ASHRAE BCxP building commissioning professional

What includes the following:  operating procedures for all normal, abnormal, and emergency modes of operation; maintenance procedures; parts and recommended spare parts list; troubleshooting guide; and systems schematics (one-line diagrams) i. Training materials

Heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) covers a wide range of interests and issues. As such, Guideline 1.2 limits its scope to three main areas:

The handoff is in regards to what type of facility?

What should include these?
1. the pre-bid meeting,
2. preconstruction meeting,
3. CxP Team meetings,
4. training sessions,
5. shop drawing submittals,
6. Systems Manual submittal,
7. special tests or code official inspection and acceptance, tests,
8. test periods,
9. substantial completion,
10. occupancy,
11. seasonal testing,
12. initial Cx Report submittal,
13. warranty review two months prior to end of warranty period,
14. lessons-learned meeting,
15. and final Cx Report.

l. Schedule the predesign and preconstruction Cx meeting within ____ days of the award of the contract at some convenient location and at a time suitable to the attendees. This meeting will be for the purpose of reviewing the complete Cx and establishing tentative schedules for the Design Phase and Construction Phase Cx Activities.

A) 30 days to schedule this meeting from the award of contract.   For tentative schedules for the design phase and Construction Phase Cx Activities.
B) 90 days to schedule this meeting from the award of contract.   For tentative schedules for the design phase and Construction Phase Cx Activities.
C) 60 days to schedule this meeting from the award of contract.   For tentative schedules for the design phase and Construction Phase Cx Activities.
D) Does not matter

This occurs as a review two months prior to the end of the warranty period?

It is important to remember that the role of the Cx Provider (CxP) is to

Who(m) has the responsibility to conduct the preconstruction meeting?  During which phase?  Is the pre-bid meeting held at this phase and time? 

a system-focused composite document that includes... additional
information of use to the owner during the occupancy and operations phase?

an engineered direct-expansion (DX) multisplit system incorporating at least one variable capacity compressor distributing refrigerant through a piping network to multiple
indoor fan-coil units, each capable of individual zone temperature control, through integral zone temperature
control devices and common communications network. __________. _________ ______utilizes three or more steps of control on common, interconnecting piping.

a written document that details the expectations, schedule,
budget, and deliverables of commissioning process activities
related to training of project operating and maintenance
personnel, users, and occupants

Where is "Extraordinary-incident contingency plan maintenance
and documentation" usually found?

Air extracted from a space?

The final CX report is provided in this phase?

The owner accepts the BOD based on what?

These occur during this phase?  a. Participate in the pre-bid conference d. Update the OPR to reflect decisions made during the ___________ phase. These two events occur during which phase?

The CxP (commissioning provider) documentation required for acceptance in the Occupancy & Operations phase?

What are the predesign phase acceptance requirements?

The CxP (commissioning) documentation in the construction acceptance phase is what as per the BCxP guidelines? For example, tests may be inclusive. HINT: There are 3. Would you want to train facility operations?

The term SCCS means what?

A) Short Circuit Coordination Study
B) Selective Cascading Circuit Study
C) Short trip Current Coordinating Selection
D) Selective Circuit Coordination Study

TAB (TEST, ADJUST & BALANCE) is a construction phase commissioning step?
True False

Cx Activities should be integrated into the ______. Detailed integration of commissioning work with the _____________ is critical to maintaining project schedule milestones.

A) FPT (functional performance tests) should have this integrated to capture milestones.
B) OPR should have this integrated to capture milestones.
C) construction checklists should have this integrated to capture milestones.
D) construction schedule should have this integrated to capture milestones.

The _________is not responsible for design concept, design criteria, compliance with codes, design or general construction scheduling, cost estimating, or construction management. The ______may assist with problem-solving or resolving nonconformance or deficiencies, but ultimately that responsibility resides with the general contractor and design professionals.

A) CM is not responsible for design concept, design criteria, compliance with codes, design or general construction scheduling, cost estimating, or construction management
B) CxP is not responsible for design concept, design criteria, compliance with codes, design or general construction scheduling, cost estimating, or construction management.
C) CX team is not responsible for design concept, design criteria, compliance with codes, design or general construction scheduling, cost estimating, or construction management.
D) CxA is not responsible for design concept, design criteria, compliance with codes, design or general construction scheduling, cost estimating, or construction management

source: ASHRAE-D-86856 ASHRAE Guideline 0-2019 Cx Process E3. LIMIT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

What must be completed and returned prior to FPT (functional performance tests) scheduling?

What is the usual and customary notification for CxP meetings an agenda should be distributed to all invited attendees. The agenda should include action items follow up from the previous meeting.

A) 2 days is the usual and customary notification for ____X.X.X.____ meetings.
B) 1 day is the usual and customary notification for ____X.X.X.____ meetings.
C) 3 days is the usual and customary notification for ____X.X.X.____ meetings.
D) 30 days is the usual and customary notification for ____X.X.X.____ meetings.

The TAB is called what?

A) Tune and balance is known as T.A.B.
B) Take Alot of Breaks is known as T.A.B.
C) Tap and Break is known as T.A.B.
D) Test adjusting & Balancing is known as T.A.B.

The balancing of all water and air is called what?   What phase is this done in?

The CxP shall perform a review of the commissioned
systems and assemblies in the design documents to evaluate compliance with the ___________.

The following describes the contents of what?
1.Determine roles and responsibilities of Cx team members
2.Communications protocols.
3.Roles of each team member and contact details. 
4.Schedule of __ activities.

Construction documents usually include the? (The project manual is considered the same as?  The plans are considered the same as what?)

Regarding the systems manual, who is responsible for this document?  Examples: u. Verify that the Systems Manual and all other design and construction records have been updated to include all modifications made during the Construction Phase. x. Assemble the final documentation, which includes the Cx Report, the Systems Manual, and all record documents. Submit this documentation to the Owner for review and acceptance.

A) Contractor (GC) is responsible for the systems manual updates and submitting to the owner for review and acceptance.
B) PM (project manager) is responsible for the systems manual updates and submitting to the owner for review and acceptance.
C) CxP (Cx provider) is responsible for the systems manual updates and submitting to the owner for review and acceptance.
D) CM (construction manager) is responsible for the systems manual updates and submitting to the owner for review and acceptance.

Which comes first?  The OPR or the BOD?

During the _________ Phase in a new building and the __________ Phase in an existing building, the Systems Manual requirements are updated and implemented to provide the documents and assemble them for use in training and O&M functions.

For construction or renovation projects requiring contract documents, the Owner shall require, by agreement, the Design Team and Construction Team to include Cx specifications in the project contract documents prior to execution of?

The commissioning activities to accomplish that are most important in the construction phase? The Cx Activities accomplished by the CxP during the Construction Phase include the following:

The following scheduling is completed in ______/ ______ building Cx. 
1. Schedule off-season mode testing,
2. Schedule off-season training.
3. Schedule end-of-warranty meeting

The following is a list of ____ responsibilities by project phase (see Table 3.9).
Predesign Phase
1. Assist in developing the OPR.
2. Review the OPR.

The commissioning issues log is updated past the post-occupancy period?
True False

The Basis of Design is designed by which Cx team member? 5.2.5 Basis of Design Documentation. For construction or renovation projects requiring design, the Owner shall require, by agreement, the development and updating of the Basis of Design (BoD) by the _________, as described in Section 8 of this standard.

The commissioning is complete once the final report is delivered.
True False

The commissioning plan is developed in which phase of commissioning?

A) Pre-design phase per Guideline 0
B) Design phase per Stakeholder's guide
C) Construction phase
D)  Both Pre-design and design phase.

The fire marshal is a member of the commissioning team?

This type of facility requires the following regulatory guidelines: Fire sprinkler systems—NFPA 13—latest edition (even if not adopted by the fire marshal)

What is PUE? And how is it calculated?

define OPR.  What does this include? Use the acronym B.C.S.S.P.M. _Building Cx Systems Save us from Preventive Maintenance.

The entity, identified by the owner, the __________________ leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning provider team to implement the commissioning process.¹

A) Construction Manager (CM) leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning provider team to implement the commissioning process.
B) CxP team leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning provider team to implement the commissioning process.
C) CxP leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning provider team to implement the commissioning process.
D) owner leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning provider team to implement the commissioning process.

The _______________________ is a group that includes the commissioning provider, specialists, and support staff responsible for actions and generation of deliverables as defined in the commissioning plan.

A) Owner a group that includes the commissioning provider, specialists, and support staff responsible for actions and generation of deliverables as defined in the commissioning plan
B) commissioning provider team (CxPT) a group that includes the commissioning provider, specialists, and support staff responsible for actions and generation of deliverables as defined in the commissioning plan.
C) CxP a group that includes the commissioning provider, specialists, and support staff responsible for actions and generation of deliverables as defined in the commissioning plan
D) (CM) construction manager a group that includes the commissioning provider, specialists, and support staff responsible for actions and generation of deliverables as defined in the commissioning plan

What is included in a commissioning (Cx) plan (not the initial plan)?  What does it outline? Use the acronym G RODS

A lack of properly defined and regularly reviewed commissioning ________ will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process.¹ and OPR.²

A) OPR (Owner's Project Requirements) will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process if not properly defined and regularly reviewed.
B) budget will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process if not properly defined and regularly reviewed. 
C) schedule will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process if not properly defined and regularly reviewed. 
D) commissioning plan will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process if not properly defined and regularly reviewed. 

Prepared by owner, the _____ details the project’s functional requirements and their expectations of how the space will be used and operated.  This also includes scope and budget.

A) OPR
B) commissioning plan
C) CFR
D) commissioning report

a written document in which the Owner details the _____________________ of a facility and the expectations of how it should be used and operated. This may include goals, measurable performance criteria, cost considerations, benchmarks, success criteria, and supporting information to meet the requirements of occupants, users, and Owner(s) of the facility.

A ___________ is a written protocol that defines methods, personnel, and expectations for tests conducted on components, equipment, assemblies, systems, and interfaces among systems to verify compliance with the OPR. 3. A _____________________________ is a written collection of tests that, when executed in the test process, allow verification of the performance of a system or assembly. .

