ASHRAE Guideline 1.

5-2017
(Supersedes ASHRAE Guideline 1.5-2012)

The Commissioning
Process for
Smoke Control
Systems
Approved by ASHRAE on October 24, 2017.

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 CONTENTS
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5-2017
The Commissioning Process for Smoke Control Systems
SECTION PAGE
Foreword .....................................................................................................................................................................2
1 Purpose.............................................................................................................................................................2
2 Scope ................................................................................................................................................................3
3 Utilization...........................................................................................................................................................3
4 Nomenclature....................................................................................................................................................3
5 Predesign Phase...............................................................................................................................................3
6 Design Phase....................................................................................................................................................6
7 Construction Phase...........................................................................................................................................9
8 Occupancy/Operations Phase ........................................................................................................................14
9 Postacceptance Phase ...................................................................................................................................16
10 References and Bibliography ..........................................................................................................................16
Index to Annexes...................................................................................................................................................17
Informative Annex H—Acceptance Plan ...............................................................................................................19
Informative Annex L—Specifications.....................................................................................................................20
Informative Annex M—Example Checklists ..........................................................................................................23
Informative Annex P—Training Manual and Training Needs ................................................................................29

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(This foreword is not part of this standard. It is merely Emphasis is placed on documentation of the OPR at the
informative and does not contain requirements necessary inception of a project and the proper transfer of this informa-
for conformance to the standard. It has not been pro- tion from one party to the next throughout the life of a project.
cessed according to the ANSI requirements for a standard The Cx Process has been structured to coincide with the
and may contain material that has not been subject to phases of a generic project with Predesign, Design, Construc-
public review or a consensus process. Unresolved objec- tion, and Occupancy/Operations Phases. Beginning the Cx
tors on informative material are not offered the right to Process at project inception will achieve maximum benefits. If
appeal at ASHRAE or ANSI.) circumstances require Owners to adopt the Cx Process during
the Design, Construction, or the first year of the Occupancy/
FOREWORD Operations Phase of a project, later implementation must
capture the information that would have been developed had
The Commissioning (Cx) Process is a quality-oriented pro- the Cx Process begun at project inception or during the Pre-
cess for verifying and documenting that the performance of design Phase. This is required for successful Occupancy/
facilities, systems, and assemblies meet defined objectives Operations Phase documentation and continuous or ongoing
and criteria. The Cx Team uses a variety of methods and tools Cx of the smoke control systems and components for the life
to verify that a project is achieving the Owner’s Project of the facility.
Requirements (OPR), including code requirements and
Due to the integration and interdependency of most facil-
inspections of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)
ity systems, a performance deficiency in one system can result
throughout the delivery of the project.
in less than optimal performance by other systems. Although
Cx Process procedures and requirements are fully cov- Guideline 1.5 focuses on smoke control systems, a successful
ered in ASHRAE Standard 202 and ASHRAE Guideline 0. total building Cx Process will carefully validate interfaces
Those documents provide adequate guidance for implement- and possible interferences between all building systems. Even
ing the Cx Process for all building smoke control assemblies if smoke control is the primary focus of the Cx Process, coor-
and systems—for both new and existing buildings. dination among disciplines is essential for success.
To further assist Owners; design teams; Cx Process teams; Annexes are included in this guideline to assist in the
contractors; and building/facility engineering, operations, and implementation of the Cx Process for smoke control systems
maintenance (EOM) teams or staff, a number of supporting Cx and components. The annexes are based on actual project
Process technical guidelines have been developed or are under experience, with details based on current practice, and illus-
development. This particular guideline provides specific guid- trate application of the Cx Process for smoke control systems
ance on applying the Cx Process to smoke control systems in and components. The annexes should be viewed as examples
buildings and facilities. of how to develop and define ongoing communications; OPR,
The following is a brief overview of the Cx Process as Basis of Design (BoD), and Cx Plan documents; and verifica-
described in Guideline 0. tion, testing requirements, and training. This is not intended
The Cx Process assumes that Owners; facility program- to be a complete user’s manual but is instead intended as a
mers; designers; contractors; and building EOM entities are guideline.
fully accountable for the quality of their work. For example, Development of formal guidelines for HVAC&R Cx
the contractor is responsible for fully constructing and testing began in 1982, when ASHRAE established a committee to
the systems and ensuring that their employees’ work has pro- document best practices to achieve facilities that perform
vided the level of quality expected. The Cx of smoke control according to an Owner’s needs and requirements. ASHRAE
systems requires 100% verification of system component published its original Cx guideline in 1989 and published an
installation and functional performance. updated version in 1996. In 2005, Guideline 0 was published
The Cx Process begins at project inception (during the to address the underlying quality-based Cx Process without
Predesign Phase) and continues for the life of a facility reference to a specific discipline. In 2013 ASHRAE developed
(through the Occupancy/Operations Phase). The Cx Process and published a standard for the Cx Process, ASHRAE Stan-
includes specific tasks to be conducted during each phase in dard 202, The Commissioning Process for Buildings and Sys-
order to verify that design, construction, and training meet tems. This standard includes the minimum requirements for
the OPR, including requirements of the AHJ. This guideline performing the Cx Process. ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 builds on
describes the specific tasks necessary to successfully imple- the concepts of ASHRAE Guideline 5, Commissioning Smoke
ment the Cx Process for smoke control systems and compo- Management Systems, and replaces it. The technical Cx Pro-
nents. Because this guideline details a process, it can be cess requirements are now in individual discipline technical
applied to both new and renovation projects and to the Cx of guidelines, separate from the Cx Process requirements that
existing buildings and systems. are defined in Standard 202 and Guideline 0.
Guideline 1.5 follows the format of Guideline 0 and
1. PURPOSE
incorporates committee experience on projects where smoke
control systems and components were expected to work from 1.1 The purpose of this guideline is to describe the technical
the day the project was turned over to the Owner, while meet- requirements for applying the Commissioning (Cx) Process,
ing the requirements of Owners, occupants, users of processes, described in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1 and Standard 202 2, that
and facility operating-maintenance-service organizations at a will verify that the smoke control system fulfills the Owner’s
high level of satisfaction. Project Requirements (OPR).

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2. SCOPE Cx commissioning
2.1 The procedures, methods, and documentation require- CxP Commissioning Provider
ments in this guideline describe the application of the Com-
EOM engineering, operations, and maintenance
missioning (Cx) Process for each project delivery phase, from
Predesign through Occupancy/Operations, for all types and FSCS firefighter’s smoke control station
sizes of smoke control systems, to support the Cx Process O&M operations and maintenance
activities described in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1 and ASHRAE
Standard 202 2. Requirements include the following: OEM original equipment manufacturer

a. Smoke control systems to fully support the Cx Process OPR Owner’s Project Requirements
activities QA/QC quality assurance/quality control
b. Verification during each phase of the Cx Process
TAB testing, adjusting, and balancing
c. Acceptance during each phase
d. Documentation during each phase
5. PREDESIGN PHASE
e. A systems manual
f. Training for operations and maintenance (O&M) person- 5.1 Introduction
nel and occupants 5.1.1 Predesign is a preparatory phase of the project deliv-
2.2 The procedures, methods, and documentation require- ery process in which the Owner’s project requirements (OPR)
ments apply to new construction and ongoing Cx Process are developed and defined. Information about the project is
activities or requirements for all or portions of buildings and gathered, including
facilities. They also can be applied to rehab, retrocommis- a. program requirements (e.g., facility interior conditions
sioning, or recommissioning projects. and uses),
b. codes and regulations (e.g., building codes, National Fire
3. UTILIZATION
Protection Association and Underwriters Laboratories
3.1 The application of this guideline depends on the OPR standards, local amendments),
and how the project is designed, built, and operated and the c. requirements of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ),
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). d. site and climate information (e.g., site location and layout,
This guideline is supplemental to the Commissioning (Cx) outdoor air design conditions),
Process as detailed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1and ASHRAE
e. facility context and function (e.g., office, hospital, refrig-
Standard 202 2. This guideline must be used in conjunction
erated warehouse),
with Guideline 0; it is not intended to be a stand-alone doc-
f. cost,
ument.
g. schedule, and
3.2 This guideline describes specific details required to prop- h. clients’ (Owner’s, occupants’, operators’, and mainte-
erly implement the Cx Process as it relates to smoke control nance personnel’s) needs and capabilities.
systems. This includes documentation, test procedures, and
checklists. 5.1.2 Predesign Phase Commissioning (Cx) Process objec-
tives related to smoke control systems include the following:
4. NOMENCLATURE
a. Developing the OPR
4.1 Definitions b. Identifying a scope and budget for the Cx Process
Definitions for general Commissioning (Cx) Process terms are c. Developing the initial Cx Plan
found in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1 and ASHRAE Standard 202 2. d. Accepting the Predesign Phase Cx Process activities
Additional smoke control related terms are defined as follows.
smoke control: an engineered system that is intended to mod- 5.2 Predesign Cx Process Activities
ify the movement of smoke. 5.2.1 Cx Team Members. In addition to those detailed in
ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 5.2.1.3, the essential mem-
smoke barrier: a continuous barrier, which may or may not
bers of the Cx Team related to smoke control systems during
have a flammability rating, that is designed and installed to
the Predesign Phase include the following:
restrict the movement of smoke.
firefighter’s smoke control station (FSCS): a device that is a. Facilities engineer
provided for use by the fire department that provides graphi- b. Owner’s automatic controls and building automation tech-
cal indication and manual override capability to equipment nicians
that can be used to modify the movement of smoke within a c. Facility information technology network manager or tech-
building. nician
4.2 Abbreviations d. Owner’s HVAC&R technician (if HVAC&R equipment
will be used as nondedicated smoke control equipment)
AHJ authority having jurisdiction
e. Architect and engineers
BAS building automation system f. Smoke control design professional
BoD Basis of Design g. Electrical and fire alarm design professional

