Hiring construction teams with LEED experience is helpful, as is reviewing LEED requirements and responsibilities with the contractor during the bidding process. Construction teams without LEED experience can be successful with this credit, but will require more training and a closer eye on quality control to make sure compliant materials are used and that items are documented correctly.
Provide a clear budget for the commissioning cycle along with the credit submission that demonstrates that what has been completed as of the end of the performance period is greater than 50% of the total ongoing
Dispose properly of old cleaning products if your team has replaced conventional products with more sustainable ones. Locate the appropriate hazardous waste facility in your area and send your old chemicals there. All old chemicals should be disposed of at household hazardous waste facilities – chemicals should never be thrown in landfills.
The classification of a product determines the applicable certification program. For example, surface cleaners must have the appropriate Green Seal or Environmental Choice certification, and it is not acceptable to claim compliance by meeting CA Code