A) IST. Integrated systems test.
B) Test procedure and (FPT) functional performance test.
C) Commissioning plan & IST integrated systems testing
D) test procedure

In order to coordinate and organize HVAC equipment training sessions for staff and maintenance operators in an efficient way, the commissioning provider should keep the training _________ up to date.

A) Cx Plan should be updated in order to coordinate training sessions for staff and maintenance operators in an efficient way, the CxP should keep this up to date.
B) schedule should be updated in order to coordinate training sessions for staff and maintenance operators in an effeicient way, the CxP should keep this up to date.
C) ROI (retrun on investement) should be updated in order to coordinate training sessions for staff and maintenance operators in an efficient way, the CxP should keep this up to date.
D) budget should be updated in order to coordinate training sessions for staff and maintenance operators in an efficient way, the CxP should keep this up to date.

Owner training is delivered during the ____________.

A) design phase is when this is delivered
B) Basis of design is delivered when updating the training program.
C) lessons learned workshop is when this is delivered.
D) occupancy and operations phase is when this is delivered.

To evaluate the economics of implementing energy efficiency measures, what tool is used by decision makers?

A) ROI (return on investment)
B) SOV (schedule of values)
C) RRM (resource requirements matrix)
D) NPV (net present value)

Lack of properly defined and regularly reviewed commissioning ________ will adversely affect the quality of the commissioning process

A) schedule
B) commissioning plan
C) OPR owner's project requirements
D) budget

The ________phase is when the owner decides which investigation phase recommendations to execute for an EBCx project.

In order to establish the implementation phase budget, _______________ assists the owner in determining what recommendations will be implemented based on their cost-effectiveness and the funding available.

A) Return on Investment assists the owner in determining what recommendations will be implemented based on their cost-effectiveness and the funding available.
B) Specifications assists the owner in determining what recommendations will be implemented based on their cost-effectiveness and the funding available
C) value engineering assists the owner in determining what recommendations will be implemented based on their cost-effectiveness and the funding available.
D) Schedule assists the owner in determining what recommendations will be implemented based on their cost-effectiveness and the funding available.

Prepared by the commissioning provider (CxP), the _______________ outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process. 

A) commissioning plan outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process, prepared by the _______.
B) schedule outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process, prepared by the _______.
C) load bank plan outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process, prepared by the _______.
D) budget outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process, prepared by the _______.

The meeting convened at the conclusion of the commissioning process is the ___________________.

A) design phase
B) lessons learned workshop
C) Post-bid meeting
D) Occupancy & operations phase

A team composed of owner’s representative, commissioning provider, design professionals, and construction manager is formed during what phase of the job?

A) pre-design phase
B) design phase
C) Occupancy & operations phase
D) Construction phase

The successful completion of the Receiving Information Forms is a prerequisite to conducting functional performance testing (FPT).
True False

What is a pre-functional performance test?

A) all of these
B) the process of determining the ability of the HVAC system to deliver heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning services in accordance with the final design intent.
C) In this context, function includes all modes and sequences of control operation, all interlocks and conditional control responses, and all specified responses to emergency conditions
D) that full range of checks and tests carried out to determine if all components, subsystems, systems, and interfaces between systems function in accordance with the contract documents.

What is the difference between recommissioning and retro commissioning?

The document includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process.

A) Basis of Design includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process.
B) design review log includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process
C) certificate of readiness (COR) includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process
D) Issues Resolution Log includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process

Specific equipment and component performance documentation
requirements and use of construction checklists should be integrated into specification sections in Divisions 2 through 16, with appropriate cross references.
True False

The OPR becomes part of the Systems Manual documentation?
True False

The procedures, methods, and documentation requirements in this guideline (ASHRAE-D-86856 ASHRAE Guideline 0-2019 Cx Process) describe each phase of the project delivery and the associated Commissioning Processes from predesign through occupancy and operation, without regard to specific elements, assemblies, or systems.
True False

These are developed and used during all phases of the Cx to verify that the OPR is being achieved. These include general verification, plus testing, training, and other specific requirements.

a form used by the Project Team to verify that appropriate materials and components are on-site, ready for installation, correctly installed, functional, and in compliance with the OPR.

The Construction checklists should be kept as short as possible, and the questions should be worded clearly, so that the correct answer is typically?

What does the acronym ASHRAE mean?

7.2.1.1 During the Construction Phase, the CxP Team works to verify that systems and assemblies are

It is the responsibility of the CxP team to verify the construction checklist is filled out properly and the equipment is installed correctly?
True False

They can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.

A) review of design professional submittals can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.
B) training materials can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.
C) Checklists can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.
D) systems manual can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.

__________are used by the CxP Team to verify that the installation meets the OPR. They can also be used by the contractors to track progress of construction against the schedule of values.

A) systems manual are used by the CxP Team to verify that the installation meets the OPR.
B) Construction checklists are used by the CxP Team to verify that the installation meets the OPR.
C) COR (certificate of readiness) are used by the CxP Team to verify that the installation meets the OPR.
D) OPR (owner's project requirements) are used by the CxP Team to verify that the installation meets the OPR.

This regards qualitative (list) and quantitative (values) and are recommended to be included in the IRL (issues resolution log). This may be used to examine ROI and the approval to continue the project.

If an issue is observed during a test, the test should be terminated within the scope of the contract. An issue report is created at the time of observation. If the issue cannot be resolved within a reasonable time period, it may be required to run the test immediately, with the understood options to?

It is important to include a copy of all the ____________in the Systems Manual to provide a history and information on the items of concern and problems found during design, construction, testing, and commissioning of the facility. This information can be used in O&M training and to resolve similar problems in the operating building.

What is a CxP?  How does this sometimes regard training? Consider if the vendor does not provide it.

The Design Team is also responsible for responding to design review comments from the _____. Sometimes the Design Team will provide commissioning specifications for the CxP to review, but most often the _____ provides the commissioning specifications for the Design Team to review and incorporate into the contract set of specifications.

During the Design phase. Upon correction and resubmittal, the Owner accepts the ____ based on the recommendation of the CxP.

A) BOD
B) systems manual
C) training program
D) all of these are accepted by the owner based on the recommendation of ____.

The Systems Manual is delivered during this phase and training is provided.

A) Construction phase is when this is delivered, and training provided. 
B) Pre-design phase is when this is delivered and training provided.
C) Occupancy phase is when this is delivered and training provided.

Verifying that submittals meet the OPR is required at what phase in the project?

A) The design phase is when these are verified as meeting the OPR. ¹
B) At final level 2 inspection.
C) The construction phase is when these are verified as meeting the OPR. ¹
D) The pre-construction CX meeting is when these are verified as meeting the OPR. ¹

f. Any consistent problems with the installation identified (typically more than 10% of the sample has the same issue), including record documents, are documented in general terms and provided to the ______ for resolution. The _______ is then responsible for 100% checking of all affected systems or assemblies and making corrections as required.

A) contractor
B) Construction manager
C) vendor
D) CxA

Tests shall be performed according to written procedures. Results of test performance shall be recorded on the test data forms and witnessed even if the tests are not approved.
True False

Tests verifying system and intersystem performance according to the OPR can not begin until?

Whom, and during what phase develops the training material and submits it to the Owner, CxP, and design professionals for review and comment before the first training session.

The _____is considered the heart and soul of the Cx.
When the _____ is not developed, the Owner, designer, contractors, and O&M personnel each interpret the building requirements, including their individual responsibilities, from the standpoint of their own specific needs. This often creates a range of diverse views of the constructed project’s needs. Unfortunately, while critical for a successful project, the ______is rarely developed. Developing a _______ that reflects the actual needs of the Owner, the users or occupants, service and operating units, and sometimes the community is one of the most important aspects for successful implementation of the Cx.

The OPR (owner's project requirements) usually shows?

Beginning the Cx during the Predesign Phase facilitates project communication by monitoring the OPR from Predesign through Design Phase, Construction Phase, and Occupancy and Operations Phase and by verifying decisions in these phases with the written _____________.

A) Owner and O&M approval
B) OPR and the BoD.
C) Issue resolutions log
D) lessons learned

This is essential to ensure that issues, benefits, and recommendations are captured in a written document while all team members are available, and information is fresh.

A) Cx scripts or checklists
B) issues record log entries
C) test results
D) Lessons learned

Identification of any systems or assemblies that do not perform in accordance with the OPR. For various reasons, the Owner may choose to accept performance that is at variance with the OPR, either permanently or until _________.

a written protocol that defines methods, personnel, and expectations for tests conducted on components, equipment, assemblies, systems, and interfaces among systems to verify compliance with the OPR.

A) system manual
B) OPR owner's project requirements
C) test procedure
D) training plan

This guideline 0 describes the Cx and is supplemented by ________________. A ___________ describes the specific details to properly implement the Cx relative to a specific facility system or assembly.

acceptance: a formal action, taken by a person with appropriate authority contractually defined, to declare that some aspect of the project meets defined requirements, thus permitting subsequent activities to proceed.
True False

checklists: verification checklists that are developed and used during all phases of the Cx to verify that the OPR is being achieved. These include checklists for?

A) general verification, plus testing,
B) all of these
C) training
D) other specific requirements.

a formal, structured brainstorming process used to obtain the maximum possible ranked input from a variety of viewpoints in a short period of time. The typical approach is a workshop session where a question is presented, the attendees record their responses individually, on a piece of paper, the individual responses are recorded on a flip chart without discussion in a round robin fashion and all of the responses are discussed, and then the participants rank their top five responses.

A) nominal group technique
B) collaborating
C) Pareto technique
D) crawford's slip

This phase is critical to the Cx because the documented OPR forms the foundation for the design, construction, and occupancy and operation of the facility and is the basis for the Cx Plan and schedule.

A) Cx Phase
B) occupancy phase
C) construction phase
D) pre-design phase

Pre-design phase Cx objectives includes a Review and use of lessons-learned information from previous projects.
True False

The following term "outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process." regards what?

A) schedule
B) Cx Plan
C) budget
D) OPR

The Assessment, Investigation, and Implementation Phases are critical to making a difference in a facility, but the most overlooked phase is the _______, which is used for verifying and sustaining the actual performance of the facility over time.