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 If known or present, additional members of the Cx Team g. Occupancy classification. An understanding of how the
related to smoke control systems during the Predesign Phase various spaces within the building will be used, including
can include the following: activities that would present transient fuel loads. Docu-
ment smoke control requirements for each occupancy,
a. HVAC&R equipment suppliers
area, zone, and hazard.
b. HVAC&R contractors
h. Space use requirements and schedules. An understand-
c. Testing agencies, including testing, adjusting, and balanc-
ing of how the smoke control system interfaces with the
ing (TAB) agencies
normal building HVAC system’s sequence of operation.
d. Electrical contractors
e. Automatic controls and building automation contractors i. Training requirements for Owner’s personnel. Docu-
mentation of the current level of knowledge of the
f. Fire alarm contractor
Owner’s personnel and the intent to provide an adequate
g. Information technology contractor
level of training on smoke control systems in general and
h. Security contractor
the specifics regarding operation of the smoke control sys-
i. AHJ tem being installed. This is important to ensure that the
j. Special inspector, if required design of the smoke control system is within the Owner’s
Refer to Guideline 0 1, Informative Annex F, for details current and future capabilities to operate and maintain the
on the roles and responsibilities of these team members. system.
5.2.2 Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) Document. j. Warranty requirements. A listing of the requirements
The OPR forms the basic requirements from which all design, for warranties on the smoke control system and compo-
construction, acceptance, and operation decisions are made. nents, including start of warranty, period, and conditions.
Objectives and functional requirements of smoke control sys- k. Benchmarking requirements. A listing of verified sys-
tems that should be considered include the following: tem operation and benchmarks for future comparison. For
example, record of airflows and/or pressure differences
a. Project budget and schedule. A description of the measured during acceptance testing of the smoke control
Owner’s approach to allocating resources for the smoke system.
control systems. This includes a narrative of the relative
l. Operations and maintenance (O&M) criteria. A narra-
importance of capital investment, life of systems, operat-
tive of how the smoke control systems are to be operated
ing costs, and maintenance costs as well as use of life-
and maintained, including how the O&M personnel
cycle costing for selection of the systems. Sufficient time
approach resolution of problems (i.e., fix upon fail, manu-
must be allocated for design, construction, proper start-up,
facturer’s recommendations, or Owner internal frequen-
testing, tuning, and periodic retesting of smoke control
cies) and the source (in house or contracted) and expected
systems.
level of manpower (current, new, additional) for the O&M
b. Cx Process scope and budget. A listing of smoke control
staff and known frequencies of maintenance items.
components and systems that are the focus of the Cx Pro-
cess and the budget to accomplish the Cx Process activities. m. Equipment and system maintainability expectations. A
c. Project documentation requirements. A narrative of summary of the assumptions for accessibility to smoke
what documentation is required to properly install, start- control systems and equipment (e.g., the maintenance
up, test, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain smoke con- space should be the manufacturer recommendations or x%
trol systems for the life of the facility. Also included is the greater). Further, special requirements for maintenance
format of the documentation (electronic or paper) and any and access should be listed (e.g., gages, test ports, perma-
specific features. nent ladders, catwalks, etc.).
d. Owner directives. A listing of the Owner’s predefined n. Quality requirements of materials and construction. A
directives on what systems, components, and operating description of the level of quality, in concurrence with the
conditions will be required. It is critical, when directives life-cycle cost approach, of the smoke control system
are given, that the Owner’s intent be understood. For equipment and ductwork, including the durability and
example, the Owner may expect the smoke control system time expectancy between failures/replacement. Document
to protect high-value products or equipment in addition to the general expectations of the Owner for the quality of
its life-safety role. Or, if an Owner states that only a spe- construction (e.g., industry average, above average, or
cific manufacturer or type of equipment shall be used, it is best workmanship).
important to understand that this directive relates to the o. Allowable tolerance in facility system operations. doc-
need to simplify maintenance due to the use of that manu- umentation of the tolerance that will be allowed in the
facturer on their other facilities. operation of the smoke control systems. Minimum and
e. Restrictions and limitations. Identification and docu- maximum airflow or pressures during smoke control oper-
mentation of specific preexisting or new restrictions and ations should be specified.
limitations on the smoke control systems. For example, p. Energy efficiency goals. A listing of the goals of the
integration with adjacent buildings systems. smoke control systems. As life-safety systems, smoke con-
f. User requirements. An understanding of how the users trol systems may not have energy efficiency requirements
(including fire protection personnel) will operate a safe when responding to a smoke emergency. However, there
and functional system. may be energy efficiency goals that nondedicated equip-

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 ment must meet when operating in non-smoke-control 5.2.3 Scope and Budget
mode. 5.2.3.1 The focus of the Cx Process for smoke control
q. Adaptability. Documentation of the adaptability require- systems typically involves the following:
ments for the smoke control systems to be modified,
expanded, or relocated for future needs. a. Energy supply (including primary power supplies and the
availability of backup power, if required)
r. Systems integration requirements. A discussion of the
b. Coordination of fire protection and other life-safety sys-
need to integrate the smoke control systems with other
tems (including arrangement of detection, suppression,
systems, such as fire alarm, life safety, and security, over
and smoke control zone boundaries as well as methods
and above code requirements.
and responsibilities for the interface to the smoke control
s. Applicable codes and standards. A detail of the known system)
smoke control codes and standards that will be followed c. Building construction features (including location of fire
for the project, including the year of publication and the and smoke barriers and integrity of firestopping or sealing
specific option to be used (e.g., pressurization, airflow, for any openings in these barriers)
exhaust methods, etc.). Also identify any acceptance test- d. Smoke control instrumentation and controls (including
ing and/or periodic maintenance requirements contained electric, electronic, pneumatic, and self-powered systems)
in the applicable codes or standards. e. Verification of the sequence of operation
t. Seismic requirements. An understanding of the seismic f. HVAC&R equipment and controls that may be used as
requirements and expectations for the smoke control sys- nondedicated smoke control equipment
tems. g. Other special life-safety systems, equipment, and controls
u. Accessibility. Documentation of any unique requirements (e.g., fire dampers, door operators, fire fighters control
for placement of smoke control system components to panels, etc.)
meet the needs of emergency response personnel and
maintenance staff, such as the location of the firefighters 5.2.4 Cx Plan
smoke control station (FSCS). 5.2.4.1 General requirements for the Cx Plan are covered
v. Security. A narrative on the need for security of the in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1.
smoke control system relative to the use of the facility and 5.2.4.2 Milestones. During the Predesign Phase, it is crit-
potential threats to the facility and equipment. For exam- ical to document key Cx Process milestones related to the
ple, this may include limiting physical access to smoke smoke control systems during Design, Construction, and
control equipment using locked doors or keyed covers, or Occupancy/Operations Phases. These could include the fol-
it may include methods to restrict unauthorized users from lowing:
accessing the smoke control system via networks or oper-
a. Development of the OPR
ator terminals.
b. Predesign meeting
w. Functionality. Documentation of the objectives and the c. Developing the Basis of Design (BoD)
relationship of the smoke control system to the overall fire d. Design review (multiple) for consistency with the OPR
protection and life-safety strategies for the facility. Spe- e. Design Phase updated Cx Plan
cific details should be provided describing the operation f. Construction prebid meeting
of the smoke control system in response to each activation g. Preconstruction meeting
signal. h. Construction Phase updated Cx Plan
x. Aesthetics. Defined restrictions on the location of smoke i. Cx meetings
control equipment and the location or visibility of intake j. Material and equipment submittal (including manufac-
and/or exhaust openings. turer’s O&M documentation) review, including control
y. Constructibility. A narrative on any known restrictions equipment
that would limit the size of the equipment. k. Coordination drawing submission
z. Communications. A description of whether the smoke l. Training program implementation plan
control system communicates over a shared backbone/ m. Construction checklist completion and tracking
network or whether it must operate over a separate net- n. Equipment factory testing
work. Also describe restrictions on accessing the smoke o. Equipment placement review
control system from outside the facility. p. Testing procedure development (update Cx Plan)
aa. Controls. A description of the controls for the smoke con- q. Contractor-required test verification (duct pressure test-
trol systems, which are key to the design, installation, and ing, pipe pressure testing, etc.)
operation of these systems. The OPR needs to clearly r. Initial smoke control system acceptance
define the level of control and interoperability of systems. s. TAB report and verification
Control system performance needs to be defined during t. Fire alarm system testing
the Predesign Phase. In some facilities, this may require a u. Testing of integration between fire alarm and smoke con-
brief preliminary control predesign workshop. This is trol systems
required for both budgeting the project cost and providing v. Receipt of Cx report from special inspector, if required
programming information for the design team and Cx w. Final smoke control system acceptance
Team during all phases of project delivery. x. Final systems manual submission

