Pre-Design

You can earn an Exemplary Performance point for this credit through IDc1. There are not specific benchmarks for how to earn the point, but consider some of the following options:

Following best management practices for mold-control should limit liability exposure for the project team and school district, but be very careful (and consult with a lawyer) before saying or doing anything that could be construed as a guarantee that there will be no mold.

Keep costs low by starting early in the design stage and by understanding building science - how to keep moisture out of the building and air stream, and how to manage humidity levels through HVAC design.

Since IEQc3.1, a LEED construction phase submittal has to be achieved before a project can be approved for this credit, don’t bother to submit IEQc10 until the LEED construction submittal. This does not mean that you should hold off until after design to plan for achieving this credit, however!

Accountability is another key element to mold prevention and ongoing IAQ maintenance.

For a more comprehensive IAQ plan, you may want to include design recommendations for the architect and mechanical engineer, steps for preventing moisture buildup during construction, and for remediation if building materials become wet or moldy during construction.

Implementing the IAQ plan is easy for most projects, especially if the operations staff is included in the process of writing the plan.

The IAQ plan is the portion of the credit that focuses on building operation and maintenance. It should include:

It helps to hire and work with design, construction, and operation teams with knowledge of and experience with IAQ issues and mold prevention.