A) OCx Phase (ongoing commissioning)
B) NCCx (new construction commissioning)
C) EBCx (existing building commissioning)
D) Implementation

Make reference to the ____ in the bidding documents as “information available to bidders.” It must be noted in the contract documents that the _____ is issued for information only and that this document shall not define, nor shall it be used to interpret, the requirements of the contract.

A) OPR (owner's project requirements)
B) BOD (basis of design)
C) Cx Plan
D) Design Review

The scope of services in the Owner/Design Professional Service Agreement should also include what requirement?

The CxP Team may include a myriad of vendors. There are many duties on the CxP but which one involves soft skills?

The primary role of the _____ is to verify achievement of the OPR throughout the project, from Predesign Phase through Occupancy and Operations Phase.  Thus who(m) should perform this role?

This approach will then focus on the goals of the EBCx Program and specific issues identified affecting the performance of individual buildings and systems within the established focus areas to mitigate cost and budget constraints with normal new construction methods for Cx.

Testing all systems and components to ensure proper and efficient performance will likely yield comprehensive results in existing building Cx. However, the costs associated with this level of detail will often prove prohibitive. In most cases, the EBCx (existing building commissioning) Program will likely realize the majority of the benefits possible from the?

Once construction checklists and test procedures have been established, which of the following SHOULD happen?

A) Test reports are completed and given to the owner for review.
B) Commissioning provider directs, witnesses, and documents the tests.
C) Commissioning provider conducts the test protocols.
D) Systems manual is updated to incorporate the checklists and tests.

The test procedures and data recorded during commissioning are used for which of the following?

A) to update the OPR to match current conditions
B) to ensure compliance with engineering preventive maintenance plan
C) to ensure that site operating procedures can be completed
D) to verify conformance with the BOD and achievement of the OPR

In which phase does the owner's project requirements (OPR) and basis of design get updated?

A) construction phase
B) Design & construction phase.
C) design phase
D) pre-design phase

At what point in the phases of Cx is the issues log updated?

A) occupancy and operations phase is when this is updated per BCxP guidelines.
B) during FPT (functional performance testing)is when this is updated per BCxP guidelines.
C) The pre-occupancy acceptance phase is when this is updated per BCxP guidelines.
D) construction phase is when this is updated per BCxP guidelines.

At what point in commissioning is the systems manual and submittals verified?

What happens in concert with verifying construction checklist completeness in the construction phase?

A building project includes new and updated equipment. Which of the following BEST helps in defining the project scope?

A) previous experience in similar building use
B) technical information of the new equipment
C) code and regulations
D) published information in similar facitlities

The use of commissioning in new construction may take into account seasons for customer cost savings.
True False

When considering which building on a university campus would be best suited for an existing building commissioning study, which of the following is the MOST important consideration?

A) the criticality of the building for the organization’s mission
B) the abilities of the maintenance staff to assist with existing building commissioning
C) the age of the building
D) the amount of time since the building was last evaluated

The Assessment Phase consists of preparatory activities of the Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) Process in which Current Facility Requirements (CFR) and an EBCx Plan are developed and defined for the HVAC systems in a?

A) multiple facilities
B) develop a plan for an HVAC&R EBCx Process that includes the estimated cost and impacts of the process.
C) single facility
D) prior to the multiple facility planning

The EBCx Plan provides the foundation from which the Assessment and Implementation Phases proceed.
True False

The objective of the _________________ Phase is to execute the recommendations selected from the Investigation Reports. Verify performance meets the CFR. Report the results of __________.

In EBCx what is the difference between assessment and investigation phases?

The major differences between the BOD and the OPR is what?

The ___________ define how the OPR will be physically achieved and captures important information linking the what and the how.

A) BOD basis of design illustrates how the OPR will be achieved.
B) Specifications illustrates how the OPR will be achieved.
C) Construction Documents illustrates how the OPR will be achieved.
D) OPR owner's project requirements illustrates how the OPR will be achieved.

Who should organize the commissioning team?

A) The general contractor should organize this team.
B) The owner's representative should organize this team.
C) The owner should organize this team.
D) The CxP should organize this team.

The _________is intended to capture what the Owner needs and
expects from a project.

A) The RRM is intended to capture WHAT the Owner needs and expects from a project.
B) The OPR is intended to capture WHAT the Owner needs and expects from a project.
C) The CFR is intended to capture WHAT the Owner needs and expects from a project.
D) The BOD is intended to capture WHAT the Owner needs and expects from a project.

When using internal personnel resources in an existing building commissioning program (EBcX), which of the following is the MOST important regarding budget?

A) the commissioning experience level of the facilities management team in EBcX using internal personnel resources, this is the most important regarding __________.
B) additional equipment and training required to complete essential building commissioning tasks in EBcX using internal personnel resources, this is the most important regarding __________.
C) preventive maintenance schedule requirements during commissioning in EBcX using internal personnel resources, this is the most important regarding __________.
D) current facility shift schedule in EBcX using internal personnel resources, this is the most important regarding __________.

What defines the owner's current operational needs and requirements?

A) indoor temperature defines the owner's current operational needs and requirements
B) CFR (current facility requirements) defines the owner's current operational needs and requirements
C) OPR (owner project requirements) defines the owner's current operational needs and requirements
D) BOD (basis of design) defines the owner's current operational needs and requirements

What compares the building’s heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) system performance with the Owner’s current operational needs and requirements as defined by the Current Facility Requirements (CFR)?

The owners current operational needs are defined by what document in the EBCx?

At a minimum, how often should issue reports be created?

A) after identification of an outstanding issue
B) weekly
C) monthly
D) at each commissioning team meeting

Once the owner has reviewed and accepted the final issues log, what is the NEXT action for the commissioning provider?

A) Distribute the issues log to the project team.
B) Include the issues log in the commissioning progress report.
C) Include the issues log in the final commissioning report.
D) Update the issues log.

Testing is in progress for a pair of exhaust fans that operate in a lead standby configuration. When the breaker for the running fan is opened the lag fan is enabled, but the associated flow switch does not show flow. What action should the commissioning provider take?

A) Fail the step in the test procedure and make the appropriate entry in the issues log.
B) Note the condition in the test procedure.
C) Request the engineer of record (EOR) develop a new sequence of operations.
D) Stop all testing and convene a meeting with the building automation system (BAS) provider and the engineer of record.

The overall goals of the EBCx Program are to address the following while meeting the CFR:

____________is comparing a building’s normalized
energy consumption in terms of energy use intensity (EUI) to that of similar buildings.

What is the meaning of EUI and ECI? Which is normalized energy consumption.

During the first year of the operation of a new building, the owner receives repeated reports of discomfort in a room served by a chilled water fan coil unit. Thermostat setpoint is kept at 72°F (22°C), but some of the reports concern overcooling, while others report warm conditions. To troubleshoot the issue, what should the commissioning provider
recommend FIRST?

During the occupancy and operations phase, the temperature supply of
an air handler is found to be outside of design parameters. To address
this issue, which activity should the commissioning provider initiate
FIRST?

A) Review the BOD
B) conduct a warranty reivew
C) Update the systems manual.
D) conduct a contractor callback

During initial testing in the summer season, nuisance tripping of the pre-heat coil freeze stat in an AHU is identified as an issue. Which of the
following should the commissioning provider recommend as the NEXT
course of action?

What is the difference between consumption and demand charges?  What increments are they measured in?

The monthly electricity bill for a building shows the following metered data and information:
− Actual Demand: 171 kW
− Billing Demand: 195 kW
− Consumption: 56,400 kWh
− Demand Charge: $18/kW/month
− Consumption Charge: $0.1/kWh
The service provider uses a flat rate for consumption charge, and a
ratchet for demand charge. What is the total billed cost for this month?

The commissioning provider develops testing plans that confirm the systems and assemblies conform to the?

A) The commissioning provider develops _____ that confirm the local codes and requirements.
B) The commissioning provider develops _____ that confirm the approved submittal documents.
C) The commissioning provider develops _______ that confirm the BOD.
D) The commissioning provider develops ______ that confirm the OPR.

What is used to monitor the progress of commissioning?

Design documents and review for the final Cx report: A copy of the final OPR, BoD, and design and submittal reviews as required by the Cx Plan are included. As an alternative, the copies of the OPR and BoD may be omitted from the commissioning report if ____________?

Depending upon local requirements, the building official could review a preliminary Commissioning Report document or require a document certifying the Owner’s receipt of the report before __________.

It is important for Owner’s representatives to participate in CxP Team meetings, review of Cx Reports, discussions of changes to the OPR, and staff and occupant training. Other Cx Activities in which Owner’s representatives typically participate include?

Developing a CFR that reflect the present needs and requirements of the Owner, the users or occupants, service
and operating units, and if appropriate, the community

A) occupants / users
B) owner & service and operating units
C) all of these: their needs are reflected in this document. for EBcX
D) the community

In a new building what is required regarding construction and updating the CxP plan for changes to procedures and __________

Concurrent with Design Team and Owner review, a designated CxP Team member reviews coordination drawings, shop drawings, and project submittals for compliance with the OPR. Special attention must be paid to this during the pre-construction phase (same as design phase) regarding these? Consider change.

Regarding tests during the Construction Phase. Test procedures List of instrumentation, tools, and supplies required for
the test.  requires what?

During the construction phase, the defined requirements for test procedures regards what must be recorded, and acceptable results in each step are?

What defines the means and methods to carry out the tests that are accomplished during the Construction Phase?

A) Install Verification Forms
B) Construction Mangement as a function
C) Test Data Records
D) test procedures

What is one means to provide consistency in the implementation of the Cx from project to project? HINT: not phase to phase.

A) procedures
B) test data
C) Lessons Learned
D) The OPR workshop

Identify the who(m) that is responsible for the following: Issue a statement certifying that all work has been completed and that the facility is operational, in accordance with contract documents.

A) Client Cx Director
B) construction manager
C) Facility Manager
D) CxP

Identify the who(m) that is responsible for the following: Remedy deficiencies identified by the CxP during verification of the installation or testing.