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y. Operator and maintenance personnel training project manager, or the contractor may be defined as the con-
z. Turnover of systems/smoke control systems acceptance, struction manager. The communication plan must include
start of warranties contact information for Cx Team members and all other key
aa. Draft of Cx Process report project participants. For an existing building Cx or retrocom-
bb. Commissioning Provider (CxP) site visits during first year missioning project, this may include an outside funding con-
of operation tact, such as the financing entity or a utility.
cc. Operator and maintenance personnel additional training 5.2.5 Issues Log Items. See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Sec-
dd. Seasonal testing tion 5.2.5, for examples of formatting, frequency, and report-
ee. XX-month warranty walk-through and verification ing of the issues logs.
ff. Lessons learned meeting
gg. Final Cx Process report 5.3 Predesign Phase Acceptance Requirements. During the
Predesign Phase, the Cx Process should include the formal
5.2.4.3 Roles and Responsibilities. The roles and acceptance by the Owner of the OPR and the Cx Plan. Addi-
responsibilities of the Cx Team members related to smoke tional information is provided in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1,
control systems, as detailed in Section 5.2.1, should be Informative Annex H, and in Annex H of this guideline.
included in the Cx Plan.
5.4 Predesign Phase Documentation. See ASHRAE Guide-
5.2.4.4 Predesign Checklists. Generic Predesign Phase
line 0 1, Section 5.4, for documentation listings. Additional
checklist formats are presented in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1,
information is provided in Guideline 0, Informative Annex D.
Informative Annex M. Specific Predesign Phase checklists
required for smoke control systems and components will be 5.5 Predesign Phase Training Identification Require-
developed by the Cx Team during the development of the ments. See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 5.5, for training
OPR. These will be used to define expectations for each sub- identification procedures. Additional information is provided
mittal of documentation during the Predesign Phase. In estab- in Annex P of this guideline.
lished Cx Process programs, Owners or project managers
may have an established checklist for use by the Cx Team as 6. DESIGN PHASE
they develop the OPR. 6.1 Introduction
5.2.4.5 Design Checklists. Generic Predesign Phase
6.1.1 During the Design Phase of the project delivery pro-
checklist formats are presented in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1,
cess, the Owner’s project requirements (OPR) are translated
Informative Annex M. Specific Design Phase checklists
into construction documents. A document called the Basis of
required for smoke control systems and components will be
Design (BoD) is created by the design team that clearly con-
developed by the Cx Process team and the programming team
veys the assumptions made in developing a design solution
during the development of the initial Cx Plan during the Pre-
that fulfills the intent and criteria in the OPR document. Nar-
design Phase. These checklists should include assemblies and
rative descriptions of smoke control systems are developed
systems that are essential for successful smoke control system
and included in the BoD, and the Commissioning (Cx) Plan is
installation. The checklists will define the expectations at
expanded to include the details of Construction Phase and
each design submittal and will emphasize the OPR, BoD, and
Occupancy/Operations Phase activities.
documentation expectations throughout the Design Phase.
6.1.2 Design Phase Cx Process objectives related to smoke
5.2.4.6 Construction Checklists. The requirement for
control systems include all of the requirements of ASHRAE
construction checklists must be included in the Predesign
Guideline 0 1, Section 6.1.2, plus the following:
Phase documentation to define the project needs for the
design team. Generic Predesign Phase checklist formats are a. Verify that the smoke control systems selected by the
presented in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Informative Annex M. design team meet all of the objectives and functional
Determine whether checklists will be in paper or electronic requirements listed in Section 5.2.2 of this guideline that
format for contractor completion. Specific construction are included in the OPR.
checklists required for smoke control systems and compo- b. In addition, the following are specific to the success of
nents and supporting systems and assemblies will be deter- smoke control systems:
mined during the Design Phase.
1. Verify that systems and components are maintainable
5.2.4.7 Communication Channels. The communication and accessible; because smoke control systems are
process between the Cx Team and the CxP; the smoke con- life-safety systems, they need regular verification and
trol, HVAC&R, and electrical design professionals; the archi- maintenance.
tect; the Owner; occupants and users; facility engineering
2. Verify that the smoke control system components are
staff (must include O&M staff); general contractors; mechan-
rated for smoke control functions and operation.
ical contractors; electrical contractors; and others, as applica-
ble, must be defined. This process will facilitate the review of 3. Develop and document the smoke control system test
predesign requirements, design requirements, the resolution requirements.
of issues, and the exchange of documentation. The designa- 4. Verify that the proposed final smoke control test pro-
tion of those involved may vary, and participants may take on cedure is acceptable to the authority having jurisdic-
various names. For example, the Owner may be defined as the tion (AHJ).

