Operations & Maintenance

O&M staff can use the IAQ plan for future renovations.

Once the current project is complete and LEED-certified, there is no “LEED police” checking that you followed the master plan. However, after investing the time and energy in the master plan and the credit calculations, it only makes sense to follow through with the intent of the

When planning construction activities, refer to the site master plan to verify that the LEED site credits are still being achieved.

Make clearly defined rules or arrangements with the general public, local organizations and nearby facilities. This will make the agreements more sustainable and provides the most benefit for both school and community. 

Provide the owner with a list of compliant, low-emitting adhesives and

Facilities personnel can monitor and respond to any complaints about acoustics. This could include periodically metering decibel levels during the school day.

If demonstrating compliance via measurements, take measurements of

Verify any ongoing requirements with your regulatory agency, as some state or local agencies require a contaminated and remediated site to submit to ongoing testing or monitoring. 

Obtain warranty information and a maintenance contract with the system installer for future visits. Some of the technologies such as hydroelectric and wind include moving parts that will need regular maintenance. Solar panels need to be cleaned of bird droppings and snow to operate at highest possible efficiencies. Incorporate these measures into the facility maintenance manual.

Incorporate controls into the operations manual and training so that facility staff are aware of the controls mechanism and response system.