A) The CxA when returning for deferred testing
B) (CM) construction manger
C) Facilities Manger during the 10 month post occupancy phase and into a maintenance program
D) vendors for OFCI and contractors for CFCI

Who(m) is responsible for the following:
a. Include costs for Cx Activities in the contract price.
b. Include Cx Activities and requirements in all contractors’ contracts.
c. Provide adequate accessibility as required to properly operate and maintain the facility.
d. Provide acceptable representation with the means and authority to prepare and coordinate implementation of the Cx as detailed in the contract documents.
e. Issue a statement certifying that all work has been completed
and that the facility is operational, in accordance
with contract documents.
f. Issue the appropriate final reports to the design professionals
for review and acceptance.
g. Remedy deficiencies identified by the CxP during verification
of the installation or testing.
h. Review and comment on the final Cx Report.

What parties Review and comment on the final Cx Report versus the final EBCx report?

This uses the nominal group technique and is typically facilitated by the _____ who elicits the primary concerns of the Project Team to arrive at group consensus of priorities for the OPR?

A) CM
B) CxA
C) Lessons learned facilitator
D) CxP

The following describes what? This is accomplished through the presentation of multiple questions in an ordered structure.  Provide each question or open concept to each individual participating in the workshop.
b. Allow three to five minutes of quiet writing time for each individual to respond with as many answers and ideas as he/she can.
c. Record individual responses in a round-robin fashion—no discussion at this point, just record the responses on a visual flipchart, overhead, chalkboard, or multicomputer link to all participants.
d. Review all responses, consolidate similar ones, and clarify so all in the group have the same understanding of all responses.
e. Have individuals rank the responses for importance (1 through 5).
f. Determine a group ranking from individual rankings.
g. A rediscussion of the top 10 items—and any responses ranked most important—is desired, followed by a second round of individual and group combined rating/ranking

A) Brain storming
B) nominal group technique
C) Crawford's Slip
D) OPR workshop

N1.5 Design Professional Actions. Comments provided by the CxP should be formally replied to by the design professionals. If systemic issues are identified during the CxP’s review, the design process should be?

What identifies whether the systematic issue regarding specifications and prints has been resolved in a new construction project?  During which phase?

_____ is a process for evaluating a subset (sample) of the total population. The sample is based on a known or estimated probability distribution of expected values; an assumed statistical distribution based on data from a similar product, assembly, or system; or a random sampling that has scientific statistical basis.

A) simple-random based sampling
B) quality-based sampling,
C) subset of a sample
D) population distribution

The examination of a subset of the population regards the subset is what?

A) subset of a population
B) simple random sample
C) universal set in set theory
D) sample

The following represents the use of _______ and are all requirements per the ASHRAE BCxP standards.
1. verify the test data report
2. The CxP evaluates the contract documents using this to determine their ability to achieve the OPR. i.e. submittal review.
3. contractors Verify the execution of commissioning process activities using this.

Who(m) organizes and leads the commissioning team?

Under each contractor's responsibility... When a random sample does not meet the requirement, _____ will report the failure in the “issues and resolution log.”  

A) QA team
B) Vendors, contractors, and trade partners.
C) CxA
D) CxP

Which piece of equipment requires O&M staff training by a factory-trained technician?

A) chilled water pumps
B) domestic water pumps
C) variable speed drives VFD's
D) air handling units

To determine which equipment and assemblies require construction checklists, what document should the commissioning provider review FIRST?

Reserve two to three months to arrange the schedule and engage participants for training sessions. Do not underestimate the time it will take to set this up. Start early; is there a need to wait for submittals to be completed?

At which stage in the project should the commissioning provider conduct a kickoff meeting with the commissioning team to explain procedures and coordinate activities?

A) early construction stage
B) early design stage
C) late construction stage
D) detailed design stage

When reviewing the VAV box construction checklists, the commissioning provider notices that the contractor has failed to fill out the equipment/assembly verification section. At what stage of the project is the contractor required to start the equipment/assembly verification section?

A) once submittals are approved
B) after the equipment arrives on site
C) after the equipment has been installed
D) prior to submitting product data

Who is responsible for the following?  "______________ ____ __ __________shall assign representatives with expertise and authority to act on their behalf and schedule them to participate in and perform commissioning process activities including, but not limited to, the following: Evaluate performance deficiencies identified in test reports and, in collaboration with entity responsible for system and equipment installation, recommend corrective action."

A) General Contractor
B) Each contractor and their sub-contractors
C) (CM) construction manager
D) CxP

Whose responsibility is "Provide adequate accessibility as required to properly operate and maintain the facility."

A) (GC) general contractor is required to provide this for the facility regarding this.
B) (FM) facilities is required to provide this for the facility regarding this. maintenance in walkdowns
C) (CM) construction manager is required to provide this.
D) (CxP/ CxA) commissioning checks are required to provide this for the facility regarding this..

What scope is regarding "General administrative and procedural requirements ¹without regard to specific systems and assemblies"  Realizing that test procedures and BOD² address specific systems. Regarding the systems manual.

What is "2. Accessibility to equipment/components for maintenance/ replacement."  & who is primarily responsible to check this?

Each item of the OPR shall have defined performance and acceptance criteria. Those that can be bench-marked should have the_______.

Also included in the Systems Manual is the development of periodic maintenance and information for insertion into __________, including equipment make and model information, checking requirements, maintenance requirements, and troubleshooting items.

The following regards what? 
-0a listing of targets or benchmarks for future comparison and optimization of
the HVAC&R systems. This includes energy usage, efficiencies, performance information, and capabilities of the HVAC&R systems and components.

What regards only economic performance criteria only when developing the OPR?

Systems integration requirements, especially across disciplines is a key¹ OPR performance criterion?
True False

¹The objective of specifically documenting OPR information is to provide the parties involved with a project, at each phase in the process, an understanding of the underlying thinking that led to the selection of specific components, assemblies, systems, and system integrations. A design narrative that provides an overview of assemblies and systems in verbal format is usually an integral element of the OPR.
True False

L2.2 When the Owner cannot perform the CxP duties with qualified personnel, the CxP should have a _________with the Owner, as this avoids conflicts of interest and provides independence from the other parties (the Owner’s project manager, designers of record, construction managers, suppliers, and construction contractors). This ________ defines the duties, rights, and responsibilities of the CxP for each phase of the project. This separate relationship allows the CxP to act independently as director of Cx Activities, to focus on achieving the OPR, and to communicate directly with the Owner.

Which DIVISION NUMBER is the Section “Commissioning of Communications” for commissioning process activities for communication systems, assemblies, equipment, and components?

Which division is the section Division XX Section “Commissioning of Integrated Automation” for commissioning process activities for commissioning integrated automation systems, assemblies, equipment and components."

Sampling plans are either attribute plans or variables plans. An attribute plan is one in which each sample is inspected and classified as?

Facilitation of the design and construction phases, and third-party independent review from phase to phase, add value to the process and the building performance outcome. These activities are performed by a CxP who is an experienced professional using industry "________________ & _____________ ".

The Commissioning Process streamlines and accelerates the project workflow from start to finish. Scheduling and meeting milestones are enhanced by monitoring and intervention/facilitation by the CxP, for example: _______ are performed as an integral part of the process and documented before any performance testing is started.

The Construction Team, vendors, and product manufacturers realize the benefit of concentrating on products and activities that meet the OPR as a guideline, forefront in everyone’s mind, which can reduce ____________ & __________

Who(m) benefits from proper equipment start-ups, performance testing, and operation/
maintenance training to verify compliance with contract documents, which accelerates the successful project turnover process.

A) construction managers and operations benefit from this
B) Vendors and material providers benefit from this
C) A well managed budget benefit from this.
D) timely checklists with deadlines

Operation and maintenance (O&M) staff are provided with ____________ & ___________ that allow seamless transfer of knowledge and understanding of the building’s equipment and systems.

The purpose of the facility, commissioning activities
to be performed, and operator's capabilities are some of the many items that must be included in the _________

A) CxPOR
B) Cx Plan
C) FPT (functional performance checklists)
D) The BOD (basis of design)

IEQ is an acronym found in the ASHRAE-D-90307 ASHRAE Commissioning Stakeholders Guide as is IAQ.  What do these mean?

The criteria for CxPs include knowledge, skill, experience, equipment, ___________& ______________.

A) previous experiences and knowledge are critieria that are required for this position.
B) independence, and integrity are critieria that are required for this position.
C) impartiality, and honesty are criteria that are required for this position.
D) being on time and getting it done on time are criteria that are required for this position.

The _______ is an objective and independent advocate for the Owner. The ______ should work directly for the Owner, keeping the Owner’s objectives and best interests as the top priority.

A) CM (construction manager)
B) CxP (commissioning provider)
C) QAQC team
D) EOR (engineer of record)

The CxP provides peer review and ensures that the OPR is being met by all parties involved in the project. The CxP’s function is to facilitate the process, ensure that all parties provide good communication, demonstrate good judgment and professionalism, resolve issues as a team approach, and document performance.
True False

Situations may arise during decision-making points in the
Commissioning Process that require the CxP to address difficult decisions, deliberations, and/or conversations; these should be handled with the utmost professionalism and ethics. Because the CxP facilitates constructive input for the resolution of system problems and deficiencies, diplomacy and consensus building during these discussions are critical. However, this role does not give the CxP any rights or responsibilities to overrule and/or perform the specific work of the project’s professional teams.
True False

The CxP must also know how to interview building staff on their knowledge of the systems they maintain to determine the appropriate level of training once the project is complete. ___________& _________ the building staff during the turnover phase combines the CxP’s technical skills with communication skills that are critical to the long-term success of the building.

What is the difference between sensible and latent heat in a system?

The objectives of the _________________ are to establish the CFR or ensure that an existing CFR includes all necessary information, to assess the facility’s suitability for an EBCx Plan, and to develop a course of action to execute the EBCx Plan.

It is likely that all Assessment Phase deliverables
would be combined into a single brief report.  The Assessment and Investigation Phase may be combined if desired by the Owner as long as what happens?

Which comes first? The assessment or the investigation phase?  Is this done in new construction?