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 5. Verify that the design of the building automation sys- g. Operational assumptions, including facility and space use,
tems (BASs) is rated for smoke control operation and testing, O&M budget, and personnel capabilities.
is compatible with and can fulfill the control require- h. Narrative system and assembly descriptions. These gener-
ments defined in the OPR and BoD. ally describe how the designer intends to meet the smoke
6. Verify that control systems requirements are clearly control related OPR and are updated and made more
defined. detailed as the design progresses. The narrative should
7. Verify that sequence of operations and sequence of describe general systems and equipment (e.g., air han-
control are clear and documented. dlers, air distribution) and an outline sequence of opera-
tions. ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Informative Annex K,
8. Verify that the requirements of related support systems
provides more information on the BoD documents that
and assemblies are included in the design and that
should contain these descriptions.
integration is adequately addressed.
i. Codes, standards, guidelines, regulations, and other refer-
6.1.3 The validation of installation and functional perfor- ences that influenced the design of the smoke control sys-
mance testing of smoke control systems and components tems.
should be 100% inspected. j. Owner guidelines and directives that influenced the
6.2 Design Phase Cx Process Activities design of the smoke control systems.
6.2.1 Design Phase Cx Process Responsibilities k. Fulfillment of the OPR, including a specific listing of how
6.2.1.1 In addition to those detailed in Section 5.2.1 of each requirement is addressed in the construction docu-
this guideline, other members of the Cx Team related to ments.
smoke control systems during the Design Phase may include, 6.2.3 Update Cx Plan
but are not limited to, the following: 6.2.3.1 General requirements for updating the Cx Plan
a. Construction manager during the Design Phase are covered in ASHRAE
b. General contractor Guideline 0 1, Section 6.2.3. The Cx Plan must be updated to
c. Design-build contractor reflect changes in the OPR and include additional information
d. Sprinkler contractor developed during the Design Phase.
e. Mechanical HVAC contractor 6.2.3.2 During the Design Phase, the following are added
f. Test and balance contractor to or updated in the Cx Plan related to smoke control systems:
g. Controls contractor a. Systems and assemblies to be verified and tested. These
h. Electrical contractors (including low voltage) typically include (but are not limited to) the following:
i. Fire alarm contractor 1. Primary and secondary energy supply
j. Security contractor 2. Safety, including alarms, fire, security, and power fail-
k. Special inspector ure
l. AHJ
3. Damper requirements (control, fire, smoke)
6.2.2 BoD Documentation 4. Smoke and fire barrier construction (where required
6.2.2.1 The BoD for smoke control systems should by the BoD)
include, but is not limited to, the following: 5. Air exhaust
a. A description of each air supply and exhaust system 6. Air distribution and system static pressure
option considered. 7. Supply and exhaust fan units
b. A description of the BASs, a full table of user access lev- 8. Instrumentation and controls
els, interoperability and connectivity, and capabilities of b. Schedule of smoke control related Cx Process activities
systems and subsystems. for the Construction Phase and for the Occupancy/Opera-
c. The reasoning for the selection of the final smoke control tions Phase. The schedule should identify critical times
system. This should be a short statement for each system for witnessing testing activities, smoke control systems
(air supply and exhaust) and include supporting informa- and equipment accessibility for maintenance and verifica-
tion, such as the requirements of codes/standards, design tion, completion of construction checklists, and activities
criteria (e.g., reliability, maintainability), and Owner related to substantial completion/project closeout.
directives. 6.2.3.3 Milestones
d. Assumptions for calculations/sizing, material densities
6.2.3.3.1 During the Design Phase, it is critical to
that affect air leakage, etc.
update and elaborate documentation on the key milestones
e. Analytical procedures and tools used during design,
related to the smoke control systems. These include the fol-
including manual and software (including version) analy-
lowing:
sis and simulation models (duct pressure, duct sizing, con-
trol strategies). a. Predesign meeting (as a completed activity)
f. The make and model for the equipment used as the basis b. Design review (multiple)—including the BoD
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d. Construction prebid meeting these manuals should be clearly stated in the construction
e. Preconstruction meeting documents.
f. Cx meetings 6.2.6.2 The sections in the smoke control systems manual
g. Submittal (including manufacturers’ O&M documenta- are developed for each major system or function. These typi-
tion) review cally include (but are not limited to) the following:
h. Systems manual (A specific time for completion of this
a. Description of supply air and exhaust systems that are part
activity after submittal acceptance should be established
of the smoke control system
based upon project complexity.)
b. Instrumentation and controls (including electric and elec-
i. Submission of automatic control and building automation
tronic, pneumatic, self-powered systems)
controls software (A specific time for completion of this
c. Activation schedule describing the automatic operation of
activity after submittal acceptance should be established
all outputs in response to each smoke control activation
based upon project complexity.)
signal
j. Training program implementation plan d. Methods of manual activation of the smoke control sys-
k. Construction checklist completion and tracking tem, if provided
l. Equipment placement review e. Description of system operation in response to each acti-
m. Testing procedure development (update Cx Plan) vation signal from the firefighter’s smoke control station
n. Initial automatic controls and building automation system (FSCS)
(BAS) acceptance f. Method of resetting the system at conclusion of need for
o. Pretesting, adjusting, and balancing report and verifica- smoke control
tion
p. Final automatic controls and BAS acceptance 6.2.6.3 The requirements for contractor-supplied infor-
mation for the smoke control systems manual should be
q. Acceptance testing for the AHJ
clearly stated in the construction documents.
r. Final systems manual submission
s. Operator training 6.2.7 Training Requirements
t. Turnover of systems/smoke control systems acceptance, 6.2.7.1 General requirements for development of training
start of warranties requirements during the Design Phase are outlined in
u. Issue Acceptance Test Report to AHJ, client, engineer of ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 6.2.7. Annex P of this guide-
record, and construction contractor line provides smoke-control-specific recommendations for
v. Commissioning Provider (CxP) site visits during first year the training program and training manual. In general, smoke
of operation control training will address a range of knowledge sets and
w. Seasonal testing should be provided through a variety of formats tailored to the
needs and capabilities of the Owner’s operating personnel as
x. Lessons learned meeting
expressed in the OPR. Smoke control training should cover
6.2.4 Cx Process Requirements in the Construction overall systems as well as individual equipment.
Documents 6.2.7.2 Training on overall smoke control systems con-
6.2.4.1 Integrate specific component performance docu- cepts and intents should be performed in a classroom setting
mentation requirements and use of construction checklists and actively involve the smoke control design professionals.
into the relevant smoke control specification sections (and Topics should include the smoke control basis of design,
others as appropriate) with appropriate cross references. smoke control systems operation (normal, emergency, limita-
6.2.4.2 Integrate smoke control Cx Process activities into tions, cold start), and similar big-picture issues.
the relevant electrical, mechanical, and other specification 6.2.7.3 Training on specific smoke control equipment
divisions as required. should be provided in appropriate forms (including class-
6.2.4.3 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 6.2.4, for room, field, and factory settings, as warranted). Major equip-
general requirements. Template text that may be included in ment (fans, dampers, controls) training should address
the relevant specification divisions for smoke control Cx Pro- preventive maintenance, operations, and troubleshooting. The
cess requirements is provided in Annex L of this guideline. type and level of training should relate to the Owner’s
approach to O&M (in house, contract, or a combination)
6.2.5 Construction Checklists
described in the OPR. Training on secondary equipment will
6.2.5.1 The smoke control system designer should vary from component to component and should also relate to
develop a checklist. the Owner’s O&M approach.
6.2.5.2 General requirements for construction checklists 6.2.7.4 Training should occur throughout the Construc-
are presented in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 6.2.5. See tion Phase and into the Occupancy/Operations Phase as
Section 7.2 of this guideline for further information. appropriate to the construction schedule, equipment types,
6.2.6 Systems Manual and Owner’s needs.
6.2.6.1 A smoke control systems manual should be 6.2.7.5 Training requirements and responsibilities should
included in the building systems manual or provided in addi- be clearly stated in the construction documents and profes-
tion to the general building systems manual. The format of sional services agreements. The design professionals, con-

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tractors, control contractor/vendor, manufacturers, other coordination with other sections of the specification, and
vendors, and CxP will be involved in training on smoke con- coordination with the drawings.
trol systems. The scope and training expectations should be 6.3 Design Phase Acceptance Requirements
clearly stated in the specifications and other contract agree-
6.3.1 The Cx Process should include formal acceptance of
ments, especially the coordination role with the contractor.
the BoD and the updated OPR.
There should be consideration for manufacturer’s training on
controls systems, software, and integrated systems (fire/life 6.4 Design Phase Documentation Requirements
safety integration with the smoke control system). Training 6.4.1 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 6.4, for
should involve operator training, maintenance training, repair Design Phase documentation requirements.
training, and ongoing training for smoke control systems. In 6.4.2 The applicable local codes may have additional docu-
addition to the factory training elements, variable-frequency mentation requirements.
drives, dampers, fans, pumps, air handlers, and terminal
boxes always have on-site training requirements. Additional 6.5 Design Phase Training Identification Requirements
guidance on training is provided in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, 6.5.1 Training requirements for the Owner, the system oper-
Section 6.2.7. ator, maintenance personnel, and fire department personnel are
6.2.8 Design Review of Construction Documents addressed during the Design Phase by the completion of a
training requirements identification workshop, development of
6.2.8.1 The process for accomplishing design reviews for the Construction Phase and Occupancy/Operations Phase
verifying fulfillment of the OPR is described in ASHRAE training programs, and inclusion of the training program
Guideline 0 1, Section 6.2.8, including Cx Process verification requirements in the Cx Plan and construction documents.
presented in Section 6.2.8.4. Specific to smoke control sys-
tems, the following guidance is provided for the four-step 7. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
review process, as described in ASHRAE Guideline 0, Sec-
7.1 Introduction. Commissioning (Cx) Process activities to be
tion 6.2.8.2. The intent of the design review by the Cx Team
performed by the various members of the Cx Team during the
is to determine if there are systematic errors, not to fully
Construction Phase are described in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1,
check the drawings and specifications. The responsibility for
completely checking the drawings and specifications for Section 7. Additional information on specific activities related
coordination and accuracy remains with the design team. to smoke control systems is presented in this section and
includes the following:
6.2.8.1.1 General Quality Review. The general quality
review for smoke control systems should focus on complete- a. Updating construction checklists prepared during the
ness, organization, and readability of drawings and specifica- Design Phase to reflect the specific equipment/materials
tions with attention to details, schedules, controls, ductwork, approved by the design professionals
fire protection piping, equipment rooms, legends, pressure b. Providing or updating test protocols not addressed earlier
sensors, smoke dampers, power source, and equipment identi- in the Cx Process because specific product information
fication. was not yet received
c. Verifying that the control logic diagrams and any addi-
6.2.8.1.2 Coordination Review. Key system elements
(such as fans, dampers, power sources, control systems, and tional controls programming that has been created can ful-
sequence of controls) of the smoke control systems are fill the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) for smoke
reviewed to evaluate the coordination within and among dis- control
ciplines. This includes reviewing for interfaces among disci- d. Verifying the integration of smoke control system controls
plines (e.g., fire detection system interface to the control and system components with other fire and life-safety sys-
system) and checking the design against the OPR (e.g., ensur- tems and with other building systems that may affect or be
ing access to the smoke control components for servicing). affected by the smoke control system
e. Witnessing all pressure tests of duct systems used for
6.2.8.1.3 Smoke Control System-Specific Review. smoke control and pressure difference testing of smoke
Within the areas selected for review, verify that the design
barriers and observing all start-up activities of smoke con-
complies with the OPR. Specific issues to consider include
trol components
coordination of the zones between the fire system and smoke
f. Verifying the testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB)
system and verification that fan capacities, pressure differ-
work for smoke control systems
ences, and air velocities are appropriate for the stated
g. Verifying scheduling of seasonal dependent testing
assumptions. Functions, including wind effects and seasonal
variations, should also be considered. 7.1.1 An important part of the Cx Process is the training of
6.2.8.1.4 Smoke Control Specification Review. A operations and maintenance (O&M) personnel. These indi-
review of the specification is performed to determine its com- viduals should be available at the site during construction to
pleteness, applicability to the project, and compliance with observe the installation of the smoke control system and to
the OPR. Items checked include applicability of the smoke learn about its operation. The Commissioning Provider (CxP)
control section of the specification to the project, Commis- should direct this training.
sioning Process requirements, submittal requirements, appli- 7.1.2 An important part of the Cx Process is the training of
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site during construction to observe the installation of the d. Owner’s representative for contractors and outside main-
smoke control system and to learn about its operation. The tenance
CxP should direct this training.
7.2.4 Update Owner’s Project Requirements
7.2 Construction Phase Cx Process Activities 7.2.4.1 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.4,
7.2.1 Construction Phase Cx Process Responsibilities for general guidance. If proposed smoke control system
7.2.1.1 Essential smoke control Cx Team members changes that are at variance with the OPR are approved by the
include the CxP, smoke control system design professionals, design professionals and Owner, the OPR and BoD should be
the fire alarm contractor, electrical contractors, the construc- revised and approved. This provides for continuous updating
tion manager and/or general contractor, the mechanical con- of the OPR and BoD to reflect the constructed project.
tractor, the controls contractor, fire alarm and smoke control 7.2.5 Update OPR
equipment suppliers, sheet metal and piping subcontractors, 7.2.5.1 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.5.
environmental controls and systems integrators, the TAB con- 7.2.5.2 Specialists with knowledge of specific systems
tractor, and any other relevant specialists. and equipment may be used as resources for the smoke con-
7.2.1.2 Responsibilities of the smoke control Cx Team trol system Cx Team and listed in the Cx Plan with their roles
include the following: and responsibilities. Some specialties that may relate to
smoke control system Cx Process activities include:
a. TAB work should be performed on all the HVAC equip-
ment and smoke control systems prior to acceptance test- a. Fire alarm
ing. Operational tests should also be conducted on b. Security
equipment, duct, and control systems to verify that pres- c. Electrical
sures and flow rates meet the design requirements of the d. Elevator
smoke control system. e. Fume hood and laboratory controls
b. Controls testing and calibration should begin concurrent f. Systems integration
with, and be completed subsequent to, the TAB work of g. Computerized maintenance management systems
the smoke control system. 7.2.6 Conduct Preconstruction Cx Process Meeting
c. The CxP should observe and verify all start-up, testing, 7.2.6.1 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.6.
balancing, and calibration activities as part of the ongoing
7.2.6.2 Special issues related to sequencing and early
Cx Process.
installation of smoke control system equipment located in
7.2.1.3 Forms. The Cx Plan should be prepared follow- limited access areas should be discussed.
ing the format described in the contract specifications. It 7.2.7 Verify Submittals
should detail how the Cx Process will be organized, sched- 7.2.7.1 Submittals should be reviewed by the CxP for
uled, and documented and should include all forms for all compliance with the OPR prior to construction. Submittals
components and systems submitted on a per-zone basis. should include shop drawings, equipment submittals, and
7.2.2 Prebid Conference TAB procedures and forms. Submittals should also include
7.2.2.1 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Sections the Cx Plan and Cx documentation format.
5.2.2.8 and 7.2.2, for general prebid conference orientation. 7.2.7.1.1 A smoke control system review should exam-
The prebid meeting is the opportunity to provide all bidders ine how the smoke control system interacts with, relates to,
with an overview of the requirements unique to the smoke and is affected by other systems, equipment, and activities,
control system and the Cx activities that will occur during including the following:
construction. It is very important that bidders understand
a. Alarm systems (with and without access control)
their role in the Cx Process. This is also an opportune time to
b. Security
discuss the reasons for including the OPR and Basis of
c. HVAC
Design (BoD) in the bidding documents (as information only
d. Controls
and not contract requirements), that this information is for
e. TAB
the benefit of building operations and ongoing Cx after con-
f. Duct and pipe layout
struction is completed. Bidder questions regarding the Cx
g. Equipment room layout
requirements should be addressed with appropriate responses
h. Maintenance and troubleshooting parts lists requirements
to all bidding contractors.
i. Ceiling space coordination
7.2.3 Coordinate Owner’s Representatives’ Participa- j. Underfloor coordination
tion. Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.3, for a k. Plumbing supply and drains
general description. The smoke control system construction l. Electric power equipment and supply for the smoke con-
Cx Process may include (but is not limited to) the following trol system
participants: m. Fire doors
a. Security personnel n. Firefighting equipment
b. Facility engineers 7.2.7.1.2 Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section
c. Building controls personnel 7.2.7, for general procedures and sampling strategies.

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 7.2.7.2 Coordination drawings should be reviewed for the b. Protocol for using the BAS and/or FSCS and/or fire alarm
following: systems for TAB.
c. Detailed modes of operation for events requiring smoke
a. Fire, smoke, and fire and smoke combination dampers are control system operation. Both control functions and
clearly delineated on all drawings. equipment operation should be detailed.
b. Smoke detectors, fire detectors, alarm pull stations, con- d. Details of procedures to verify airflow directions and
trol panels, and all interface controls and panels are quantities, pressure differentials, and any other factors
clearly delineated on all drawings. required for smoke control.
c. Mechanical and electrical equipment involved with any e. Identification of measuring instruments to be used by
smoke control function are described completely and type, manufacturer, model, serial number, and their most
shown with interconnections to the smoke control system. recent calibration date.
d. Access doors and panels, fire and smoke dampers, sprin-
kler zones (if necessary), ductwork, conduit, and control 7.2.8 Schedule Construction Phase Commissioning Pro-
elements are clearly shown on all drawings. cess Activities
e. Clear spaces for maintenance and operation procedures 7.2.8.1 In addition to the general requirements in
appropriate to the accepted make and model of smoke ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.8, the following Com-
control equipment should be shown on coordination draw- missioning Process activities for smoke control systems
ings. should be scheduled and coordinated with the construction
schedule:
7.2.7.3 Equipment Submittals
a. Submittals, including, but not limited to, smoke control
7.2.7.3.1 Fire, smoke control, and associated equipment equipment approval, coordination drawings, and control
and component vendor submittals are to be obtained for use interface wiring diagrams
by the CxP. This information, when confirmed and approved, b. Order of smoke control system testing
will be used in developing the construction checklists and test c. Duct leak testing; verification of leak testing of ductwork;
procedures. and cleaning of ductwork, air TAB, fans, dampers, HVAC
7.2.7.3.2 Equipment submittals should include com- components, and system testing
plete certifications and performance data for each piece of d. Smoke control system equipment installation and startups
equipment, e.g., capacity, flow rates, velocity, pressure losses, e. Interface between the smoke control system and BAS
horsepower, revolutions per minute, and electrical data. After control system testing
review of equipment submittals, the equipment O&M infor- f. TAB
mation (including parts lists, installation and start-up instruc- g. Cx tests
tions, and special tool needs) should be submitted in h. Test verification
accordance with specification requirements.
7.2.9 Develop Test Procedures
7.2.7.4 Controls Submittals
7.2.9.1 In addition to the general test procedure require-
7.2.7.4.1 Control submittals for the smoke control sys- ments in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.9, the following
tem should be presented in an approved format. apply to smoke control test procedures.
7.2.7.4.2 Control submittals should be reviewed to 7.2.9.2 List of test procedures and data forms to verify
ensure that they include all information needed by the O&M conformance with BoD and fulfillment of OPR.
staff to keep the control system that is related to the smoke
control system adjusted and devices calibrated. Information a. Each project requires creation of test procedures unique to
should include the following: that project.
b. The objective of these procedures is the verification of the
a. A completely labeled control piping or wiring schematic, OPR. For example,
showing point-to-point piping and wiring and including 1. determining code authority testing requirements for
all performance parameters, such as set points, actions, the system and
spans, and other control component adjustment or setting 2. verifying the operation of fans and dampers in specific
data and locations of test ports and electronic drawings sequence for zoned smoke control.
b. Completely labeled electrical and pneumatic diagrams c. The first step in developing a test procedure is to deter-
c. A sequence of operation (a narrative description of control mine which of the requirements in the OPR document
system functions) cross-referenced to the control schemat- require a test procedure for verification.
ics and electrical and pneumatic diagrams 1. Identify each system involved in smoke control on the
d. Specification sheets for each control component project. This includes activation devices (manual and
7.2.7.5 Review the TAB agency submittal to verify it automatic) and both exhaust (fans, vents) and supply
includes the following: or make-up air systems (air-handling units, fans, lou-
ver/dampers, operable doors, and other openings).
a. Specified qualifications and certifications of parties per- d. The second step in developing a test procedure is to iden-
forming TAB work, including experience of site techni- tify the key points of evaluation for each test. For exam-
cians. ple, the following would be evaluated:

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 1. Stairwell pressurization system b. Verify operation of systems and components during com-
2. Elevator shaft and lobby pressurization system where binations of environmental and equipment interaction
required by the BoD conditions that could reasonably exist.
3. Floor-by-floor (or zone-to-zone) pressurization system c. When applicable, demonstrate a full cycle from OFF to ON
and no-load to full-load and then to no-load and OFF.
4. Smoke containment dampers and local smoke detectors
5. Atrium smoke control and extraction system 7.2.10 Develop Test Data Records
6. Coordination of zoning of activation signals with zon- 7.2.10.1 In addition to the items listed in ASHRAE
ing of the smoke control system Guideline 0 1, the following smoke control system related
items should be included in the test data records:
7. Coordination of priorities and overrides of the system
e. The third step in developing a test procedure is to identify a. Trend logs and testing exception issue logs
what information must be documented to show OPR ful- b. Detailed responses to input changes, including response
fillment (refer to Section 7.2.10 of this guideline). times if they are critical
f. The fourth step in developing a test procedure is to identify c. Flows, temperatures, pressures, volumes, capacities, and
all the stakeholder parties involved and when their actions other required data to confirm equipment and system
are required for a successful project test and close-out. capabilities
Those who may need to be present during the testing d. State of each component that could affect the OPR (e.g.,
include the following: the state of the fans, variable-frequency drives, terminal
1. Building department units, the space, and the outdoor conditions when con-
ducting a smoke test)
2. Fire department
3. Special inspector 7.2.10.2 If functional performance test checklists are con-
4. Fire alarm contractor tained in the approved Cx Plan of the smoke control system,
these checklists should be completed and used to document
5. Building automation system (BAS) contractor
the results of the functional performance testing process.
6. Fire sprinkler contractor 7.2.11 Cx Team Meetings
7. Electrical contractor 7.2.11.1 Cx Team meetings may be required to specifi-
8. Door hardware supplier cally address issues related to smoke control systems. These
9. General/construction manager meetings should be organized and conducted in accordance
10. Engineer of record with the guidelines established in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1.
11. Owner’s representative The meetings may or may not be conducted within a regu-
larly scheduled Cx meeting. Attendees should include all
12. Architect parties and disciplines affected by the subjects under consid-
7.2.9.3 Sequencing of the Performance of Each Test. eration. Such meetings might include discussion of the fol-
The following should be accomplished prior to the start of lowing topics:
any Cx Process OPR tests:
a. Smoke control system installation, start-up, and testing
a. Verify that the physical installation of components and b. Equipment coordination within the smoke control system
systems being tested is in accordance with the contract c. Review of construction checklist procedures
documents. d. Review of OPR verification test procedures
b. Verify all alarm and signaling functions and messages e. Control system implementation and coordination
generated on all points with alarm settings. f. Pre-TAB preparation
c. Verify interactions between the firefighter’s smoke control g. Review of TAB report
station (FSCS) and smoke control or alarm system panels. h. Review of issues log
d. Verify integrated performance of all smoke control system 7.2.11.2 Special Coordination Meetings
components, including all interlocks and interactions with
other equipment and systems. a. Verification protocol and construction checklist meet-
e. Verify shutdown and restart capabilities for both scheduled ings. Essential smoke control system Cx Team members
and unscheduled events (e.g., test sequences, proper opera- include the fire alarm contractor, electrical contractors,
tion when switching from primary to standby power). general contractor, mechanical contractor, alarm and
f. Verify that the FSCS graphics are representative of the smoke control system equipment suppliers, sheet metal
systems and that all points and control elements are in the and piping subcontractors, environmental controls and
same location on the graphic as they are in the field. systems integrators, TAB contractor, and any other rele-
vant specialists.
7.2.9.4 Step-by-step instructions for tests specific to b. Cx Team meetings. Convene special Cx Team meetings
smoke control systems include, but are not limited to, the fol- as required to address the control system for smoke con-
lowing: trol and TAB activities.
a. Verify operation of systems and components under low, 1. Controls meeting. Convene a meeting to review the
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 example, fire and life safety, security, lighting), and 7.2.12 Conduct periodic site visits to verify fulfillment of
completion of smoke control system installation activ- the OPR.
ities. Attendees include the fire protection engineer, 7.2.12.1 Coordination of the timing of these system visits
CxP, mechanical design professional, Owner’s O&M should take into account construction progress. Site visits may
representative, general contractor and/or construction be triggered by specific milestones such as the following:
manager, mechanical contractor, control contractor,
TAB contractor, electrical contractor, and fire alarm a. Delivery of major pieces of equipment
contractor. The following items are to be addressed b. Completion of rough-in before walls are covered
during this meeting: c. Completion of above-ceiling equipment before ceilings
i. Review and discussion of controls issues prior to are installed
control programming and controls formal submit- 7.2.13 Test Execution
tal. This meeting should be held early during con-
7.2.13.1 Participants required for the test may include the
struction and may include the fire protection
following (in addition to the participants listed in ASHRAE
designer, fire alarm contractor, smoke control sys-
Guideline 0 1):
tem contractor, mechanical designer, CxP, controls
contractor, and Owner. Items that may be covered a. Smoke control system contractor
include system architecture, control drawing for- b. Fire alarm system contractor
mat and content, sequences of operation details c. BAS contractor
and logic, the control database, the point naming d. Sheet metal contractor
convention, alarms, graphic screens, locations of e. Mechanical piping contractor
critical sensors, and other coordination issues. f. Controls contractor
ii. Control package submittal content requirements g. TAB contractor
and scheduling, including products, sequence of h. Mechanical contractor
control, control logic diagram, and smoke control i. Electrical contractor
software. j. Other contractors and specialists with knowledge of spe-
iii. Ongoing point-to-point control system verifica- cific systems and equipment that interface with the smoke
tion requirements, as well as other information on control system
the construction checklists.
iv. Resolution procedures to be followed. 7.2.13.2 The functional performance testing process
v. Documentation submittal requirements and timing. should be completed for all equipment, systems, subsystems,
and system interfaces. Several similar pieces of equipment,
vi. Involvement in Cx test completion at end of the
systems, etc., may exist for a project. All should be tested for
project.
acceptance, and there should be a separate checklist for each
2. TAB meeting. Convene a meeting to review the to ensure that documentation specific to each is complete.
sequencing, coordination between the control system
7.2.13.3 Individual components of the smoke control sys-
for smoke control with other controls (for example,
tem should be tested for proper operation in response to auto-
other fire and life-safety equipment and controls, BAS,
matic and manual activation. These include dampers and their
security, emergency lighting, elevators), and comple-
actuators as well as other required components, such as local
tion of control system installation activities. Attendees
controllers and safety devices. All components should be
include the fire protection engineer, smoke control and
checked and adjusted as may be required for proper operation
fire alarm contractors, sprinkler system installer, CxP,
and the overall response time required.
mechanical design professional, Owner’s O&M repre-
sentative, general contractor and/or construction man- 7.2.13.4 All control devices should be adjusted and cali-
ager, mechanical contractor, control contractor, TAB brated. All control settings should be verified by comparing
contractor, and electrical contractor. The following actual input and output values to calculated values.
items are addressed during this meeting: 7.2.13.5 TAB work should be substantially complete with
i. Sequencing of events (equipment construction reports submitted prior to the Verification and Acceptance
checklist completion, control system construction Phase.
checklist completion, system start-up, TAB, TAB 7.2.13.6 Functional and performance testing will have to
verification, and Cx testing completion) consider sequences of testing, starting with components and
ii. TAB contractor test report forms and submission progressing toward complete systems.
procedures 7.2.13.7 Every mode of system operation; all system
iii. Review of Cx Process checklists, submission pro- equipment, components, and zones; and every item in the
cedures, and frequency control sequence description should be proven operational
iv. Identification, documentation, and resolution of under all normal operational modes, including part and full
issues identified by TAB contractor load, and under abnormal or emergency conditions. Special
v. Interface between contractors, including, but not attention should be given to possible conflicts among energy
limited to, smoke control, fire alarm, security, TAB, management systems, normal mode safeties, control priori-
controls, mechanical, electrical, and sprinkler ties, and similar requirements.