During the development of a commissioning process for existing HVAC&R systems, it is MOST appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the deliverable during the?

A) it is most appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the development of Cx process during the implementation phase for this type of project.
B) it is most appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the development of Cx process during the assessment phase for this type of project. 
C) it is most appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the development of Cx process during the ongoing-commissioning phase for this type of project. 
D) it is most appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the development of Cx process during the investigation phase for this type of project.

The project team is evaluating whether to remove a heat recovery system from the approved design due to cost. Which of the following documents should the commissioning provider review FIRST before making a recommendation?

A) BOD should be reviewed prior to evaluating whether to remove a heat recovery system from the approved design due to cost.
B) list of deliverables should be reviewed prior to evaluating whether to remove a heat recovery system from the approved design due to cost.
C) project specifications should be reviewed prior to evaluating whether to remove a heat recovery system from the approved design due to cost.
D) key owner requirements should be reviewed prior to evaluating whether to remove a heat recovery system from the approved design due to cost.

During the design phase, which of the following documents provides the MOST precise information about design criteria?

A) OPR provides the MOST precise information about design criteria during the DESIGN phase.
B) systems manual provides the MOST precise information about design criteria during the DESIGN phase.
C) BOD provides the MOST precise information about design criteria during the DESIGN phase.
D) commissioning plan provides the MOST precise information about design criteria during the DESIGN phase.

What is the difference between the OPR (owner's project requirement) and the BOD (basis of design)?

define OCx ?  Is this always scheduled?

The owner/design team leads the _________ meeting.

A) pre-construction commissioning kickoff meeting is led by the ________/______ team.  Where the Cx Plan is presented.
B) commissioning team meetings during design phase is led by the ________/______ team.
C) pre-bid meeting is led by the ________/______ team.
D) lessons learned workshop is led by the ________/______ team.

A project is under construction. When should the commissioning team meetings schedule be distributed?

A) before the bid phase ends is when the commissioning team meetings schedule should be distributed.
B) as early as possible is when the commissioning team meetings schedule should be distributed.
C) before functional testing begins is when the commissioning team meetings schedule should be distributed.
D) during the development of the OPR is when the commissioning team meetings schedule should be distributed.

At a minimum, how often should issue reports be created?

A) weekly
B) after identification of an outstanding issue
C) monthly
D) at each commissioning team meeting

Once the owner has reviewed and accepted the final issues log, what is the NEXT action for the commissioning provider?

A) Include the issues log in the final commissioning report.
B) Include the issue log in the commissioning progress report.
C) Distribute the issues log to the project team.
D) Update the issues log.

The commissioning provider develops testing plans that confirm the systems and assemblies conform to the?

A) local codes and requirements
B) OPR.
C) BOD
D) approved submittal documents.

Once construction checklists and test procedures have been
established, which of the following SHOULD happen?

A) Systems manual is updated to incorporate the checklists and tests.
B) Commissioning provider conducts the test protocols.
C) Test reports are completed and given to the owner for review.
D) Commissioning provider directs, witnesses, and documents the tests.

A building project includes new and updated equipment. Which of the following BEST helps in defining the project scope?

A) previous experience in similar building use
B) code and regulations
C) published information in similar facilities
D) technical information of the new equipment

During the development of a commissioning process for existing HVAC&R systems, it is MOST appropriate for the owner to review and comment on the deliverable during the?

A) implementation phase.
B) assessment phase.
C) ongoing commissioning phase.
D) investigation phase.

During existing building commissioning, the investigation planning meeting should review investigation phase tasks, discuss measurement and verification (M&V) requirements, discuss training, and update During the design phase, which of the following documents provides the MOST precise information about design criteria?

A) BOD
B) OPR
C) commissioning plan
D) systems manual

During EBcX, the investigation planning meeting should review investigation phase tasks, discuss measurement and verification (M&V) requirements, discuss training, and update?

A) issues log.
B) OPR.
C) current facility requirements (CFR).
D) value engineering analysis.

The owner/design team leads the?

A) lessons learned workshop
B) pre-construction commissioning kickoff meeting.
C) pre-bid meeting.
D) commissioning team meetings during design phase.

The commissioning provider TYPICALLY would attend a contractor-provided owner training session in order to verify that?

A) the BOD is being met.
B) the systems have been installed as designed.
C) the O&M manuals have been delivered.
D) the OPR is being met.

A project is under construction. When should the commissioning team meetings schedule be distributed?

A) as early as possible
B) OPR
C) before FPT.
D) during the development of the CX plan

A data center is planning a new co-location space that will be powered by existing infrastructure. What step in the commissioning process is ESSENTIAL to integrating the area into the existing site?

A) Estimate the water and electrical usage of the addition to determine impact on facility operation.
B) Meet with operations to develop a method of procedure (MOP) for integration to minimize risk to site reliability.
C) Calculate the load being added to ensure the existing switch gear has the needed capacity.
D) Determine if current emergency backup power is sufficient to support the new load.

The design team is responsible for

A) creating the FPT forms.
B) maintaining the issues log.
C) providing O&M manuals
D) Developing the BOD.

Which of the following commissioning tasks USUALLY happens last?

A) Create systems manuals.
B) Facilitate the completion of construction checklists.
C) Facilitate training activities.
D) Facilitate off-season testing.

The foundation and goal of any project is to meet the?

The commissioning specifications should include
project team member roles and responsibilities in
implementing the __commissioning specifications______ over the course of the project.
True False

When planning site visits, the commissioning provider
should review the ____________ to identify the
systems and assemblies that can be verified.¹

There are three primary areas relating to HVAC&R systems where quality-based sampling is utilized for the ongoing verification of achieving the OPR. These are:

_________ allows for unbiased evaluation of OPR achievement at anytime during construction.¹

The random sampling rate of say more than 100 checklists per the guideline 0 CX process is 100%.  What is the random sampling rate of HVAC&R for the first construction checklist is what?

The sampling rate to be utilized during a particular site visit varies depending upon the factors in the table below (INFORMATIVE ANNEX_QUALITY-BASED SAMPLING EXAMPLES). The table provides general guidance for HVAC&R components. This may not apply to assemblies and systems that support the HVAC&R systems, if they are not __________.

The format of the issues log should be included in the ______ and supplemented in the commissioning plan.

A) BOD
B) OPR
C) Cx plan
D) specifications

The __________ typically takes place during the predesign phase by the CxP.

A) Build and maintain cohesiveness and cooperation among the Project Team.
B) initial commissioning plan.
C) All of these.
D) integrate the Cx Activities into the project schedule

The facility level _______________ is typically the first
section of the systems manual.

A systems manual is updated only at the end of the project and typically not again.
True False

At the completion of the project, the final commissioning report is assembled and provided to the Owner and others as required by the?

The commissioning report should contain a copy of the
___________, typically in the appendices.  The appendices are listed and typically attached to the report and provide "additional information".

The assessment phase of the existing building commissioning process includes creating the________________________ and an existing building commissioning plan.

The Systems Manual will include a detailed table of contents with a notation as to
resource storage location if not in the actual manual.
True False

The systems manual will have what entered into the manual regarding what?

The kickoff meeting agenda typically includes ___________________, among other project-specific priorities.

A) communication protocols are included in this meeting agenda typically
B) equipment lists are included in this meeting agenda typically.
C) Commissioning plan is included in this meeting agenda typically.
D) All of these are typically included in this meeting agenda typically.

During construction (occupancy phase), _________ is responsible for facilitating execution of the Cx Plan, including supporting the kickoff and other coordination meetings. They support the _______________, when there is pushback.

The OPR for a medical lab project has strict requirements for duct tightness. To verify the OPR is met, which check is BEST to include in the duct construction checklist? All ductwork meets

A) the leakage acceptance criteria and the duct air leakage test report have been submitted to the commissioning provider.
B) the static pressure requirements and the duct static pressure test report will be provided with project closeout documents.
C) the seal class requirements and sealant submittal has been submitted to the commissioning provider.
D) the specified requirements and the duct air leakage test report will be provided with project closeout documents.

Which documents would be MOST useful in writing a functional
performance test for an air handling unit (AHU)?

A) design AHU equipment schedule, design control drawings, and OPR
B) design AHU equipment schedule, design control drawings, and AHU specification
C) approved AHU and controls submittals, BOD, and OPR
D) approved AHU and controls submittals, AHU O&M manual, and OPR.

The following activities describe what?
• Review system warranties.
• Schedule a site visit.
• Meet with owner’s operation and maintenance personnel.
• Document the issues.
• Provide recommendations to the owner and contractor.
• Include results in the final commissioning process report.

When writing functional performance tests, integrated systems should be considered and procedures written to verify interactions between the systems. Which systems are the MOST likely to require intersystem test
procedures?

A) ventilation and restroom exhaust systems
B) DX cooling units and chilled water systems
C) HVAC and fire alarm systems
D) emergency lighting and daylight harvesting systems

Construction checklists consist of how many types?

The OPR and the Cx Plan are formally accepted by the Owner during the _________ Phase.

In addition to the three distinct reviews on a drawings set during the _____ phase(s), what else must be examined?  What must be defined in the OPR regarding this?

Whereas the design professional reviews ________% submittals against the contract documents (specifications), the _____ compares a sample (typically 5% to 10%) of a submittal
against the OPR and BoD. This different approach is
due to the fact that the Cx role is to verify achievement of the
OPR using quality tools.

a review of the specifications is also required. The focus of the Cx Design Review must be defined in the ________. The ________ can also add requirements and information to the Cx Design Review process and procedures.

There are three distinct reviews that are completed on a drawing set?

The three distinct reviews of the drawing sets is general, coordination, and field specific.  The general is reviewing the drawings to what?

The general quality characteristics in a design phase drawing review (general, coordination, and specific) includes items, name 2.

Which guideline appendix in the ASHRAE guideline 0 Cx covers the design phase review of drawings?

During a site visit to a central utility plant project, the service clearance around a water-cooled chiller was observed to be less than the clearance shown in the construction documents and OPR. Although the observed clearances meet the manufacturer's recommendations, the OPR requires
additional clearance for fork-lift access. What recommendation is MOST appropriate for the issues log?