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 7.2.13.8 Each system should be operated through all adapted to the changing requirements of occupancy and use.
modes of system operation with all zone scenarios tested Additional information on specific activities related to smoke
(e.g., multiple alarms versus single alarms). Each system control systems is provided in this section and includes the
should also be observed by including all individual interlocks, following:
conditional control logic, all control sequences, and simula-
a. Facilitating the identification, troubleshooting, and resolu-
tion of any abnormal conditions for which there is a specified
tion of smoke control system issues throughout at least the
system or control response (e.g., multiple alarms, fan shut-
first year of occupancy, including the involvement of the
down, supply fan shutdown with inlet smoke detector).
proper contractor and/or design professional when required
7.2.13.9 Temporary upsets of systems, such as distribu- b. Verifying ongoing upkeep of project documentation in the
tion fault, control loss, set-point change, equilibrium upset, systems manual, especially the Owner’s Project Require-
and component failure, should be imposed at different operat- ments (OPR), Basis of Design (BoD), and record drawing
ing loads to determine if the system’s stability and recovery sections
time meet the OPR. c. Overseeing the completion of seasonal testing of smoke
7.2.14 Verify Training control systems during peak and swing seasons to verify
7.2.14.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1 for general require- fulfillment of the OPR
ments. Adjust training verification criteria to reflect smoke d. Participating in the documentation of lessons learned from
control system installation if necessary. This may include this project to improve the Owner’s smoke control sys-
review of the video recordings of the sessions as well as other tems on future projects
advanced documentation methods. This may also include e. Facilitating the updating of smoke control system preven-
building computerized documentation systems for O&M of tive maintenance schedules with suitable measurement
the smoke control system and components. This includes and verification documentation
staged recordings and manufacturers’ training materials.
8.2 Occupancy/Operations Phase Cx Process Activities
7.2.15 Construction Phase Cx Process Report
8.2.1 Occupancy/Operations Phase Cx Process Respon-
7.2.15.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.15, for sibilities
requirements.
8.2.1.1 During the Occupancy/Operations Phase, the key
7.2.16 Verify Systems Manuals Update Cx Team members include the Commissioning Provider (CxP)
7.2.16.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.16, for and the operations and maintenance (O&M) personnel. Others
requirements. that may be involved on the Cx Team on a periodic basis for
7.2.17 Verify Updates to BoD smoke control systems, in addition to those listed in ASHRAE
7.2.17.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.2.17, for Guideline 0 1, Section 8.2.1.2, include the mechanical contrac-
requirements. tor, HVAC&R controls contractor, fire alarm contractor, sys-
tems integrators, and any other specialists (e.g., laboratory
7.3 Construction Phase Acceptance Requirements subcontractor).
7.3.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.3, for require- 8.2.1.2 Responsibilities of the Cx Team are defined in
ments. ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Informative Annex F.
7.4 Construction Phase Documentation Requirements 8.2.1.3 A key focus during the Occupancy/Operations
7.4.1 See ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 7.4, for require- Phase is the ongoing verification of the smoke control related
ments. OPR, which typically includes maintenance and documenta-
7.4.2 In addition to items listed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, tion.
the following documentation should be provided: 8.2.2 Coordinate Contractor Callbacks
8.2.2.1 During the first year of occupancy, there may be
a. Shop drawings
issues identified related to the smoke control system and
b. As-built drawings
related OPR. Therefore, it is important that the Cx Team facil-
c. Equipment submittals
itates the identification and resolution of these issues to
d. Special tools and spare parts lists
address and document changes to the OPR and BoD and to
7.5 Construction Phase Training Requirements minimize the number of contractor callbacks.
7.5.1 See Section 7.2.14 for requirements. 8.2.3 Verify Seasonal Testing of Facility Systems and
Assemblies
8. OCCUPANCY/OPERATIONS PHASE 8.2.3.1 For smoke control systems, the OPR Cx tests for
8.1 Introduction. Commissioning (Cx) Process activities door-opening forces and pressures across barriers need to be
described in this section to be performed by the various mem- accomplished during the peak heating and peak cooling sea-
bers of the Cx Team during the Occupancy/Operations Phase sons.
are described in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 8. Trouble- 8.2.3.2 The Cx Team is responsible for working with the
shooting and resolution of the smoke control issues need to be O&M staff and Owner’s building manager to schedule these
completed during the first year of operation, and as the func- tests. It is recommended that the O&M staff conduct the tests
tion of the facilities change, smoke control systems need to be under the supervision of the Cx Team to provide them with

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hands-on testing experience that they can use periodically to b. Review the maintenance logs for systemic issues.
reverify smoke control system performance. The various con- c. Review warranty items. This should be an ongoing activ-
tractors should be invited to the testing, but their involvement ity for each site visit and must, at a minimum, involve a
is not required in their scope of work. separate site visit to review warranty issues at the ten-
8.2.3.3 Follow the guidance on OPR testing provided in month point of the warranties.
Section 7.2 of this guideline and in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, d. Review completion of O&M procedures and upkeep of
Section 7.2. the systems manual.
8.2.4 Verify Continual Training of O&M Personnel e. Review outstanding Cx Process issues.
8.2.4.1 The training program was initially planned during f. Discuss upcoming OPR Cx tests and additional opera-
the Design Phase (see Section 6.2.7) and created and imple- tional site visits.
mented during the Construction Phase (see Section 7.2.14). g. Create site visit report and document significant findings
During the Occupancy/Operations Phase, any remaining train- in the issues log.
ing, per the contract documents is completed and verified by 8.2.6.4 As part of the first-year site visits, it is also the Cx
the Cx Team. Examples of training typically accomplished Team’s role to facilitate integration of the Cx Process activi-
during the Occupancy/Operations Phase include the following: ties into ongoing O&M procedures. This includes the follow-
a. Ongoing training on systems manual upkeep ing key activities:
b. Periodic training on implementing the ongoing Cx Pro- a. Maintaining the OPR document to reflect changes in use
cess during smoke control system changes and operation of the facility
8.2.5 Verify Continual Updating of the Systems Manual b. Maintaining the BoD to reflect changes in smoke control
8.2.5.1 Responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and systems and components due to renovations or in response
relevancy of the systems manual is transferred from the con- to changes in the OPR
tractors to the O&M personnel at the start of the Occupancy/ c. Periodic (seasonal, annual, or biannual) evaluation of ful-
Operations Phase. fillment of the current OPR against previous benchmarks
by the use of appropriate tests
8.2.5.2 Maintaining and updating the systems manual is
d. Maintaining the systems manual to reflect changes in the
required for the life of the facility and includes the following:
OPR, BoD, and systems/assemblies
a. Inclusion of material as the result of completing the Cx e. Ongoing training of O&M personnel on current OPR and
Process activities in the Occupancy/Operations Phase BoD changes in smoke control systems and operation, and
b. Inclusion of updated maintenance procedures and sched- maintaining current record drawings
ules, ongoing operational record keeping, and benchmark-
ing results 8.2.7 Convene Lessons Learned Workshop
c. Modifying information if changes are made to the smoke 8.2.7.1 The attendees of this workshop should all be past
control systems, including updating the OPR and BoD Cx Team members.
d. Keeping the record documents current with changes in 8.2.7.2 The lessons learned workshop should be facili-
walls, equipment, systems, and assemblies tated by someone not directly involved with the project. This
avoids conflicts of interest and enables the Cx Team mem-
8.2.6 Conduct and Verify Periodic Performance Evalua-
bers, including the CxP, to provide their input through the
tions of Smoke Control Systems for OPR Fulfillment as
workshop process.
Required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
8.2.7.3 For smoke control systems, the following ques-
8.2.6.1 HVAC&R systems are dynamic and tend to
tions may be used to generate workshop discussion:
migrate from their as-installed conditions over time and are
affected by changes to the systems due to new occupant and a. What aspects of the project (smoke control systems) were
user requirements. These changes may impact the smoke con- successful?
trol system. Therefore, the Cx Team must be involved b. What aspects of the project (smoke control systems) were
throughout the first year of operation to help the O&M staff not successful?
and the Owner’s building manager fulfill the OPR on a con-
tinual basis. 8.2.8 Complete the Final Cx Process Report
8.2.6.2 The Cx Team needs to conduct periodic site visits 8.2.8.1 Requirements for the final Cx Process Report are
during the first year of operation to work with the O&M staff detailed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 8.2.5.
on all the activities detailed in this phase. 8.2.9 Facility Alterations
8.2.6.3 During these periodic operational site visits, the 8.2.9.1 Notify the facility operator, the AHJ, and the fire
Cx Team should do the following: department of planned alterations.
a. Meet with the Owner’s building manager and O&M staff 8.2.9.2 Evaluate the impact of planned alterations to the
to identify OPR issues. This is accomplished by reviewing facility on the smoke control system.
the OPR with them and having them identify areas of con- 8.2.9.3 Update project documentation, including com-
cern. mission reports, to reflect alterations.