A) No recommendation is required because the manufacturer's clearances are met.
B) Recommend revising the construction documents and OPR to require manufacturer's recommended clearance.
C) ecommend relocating two chilled water pumps and associated piping, accessories, and VFDs to provide required clearance.
D) Recommend on-site meeting with commissioning team to discuss appropriate corrective action.

According to Guideline 0, commissioning meeting minutes should be distributed

A) within seven days.
B) the same day.
C) within 3 days
D) within 24hrs.

The CxP will be notified of the scheduled training time
and provided with a copy of the training material ________days prior to each training session.

A) The CxP will be notified of the scheduled training time and provided with a copy of the training material ____7____days prior to each _________.
B) The CxP will be notified of the scheduled training time and provided with a copy of the training material ____15____days prior to each__________.
C) The CxP will be notified of the scheduled training time and provided with a copy of the training material ____30___days prior to each _________.
D) The CxP will be notified of the scheduled training time and provided with a copy of the training material ___3____days prior to each _________.

How much of the training session is to be attended by the CxP?

A) 25% of the training session are to be attended by the CxP
B) 5-10% of the training session are to be attended by the CxP
C) 50% of the training session are to be attended by the CxP
D) 100% of the training session are to be attended by the CxP

How many days are training sessions as a guideline per ASHRAE BCxP?  And where are they conducted?

The OPR is checked to the BOD in the Design review by the Cx?
True False

On a new building construction project, the commissioning provider is developing the commissioning plan and preparing detailed checklists. Where is the MOST appropriate place to identify the specific equipment to be included for commissioning in each system?

A) shop drawings
B) design documents
C) system manual
D) BOD

Which of the following TYPICALLY are included in the OPR: project schedule and budget, energy efficiency goals, and

A) occupancy requirements and schedules.
B) O&M staff training schedule.
C) project team roles and responsibilities.
D) opportunities for improved performance.

Which of the following documents is the commissioning provider responsible for including in the systems manual?

A) the OPR and the BOD
B) the project specifications and the commissioning plan
C) executed pre-functional checklists
D) commissioning meeting minutes

What document also includes Owner directives including space usage and occupancy/operations schedules and special project requirements.

This document is typically written by the design professionals during the Design Phase and is updated by them to include any changes during the Construction Phase.

According to Standard 202, which part of the commissioning process progress report typically appears immediately AFTER the table of contents?

A) the executive summary
B) commissioning milestones
C) the issues log
D) the testing reports

The term project intent or design intent is used by some Owners and architects as interchangeable to what?

The systems coordination plan is provided by what entity?  What about the systems manual?

A chiller system is being installed in a new facility. Which of the following documents would be the BEST for the commissioning provider to review in order to verify that the system is ready for FPT?

A) test data reports
B) construction checklists
C) commissioning meeting minutes
D) issues and resolution log

What sampling rate should be used for the verification of construction checklists by percentage? Assuming you have more than 100 checklists on most projects.

Note that the _______________ does affect the HVAC&R systems due to the relationship of ductwork size to supply air temperature and due to the options for placement of HVAC&R components.

The TAB contractor performs a water flow rate measurement on a chilled water system using an ultrasonic flowmeter. The commissioning provider discovers that the measurement is more than 10 percent different than the reading observed on the permanent flowmeter installed on the same chilled water system. In order to confirm that the reading from the TAB
measurement is accurate, the commissioning provider should request that the TAB contractor

A) verify correct installation of the ultrasonic flowmeter used for the TAB measurement.
B) confirm the calibration date on the ultrasonic flowmeter is still valid.
C) measure the pressure drop across the chilled water pump at the design speed and use the pump curve.
D) measure the pressure drop across the chilled water pump’s suction strainer.

The commissioning process for each activity and deliverable
requirements shall include an acceptance step as defined in the

A) OPR and commissioning plan.
B) BOD and OPR.
C) systems manual and BOD.
D) commissioning plan and systems manual.

Who is responsible under Construction phase activities to inform the CxP team of decisions that result in modifications of the OPR?

The expected budgetary restrictions and considerations are contained in this section of this document?

This information is critical to understand and document the trade-offs made over time and the resulting impact on the project.  Found where? Includes a summary of the changes made throughout the predesign, design, construction, and occupancy and operations activities

Completed test reports shall be submitted to who(m) for review?   And who(m) for evaluation?

Who is responsible for furnishing documents such as: all construction documents, addenda, requests for information, change orders, and approved submittals and shop drawings and at what point in the build?

Review and approve the Cx Plan and commissioning budget is conducted in which phase?

A thermal wire is used in a control panel in a load bank to control heaters and no wiring diagram exists.  how would you test the following to trigger a heater to operate in warm weather?

There are 4 steps in developing the CFR. What are they?

The workshop uses the Nominal Group Technique (NGT)
to effectively determine the facility’s needs to meet the functional and productivity requirements, as well as to determine the related Owner’s needs for improved sustainability, reduced energy costs, and achieving environmental or carbon goals.

The phases of the process specifically used to identify parameters affecting the cost in EBCx are the....?

INFORMATIVE APPENDIX B QUALITY-BASED SAMPLING PROCESS ASHRAE-D-86622 Standard 202-2018 COMMISSIONING FOR BUILIDINGS AND SYSTEMS.pdf This appendix describes the use of sampling in three process
steps typically included in Cx?

A 400% review is implemented.  How many reviewers are there and what type of equipment?

Because the final Cx tests to verify OPR achievement, it should focus on ________________, and ________________which will greatly impact the sampling rate required to determine OPR achievement.

The sampling rate for one component is what?

The sampling rate may be increased for submittal review based on 3 factors... what are they?

During the ______________ Phase, the Owner decides which Investigation Report recommendations to implement. The selected recommendations are implemented and evaluated to verify that they achieve the expected benefits and satisfy the Current Facility Requirements (CFR).

The foundation and goal of any project is to meet the
____. Your role assisting with the development of the ___will form the basis for preparing each commissioning document moving forward.

Which of the following commissioning activities occurs ONLY during the construction phase?

A) B. key system and assembly completion and tests C. warranty review prior to end of warranty period
B) key system and assembly completion and tests
C) commissioning provider team meetings
D) lessons learned meeting

During a site visit to a central utility plant project, the service clearance around a water-cooled chiller was observed to be less than the clearance shown in the construction documents and OPR. Although the observed clearances meet the manufacturer's recommendations, the OPR requires additional clearance for fork-lift access. What recommendation is MOST appropriate for the issues log?

A) Recommend on-site meeting with commissioning team to discuss appropriate corrective action
B) Recommend relocating two chilled water pumps and associated piping, accessories, and VFDs to provide required clearance.
C) No recommendation is required because the manufacturer's clearances are met
D) Recommend revising the construction documents and OPR to require manufacturer's recommended clearance.

According to Guideline 0, commissioning meeting minutes should be distributed within how may days?

A small office building has the following equipment:
− VAV air handling unit
− VAV terminal units
− heating water pump
− condensing boiler
− mini-split heat pump units.
Due to the small project size, sampling is not desired. What equipment should be tested as a system? Condensing boiler and heating water pump, and

A) VAV air handling unit and VAV terminal units
B) VAV air handling unit and mini-split heat pump
C) AV air handling unit and condenser boile
D) heating water pump and mini-split heat pumps

The following contents describe what document?
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Executive Summary
2. Cx Description and Plans. [Insert the final Cx Plan.]
3. Cx Design Summary and Design and Submittal Review Reports. [Insert a copy of the Cx design and submittal reports.]
4. Testing Reports
5. Cx Progress Reports.
6. Issues and Resolution Logs.
7. Resolution Plan for Open Items.

According to Standard 202, which part of the commissioning process progress report typically appears immediately AFTER the table of contents?

During seasonal testing, the commissioning provider observes a change in the sequence of operation initiated by O&M staff. Following EOR and owner approval, the commissioning provider should update the?

A) Following ____ and __________ approval, the CxP should update the sequence of operation.
B) Following ____ and __________ approval, the CxP should update the project specifications.
C) Following ____ and __________ approval, the CxP should update the cx plan.
D) Following ____ and __________ approval, the CxP should update the Systems Manual.

Occupancy and Operations Phase Cx objectives include the following:

Which of the following documents is the commissioning provider responsible for including in the systems manual?

A) commissioning meeting minutes
B) the OPR and the BOD
C) executed pre-functional checklists
D) the project specifications and the commissioning plan

...They have the highest replacement frequency of building systems and assemblies?¹

In which phase is this accomplished?
Verify that sequence of operations and sequence of control are clear and well documented¹.

On a new building construction project, the commissioning provider is developing the commissioning plan and preparing detailed checklists. Where is the MOST appropriate place to identify the specific equipment to be included for commissioning in each system?

A) design documents
B) shop drawings
C) system manual
D) BOD

chiller system is being installed in a new facility. Which of the following documents would be the BEST for the commissioning provider to review in order to verify that the system is ready for FPT?

A) commissioning meeting minutes
B) construction checklists
C) issues and resolution log
D) test data reports

The overall objective of the _________ is to ensure
that the benefits obtained from the EBCx Plan and any other
building improvements are sustained over time and improved
if possible.

The VAV box regulates the flow (CFM) to a zone in relationship to the demand of the

Variable air volume is less energy efficient than constant volume flow?
True False

As the VAV boxes open or close due to demand called for by the temperature sensor in the space, the pressure in the main supply air duct will either increase or decrease. This pressure change is picked up by a ______ located where?

As the pressure increases in the main supply duct because the VAV boxes are closing their dampers and are adjusting their dampers towards the minimum open setting, the air handler supply fan ________ slows down the fan.

The mechanical contractor receives the RTUs, exhaust fans, and makeup air units for the project and due to storage limitations on the site, immediately installs the equipment on the roof curbs, but makes no piping or duct connections. Which TWO sections of the construction checklist is
the contractor responsible for completing: equipment/assembly verification and

A) installation checks.
B) manufacturer’s prestart checklist
C) preinstallation checks.
D) negative response section.

The commissioning process for each activity and deliverable requirements shall include an acceptance step as defined in the

A) commissioning plan and systems manual.
B) systems manual and BOD.
C) BOD and OPR.
D) OPR and commissioning plan.

A pump curve chart gives you the information you need to determine a?

The TAB contractor performs a water flow rate measurement on a chilled water system using an ultrasonic flowmeter. The commissioning provider discovers that the measurement is more than 10 percent different than the reading observed on the permanent flowmeter installed on the same chilled water system. In order to confirm that the reading from the TAB measurement is accurate, the commissioning provider should request that the TAB contractor?

A) measure the pressure drop across the chilled water pump’s suction strainer.
B) verify correct installation of the ultrasonic flowmeter used for the TAB measurement.
C) confirm the calibration date on the ultrasonic flowmeter is still valid.
D) measure the pressure drop across the chilled water pump at the design speed and use the pump curve.

What determines the acceptance deliverables?

The acceptance phase formalizes the acceptance of the commissioning deliverable by the?

During the Construction Phase of the project delivery process, systems and assemblies are installed, inspected, tested, and placed into service to achieve the BOD?
True False

What are the following 3 criteria in regards to? 
• describe in detail the Design Team’s technical approach to each of the Owner’s requirements,
• provide a platform for the review of the design and changes as the project progresses, and
• coordinate applicable technical and code requirements.

This is used to quantify the benefits of an EBCx project.¹

As part of an Ongoing Commissioning (OCx) Plan that includes measurements of important parameters, when routine measurements indicate that performance is drifting away from the established benchmarks, corrective activities can be scheduled. This ensures that the desirable benefits are proactively maintained into the future.  This describes what?

design checklist/ checklist: a form developed by the CxP team to verify that elements of the design are in compliance with the OPR.
True False

The issues and resolution log: a formal and ongoing record of problems or concerns and their resolution that have been compiled by members of the CxP during the course of the Cx.
True False

The CxP must submit a design review (Cx design review report) to the Owner and Design Team for compliance
with the OPR. This commissioning design review must not be considered a ______________________________ due to issues of legal risk. CxPs are not necessarily licensed design professionals.

A __________________ needs to be provided before building operations training for use in the training process. At least one copy of the ________________ should be in the possession of the Owner, and at least one additional copy should remain with the building throughout the life of the facility.  This also includes the OPR, BOD, and final CX report.

During the Construction Phase of the project delivery process, systems and assemblies are installed, inspected, tested, and placed into service to meet the BOD. This phase may also include bidding, negotiation, and contra
True False

Which of the following commissioning objectives is unique to the acceptance of construction phase?

A) Update the commissioning plan.
B) Update the OPR.
C) Develop detailed test procedures.
D) Deliver the systems manual.

O&M (operations & maintenance) management is preparing a schedule to review the systems manual format. What are the ideal and minimum review periods?

A) quarterly/biannually
B) monthly/annually
C) monthly/biannually
D) quarterly/annually

The overall objective of the _____________ Program is to ensure that the benefits obtained from the EBCx Plan and any other building improvements are sustained over time and improved where possible. _______involves performing critical elements of the process repeatedly over a series of cycles with periods typically lasting from months to years

After HVAC system compliance is verified with the OPR and the
contractor submits the final systems manual to obtain the owner’s acceptance, what is the NEXT step?

When reviewing the VAV box construction checklists, the commissioning provider notices that the contractor has failed to fill out the equipment/assembly verification section. At what stage of the project is the contractor required to start the equipment/assembly verification section?

A) after the equipment arrives on site
B) after the equipment has been installed
C) once submittals are approved
D) prior to submitting product data

A building owner initiates a feasibility study to convert a facility to net zero carbon by 2030 and conducts existing building commissioning. The completed existing building commissioning report is submitted for the owner’s acceptance. Owner acceptance initiates and/or confirms?

A) validates the net zero carbon investment plan.
B) initiates the ongoing commissioning phase to proceed.
C) confirms the sustainability goals of the project.
D) initiates incorporation of the report into an ongoing commissioning plan.

What is defined as the change in enthalpy associated with a change in humidity ratio, caused by the addition or removal of moisture?

What is minimum head at the pump inlet to prevent the liquid being pumped from flashing into a vapor at that temperature and pressure and potentially causing the pump to cavitate.  How many types are there and what are they?

The process of determining the ability of the HVAC
system to deliver heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning services in accordance with the final design intent.  This is part of what definition?

commonly used to refer to any opening, usually glazed, in a building envelope; windows. Examples include windows, plastic panels, clerestories, skylights, glass doors that are more than one-half glass, and glass block walls. (2) in an external wall of a building, any area that allows light to pass.

(1) ratio of the rate of net heat output to the total energy input expressed in consistent units and under designated rating conditions, (2) ratio of the refrigerating capacity to the work absorbed by the compressor per unit time.

The OPR should include what regarding costs?

On a periodic basis, at least for each CxP Team meeting, a report shall be generated for review of __________ ______.

It is the primary tool for bench-marking success (in NBCx) and quality at all phases of the project delivery and throughout the life of the facility.

The scope of services in the Owner/Design Professional Service
Agreement should also include the requirement to cooperate with the CxP during which phase of the project?

A well-defined scope permits the establishment of an appropriate ____ for the comissioning?

Who(m) shall accept the final issues and resolutions log (IRL)? The CxP?  CxA?  DC OPS?

What does this define? An entity, identified by the Owner, who leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the Commissioning Team to implement the Commissioning Process.

Who(m) develops the scope for the Cx?

an entity, identified by the Owner, who leads, plans, schedules, and coordinates the CxP Team to implement the Cx.

____ is issued for information only and that this document shall not define, nor shall it be used to interpret, the requirements of the contract.

an organized procedure for determining Commissioning (Cx) Process training needs for facility operations and maintenance (O&M) personnel and/or occupants/ users; a written report that details such findings.

The development of training in support of the Commissioning (Cx) Process must begin during the ____________ to ensure timely integration with other critical elements of the Cx Process. The design team should be fully aware of its responsibility to incorporate training into the project contract documents prior to signing a contract for professional services.

In a kickoff meeting, the owner indicates that they have just hired a new O&M manager. Which of the following should the commissioning provider do NEXT?

A) Add training agendas to the commissioning plan.
B) Update the training plan.
C) Ask the design team to update the training requirements in the contract documents.
D) Determine who will be responsible for developing the training plan.

The phases of the process specifically used to identify parameters affecting the cost? In EBCx.

What are the assessment phase deliverables in the EBCx?

What is used to minimize contractor callbacks in Postoccupancy Commissioning Process (Cx) objectives?

In EBCx what is required prior to creating the CFR?

During which season(s) is off season or seasonal testing performed for HVAC&R systems?  What does it verify achievement with?

Considering an existing system.  What regards: Establish benchmarking criteria and evaluate building performance.

When developing the CFR and under energy efficiencies, energy goas are set by using benchmarking tools, and it is important to know that if comparing against energy codes or ASHRAE/IES standard 90.1 will require what?

energy modeling results may not be directly comparable to utility bills. This is in contrast to benchmarking tools such as __________ that use utility bills as the primary input to generate a score.

Energy Quotient Program uses both techniques by scoring buildings on both the as-designed (or asset) rating, which requires _______, and the operational rating, which uses _________.

The following describes what?
Evaluate building performance in accordance with bench-marking methods defined in the CFR documenting stated maintenance and operational issues, for example, identifying filter access issues or broken damper linkage.

Using energy tracking protocols and benchmarking to track the facility’s energy performance over time. The
___________________ is an example of a useful tool for comparing the facility’s performance to prior years and to other similar buildings.

“any first-cost investment that will provide a simple economic payback in energy and operations cost that is less than _____years should be implemented in the design.” ...describes what?

The _________ is responsible for start-up; testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB); Systems Manual documentation, and training for all systems and equipment prior to their functional testing or measurement and verification (M&V). The CxP Team must verify through assembled documentation that the contractor personnel are trained and competent to perform these activities.

______ should be continuously evaluated to ensure the CFR is current and system operational needs are met.

Unacceptable performance values or other significant deviations from the CFR baseline should be recorded
in the ____________.

Energy Efficiency – ongoing commissioning of the systems is intended to reduce energy by _____% each year for the first five years of operation.

If specific performance requirements are required, the material in the ongoing commissioning report should be consistent with the requirements of the __________.

Some spaces may require HVAC&R design conditions different than existing due to use changes. For example, “Two offices were merged to form a conference room that will require additional ventilation to meet ASHRAE Standard 62.1 requirements.” Any short-term space use changes should also be identified.  This would be located where?

The CFR should define the level of redundancy that is required (such as N+1 or 2N) per equipment and system type and the number of systems that are provided with either generator or UPS power, and
identify in some detail the anticipated failure scenarios and expected systems response.  Where is this located and what is it called?

The verification of HVAC&R systems’ performance generally consists of four types of investigations:

It is generally not feasible to investigate all components of the entire HVAC&R system; some form of sampling is often required.
True False

During HVAC&R testing and in EBCx. Regarding energy use which system should be part of the site investigation and testing? If energy is the focus?

There are two elements of physical site investigation: _____&_____. Conduct the investigation with these in mind, and avoid wasting time on equipment and systems that are scheduled for replacement in the near future.

During the assessment of an existing building, the team performing the
inspection notices that an air handling unit with direct digital controls (DDCs) repeatedly cycles on and off. Which of the following should the team review FIRST in order to diagnose the air handling unit’s issues?¹

A) supply and return ductwork
B) power source
C) BAS graphics and control sequence
D) differential pressure switch

When conducting an investigation an an existing facility the Cx agent notices that the ΔT is low across the chiller and is suspect.  What may be wrong?¹

7.6.7.2.3 Similarly, whenever conducting spot measurements
of ___________, the following variables should be monitored:
a. Indoor air temperature and set point
b. Indoor air humidity and set point (if any)
c. Outdoor-air temperature
d. Outdoor-air humidity (cooling season)
e. Supply-grille temperatures, humidity, and airflows
f. Air quality conditions/contaminants, such as particulates
and CO2 (See Table 7-1 for other air quality conditions)
g. Sound and vibration
h. Lighting levels and color temperature
i. Ventilation rates

During the investigation of an existing building the owner asks the CX for outdoor-air humidity measurements as part of the spot measurements in the winter for IEQ (indoor environmental quality).  Is this correct?

17. After reviewing a list of proposed improvements to an existing building, the facility management team determines that a building management system is the most preferred option to automate and control the operation of all the AHUs. Which of the following actions is most appropriate for the commissioning provider to take NEXT?

A) Revise the technical design criteria.
B) Revise the energy efficiency criteria.
C) Provide implementation documents to owner.
D) Calculate the benefits of the measure.

During a scope development meeting for a system upgrade, HVAC technicians request additional training. Which of the following is the
commissioning provider’s BEST course of action?

A) Ensure adequate training in project specifications.
B) Interview the owner and management team.
C) Determine if training budget is available.
D) Update CFR.

What regards intersystem testing.  If the components in the related systems are included in the commissioning process, then what¹ can be used to verify the intersystem tests.

The responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and relevancy of the Systems Manual is transferred from the contractors to the operations and maintenance personnel at what time?

What is defined as the The _____ phase is the transition between the
commissioning team and personnel responsible for operating and maintaining the facility over the remainder of its life cycle.

If the final CX report includes the checklists, issues, and OPR in appendices, then where is the BOD and CXplan in relation to this and the systems manual?

Coordination with O&M personnel in
developing standard formats and divisions (________) should be accomplished to simplify future Systems Manual development.

For Systems Manuals assembled in hard copy format (electronic is preferred) , larger documents such as record drawings, specifications, submittals, and O&M documents can be stored in what locations with these locations referenced in the what?

The test procedures and data recorded during commissioning are used  to verify conformance to ______ and achievement to?

The owner loses a major source of funding and, as a result, initiates a
change directive during the early construction stage to eliminate the
mechanical cooling systems from the project. The mechanical designer
expresses concern that the original indoor design conditions will no longer be met during the summer months. The commissioning provider should?

A) recommend that the owner consider more economical methods of cooling.
B) request that the controls contractor develop improved control sequences to use free cooling.
C) request updates to the OPR and BOD to reflect the change.
D) advise the owner that the OPR may not be changed during construction.

The BOD needs to be developed by the Design Team in accordance with the OPR. The BoD should be
updated and expanded as the project evolves when?

What has the primary function 1 of 3 is to coordinate applicable technical and code requirements?  In CX.

__________should be reviewed and updated as part of
1. each design submission during development of the design,
2. after issue of supplementary instructions during the construction process,
3. prior to occupancy, and
4. after completion of acceptance testing.

Architectural Supplemental Instructions (ASI). Supplemental instructions are formal notifications are used by whom to do what and requires what to be updated?

A resolution plan identifying all the issues unresolved and incomplete at the end of the project is included in what?

Whom has the role on the CX team to "Review functional test procedures, when in scope." and in what phase?

Who does this? Develops and maintains the BoD, & produce construction documents to meet the OPR.

An existing building performance assessment should BEST be performed
during?

A) unoccupied hours.
B) seasonal peak occupied periods.
C) normal occupied hours.
D) scheduled holiday periods.

The required commissioning processes for project verification MUST be included in which of the following documents?

A) project implementation plan
B) building Cx plan
C) implementation sections
D) CFR

The 4th step (of 4) in developing the CFR is to include the implementation plan into the CFR?
True False

We update the EBCx Plan to include an Implementation Plan for the recommendations selected by the Owner.
True False

8.8.1.1 Test execution could involve performing functional
performance testing (FPT), trends/monitoring, or any other
M&V needed to ensure that each recommendation imple-mented
meets CFR and performance criteria. Verification tests should follow the ____________________. See Section 8.6.3 for specifics of these verification procedures.

Another element of the process, ___________, refers to ensuring that improvements remain in place, as appropriate, over time, through training, documentation, and putting mechanisms in place to regularly check the performance and the improvements.

The following updating of Cx plan milestones occur during which phase? 
1. Training program implementation plan
2. Operator training

In addition to airflow and balance, temperature, relative humidity, and filtration being checked for IEQ (indoor air quality) what else is typically checked regarding personal safety?

What is TVOC?

The building owner complains about high utility expenses. The FIRST action the commissioning provider should take is to review the....

When investigating the energy consumption of the systems for a
swimming pool, the commissioning provider learns that evaluation criteria do not currently exist. Which of the following will BEST assist the
commissioning provider in establishing the evaluation criteria?

A) ongoing building Cx report
B) trend data
C) Systems manual
D) energy audit criteria

During review of the M&V plan, it is discovered that an AHU has been
using considerably less energy than in previous years. The equipment is
found to be in good working order and operating per the sequence of
operations. Initial review of the occupied area served concludes that the primary use has not changed. To continue the investigation, which of the following steps should the commissioning provider undertake NEXT?

A) Review occupancy and schedule.
B) Update the M&V plan.
C) Test and recalibrate energy meters.
D) Review the issues log

_____________ are the most efficient energy recovery device currently available in the market, with the capability to transfer both sensible and latent energy. Wheel technologies have a total effectiveness up to 80 percent when the supply and exhaust airflows are balanced.

Terminal boxes do not require any training because they are so straightforward.  They either blow air or they don't.
True False

After several years of operation, it is observed that the average outdoor air damper position has decreased in order to maintain the IAQ setpoints
of a demand control ventilation system. Which of the following is the MOST applicable document to update?

A) BOD
B) facility guide
C) M&V plan
D) systems manual

During a review of the issues log, the main cooling coil is found to be continuously underperforming. Subsequent investigation determines that the cooling coil is marginally undersized. As a result, the coil is identified to be replaced with a larger coil more suitable to the load. Before implementing this corrective action, which of the following activities should the commissioning provider conduct?

A) update the systems manual
B) Verify the effect on the facility
C) review the facility guide
D) develop a plan for maintaining the related benefits

If the EBCx Plan, CFR, and EBCx Report are acceptable to the Owner, then the team will continue to the _______________Phase as described in Section 7.

The following describes what? .....which identifies scope and
benefits of recommended facility modifications and improvements as well as the improvements already implemented.

A document that records the concepts, calculations, decisions, and product selections used to meet the owner’s project requirements (OPR) and to satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, standards, and guidelines; the document includes both narrative descriptions and lists of individual items that support the design process.

A document that outlines the organization, goals, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process

A basic building systems description and operating plan with general procedures and confirmed facility operating conditions, set points, schedules, and operating procedures to properly operate the facility

An EBCX program plan is a deliverable under what scenario?

Where contains the facility guide?

This contains information on "how the facility works".

Training requirements and training plan in EBCX is developed (not conducted) in which phase?   Thus the approach for _______ is developed.

In which phase in EBCX is Benchmarks for project success established?

The systems manual is updated to include any new information for components, assemblies, and systems that have been modified or installed as part of the __________ process. Update the facility guide (FG) to include any changes to operating procedures that occurred during the ________ Phase.

What contains the Laboratory air-side control system consisting of supply hood, and general exhaust valves, reheat coils, and room control panel among many other requirements?

The largest pieces missing from the combined tune-ups and audits is ___________________. Only when the O&M staff has the proper training and documentation to diagnose and fix breakdowns quickly will the building be kept in good working order. One-line schematic diagrams of HVAC air and water; diagrams that show locations of VAV boxes, reheat coils, and other small devices; and inconspicuous local markings (for example, on ceiling tiles)make O&M much easier.

What sampling rate is used for the "first construction checklist" and why?

What involving first checklist (first of kind) approach on checklists with a 0%¹ sampling, and for this reason is included in the ___________ session.  This will usually also include²;
1. Design Development,
2. Construction Mobilization
3. contractor selection
4. risk analysis
5. project scheduling
6. permitting.

It is important to understand that even if the sampling rate is 100% or greater, the approach to be taken is _________________.

_______ will greatly impact the sampling rate required to determine OPR achievement.

The design verifies installation of systems to designs with site walks and the CXP does what regarding this? Specifically regarding photographs?

C2.12 Final Cx Report. The CxP shall provide a final Cx Report no later than___________ prior to the end of the warranty period.

Specific criteria for the functional use of each space, assembly, and system must be defined. These include temperature, humidity, airflow,
light, noise, durability, aesthetics (materials and colors), service life, reliability, redundancy, and the like. Typically, upper and lower limits are provided for general spaces, with exceptions noted as required.  This defines this.

When is the Training Expectations Matrix developed?

Which has a lower sampling rate typically?   and facility and system based tests or components level tests?¹

During a back-check of the construction checklists, the commissioning provider discovers that the model number for the installed heating hot water pump does not match the approved submittal but does match the
mechanical schedule in the design documents. What option below is the
best choice for the commissioning provider’s next step? To resolve the
issue, the commissioning provider should?

A) contact the equipment vendor to check on lead times on the submitted
B) contact the project team to confirm that the submittal is correct.
C) note the discrepancy in the construction
D) compare the performance data of the installed equipment to determine acceptability.
equipment.

The roof is not considered part of the building envelope?
True False

This involves purposefully changing the operating state of an assembly or system to evoke a response and comparing the response to the expectation shown in the test protocol. Usually, this is done by physically being present at the system or assembly and observing the responses as they occur.

How is an envelope leak test achieved?

What is U factor (value) and how is it related to R factor?

What is the infiltration rate?  Regarding a building envelope.

What happens when exhaust is too close to the intake?

Energy Efficiency – the envelope thermal performance must match or exceed the BoD for the HVAC&R systems to achieve their OPR.
True False

The specific column that impacts a successful HVAC&R system in the integration with the exterior envelope is the mechanical column issues. The first item is of high importance, otherwise the HVAC&R systems and assemblies will be oversized or undersized if ____(what is not integrated with the envelope and in which phase?)_______, and it is a key HVAC&R checklist requirement during construction to verify the installation matches the OPR, BoD, and the construction contract documents.

An example of the mechanical issue needing integrated with the exterior envelope finds that the Insulation value of the building enclosure has increased and U value has decreased.  What would be advised in regards to ductwork and sizing?