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8.3 Occupancy/Operations Phase Acceptance Require- 9.3.6 Update the training requirements to reflect any
ments changes in the smoke control system.
8.3.1 The Occupancy/Operations Phase acceptance require- 9.4 Maintenance Program
ments are detailed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 8.3. 9.4.1 Regularly maintain and service smoke control sys-
8.4 Occupancy/Operations Phase Documentation Require- tems and equipment. Follow maintenance manuals and keep
ments accurate records of work done.
8.4.1 The Occupancy/Operations Phase documentation 9.4.2 Develop and maintain a standard method of recording
requirements are detailed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, Section 8.4.
a. maintenance and tests of the smoke control system,
8.5 Occupancy/Operations Phase Training Requirements b. incidents that cause its actuation,
8.5.1 The Cx Process training requirements for the Occu- c. discrepancies between predicted performance and actual
pancy/Operations Phase are detailed in ASHRAE Guideline 0 1, performance, and
Section 8.5. d. analyses of the tests of the smoke control system and its
operation.
9. POSTACCEPTANCE PHASE
9.1 Introduction. Postacceptance commissioning (Cx) 9.4.3 Correct discrepancies between predicted performance
ensures effective, ongoing functioning of a facility’s smoke and actual performance.
control system. As the use and functions of facilities change, 9.4.4 Maintain an issues log of deficiencies and associated
smoke control systems need to be adapted to changes in resolutions.
building use. It is necessary to maintain a history of the facil- 9.4.5 Periodic Testing
ity, recording changes and verifying the effect on the previ- 9.4.5.1 Retest the smoke control system periodically to
ously commissioned system. measure the actual performance. Checklists used in the
9.2 Postacceptance Cx Procedure—Documentation Acceptance Phase should be used as a guide for retesting.
9.2.1 As-built drawings must be reviewed and updated to 9.4.5.2 Discrepancies between the results obtained during
reflect modifications made to any part of the facility or smoke acceptance testing and actual system performance should be
control system. investigated and corrected.
9.2.2 Any change in use or installed equipment, relocation 9.4.5.3 Local codes may determine the frequency required
of walls, etc., should be carefully monitored and documented. for testing. Where conflicts exist, consult the AHJ for determi-
9.2.3 Maintenance procedures should be established for nation.
periodically verifying the detection system and ensuring that
the smoke control system is still operating as designed. 10. REFERENCES AND BIBLIOGRAPHY

9.3 Facility Alterations 1. ASHRAE. 2013. ASHRAE Guideline 0, The Commis-

sioning Process. Atlanta: ASHRAE.
9.3.1 Notify the facility operator, the authority having juris-
2. ASHRAE. 2013. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 202, The
diction (AHJ), and the fire department of planned alterations.
Commissioning Process for Buildings and Systems.
9.3.2 Evaluate the impact of planned alterations to the Atlanta: ASHRAE.
facility on the smoke control system.
3. NFPA. 2012. NFPA 92: Standard for Smoke Control Sys-
9.3.3 Any changes made after Cx should be approved by a tems. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Associa-
design professional and the Owner and should be reinspected tion.
and/or retested as determined by the Commissioning Provider 4. ASHRAE. 2007. ASHRAE Guideline 1.1, HVAC&R
(CxP). Technical Requirements for The Commissioning Pro-
9.3.4 Update project documentation, including Cx reports, cess. Atlanta: ASHRAE.
to reflect alterations. 5. ASHRAE. 2001. ASHRAE Guideline 5-1994 (RA 2001),
9.3.5 Update the systems manuals to reflect any changes in Commissioning Smoke Management Systems. Atlanta:
systems. ASHRAE.

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INDEX TO ANNEXES supporting technical guidelines. The text of Annex H in
Annex A—Guide for Developing Supplementary ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 is informative and expands on the
Technical Guidelines for the Commissioning Process information in Guideline 0, Annex H, with respect to smoke
control Cx activities.
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0 1. Annex A is normative in
Guideline 0 but is not applicable to ASHRAE Guideline 1.5. Annex I—Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR)
The purpose of Annex A is to provide the recommended for- Workshop Guidance
mat and content for the total building Commissioning (Cx)
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
Process supporting technical guidelines. Annex A in Guide-
tal information required for smoke control.
line 0 includes a uniform sequence of annexes for all support-
ing and technical Cx Process guidelines. Annex J—Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR)
In Guideline 1.5, where a specific annex topic does not
require additional information, it is left blank and noted as This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
applicable to the guideline, as not applicable to the guideline, tal information required for smoke control.
or that additional information is not required.
Annex K—Basis of Design (BoD)
Annex B—Commissioning (Cx) Process Flowchart This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. Annex B is an informative tal information required for smoke control.
annex to Guideline 0, and additional information is not
required for ASHRAE Guideline 1.5. Annex L—Specifications
The purpose of Annex B in Guideline 0 is to provide an This annex is included in ASHRAE Guideline 1.5. It is infor-
illustration of the general flow of the Cx Process. mative and includes sample template text that may be
included in the relevant electrical and/or mechanical specifi-
Annex C—Cost and Benefits of the Commissioning cation divisions regarding test specifications for smoke con-
(Cx) Process trol equipment.
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. Annex C is an informative
annex to Guideline 0 and is also applicable to this guideline. Annex M—Construction Checklists
The purpose of Annex C is to provide a context for the appli- This annex is included in ASHRAE Guideline 1.5. It is infor-
cation of the Cx Process. mative and includes example checklists that may be used to
verify that activities relevant to smoke control have been com-
Annex D—Commissioning (Cx) Process Documen- pleted during different phases of the project.
tation Matrix
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. Annex D is an informative Annex N—Quality-Based Sampling Examples
annex to Guideline 0 and is also applicable to this guideline. This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
The purpose of Annex D is to provide a summation of docu- tal information required for smoke control.
mentation requirements for the Cx Process.
Annex O—Systems Manual
Annex E—Commissioning (Cx) Process Request for
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
Qualifications
tal information required for smoke control.
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. Annex E is an informative
annex to Guideline 0 and is also applicable to this guideline. Annex P—Training Manual and Training Needs
The purpose of Annex E is to provide an overview of a sam- This annex is included in ASHRAE Guideline 1.5. It is infor-
ple request for qualifications for Cx Process services. mative and provides information on training requirements for
smoke control systems and assemblies.
Annex F—Roles and Responsibilities
Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. Annex F is an informative Annex Q—Publications, Articles, References,
annex to Guideline 0 and is also applicable to this guideline. Codes, Regulations, and Standards
The purpose of Annex F is to provide an overview of the vari- This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
ous participants to the Cx Process. tal information required for smoke control.
Annex G—Commissioning (Cx) Plan Annex R—Integration Requirements
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen- This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control. tal information required for smoke control.

Annex H—Acceptance Plan Annex S—Interference and Coordination with Other

Refer to ASHRAE Guideline 0. This is an informative annex Systems and Assemblies
to Guideline 0. The purpose of Annex H is to provide the rec- This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
ommended format and content for total building Cx Process tal information required for smoke control.

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Annex T—Communications: What, When, and Who Annex W—Design Phase Commissioning (Cx) Pro-
cess Specific Needs
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control. This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control.
Annex U—Test Procedures and Data Forms Annex X—Construction Phase Commissioning (Cx)
Process Specific Needs
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control. This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control.
Annex V—Predesign Phase Commissioning (Cx) Annex Y—Occupancy/Operations Phase Commis-
Process Specific Needs sioning (Cx) Process Specific Needs
This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen- This annex is intentionally left blank. There is no supplemen-
tal information required for smoke control. tal information required for smoke control.

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(This annex is not part of this guideline. It is merely infor- tional testing of each component must be performed prior to
mative and does not contain requirements necessary for acceptance testing.
conformance to the guideline.) It is important that the acceptance testing criteria be dis-
cussed and clearly understood during the design of the sys-
INFORMATIVE ANNEX H
tems. It is the intent of acceptance testing to demonstrate that
ACCEPTANCE PLAN
the system is complete and functional and meets the design
It is important to work with the authority having jurisdiction objectives. The criteria should have objectives that are mea-
(AHJ) and the property’s insurance carrier to ensure that the surable, repeatable, and nondestructive in nature.
acceptance testing of smoke control systems is performed in a
Identify interested parties and when they are to be on site
manner that satisfies their requirements. These will vary with
for testing. For example, the airflow testing, adjusting, and
jurisdiction and with a property’s occupancy. Smoke control
balancing (TAB) test readings should be documented and
systems are life-safety systems and, as such, should be tested
reviewed as part of the operational testing of the components.
as subsystems and in whole.
Some AHJs will require test records be submitted for their
Identify all of the subsystems of the overall system, such
record prior to scheduling acceptance testing. Likewise, the
as the following example subsystems:
operational testing of the fire alarm system may include the
• Stairway pressurization fire and electrical AHJ but not the building and mechanical
• Zoned smoke control AHJ. The installing contractor should have conducted various
• Elevator hoistway and lobby pressurization levels of testing prior to requesting observation by the
Owner’s representatives or AHJs. The property’s insurance
• Smoke refuge (a specific type of zoned smoke control)
carrier may have agents that need to witness portions of oper-
• Atria and large spaces (a specific type of smoke control) ational or acceptance testing.
• Fire alarm
NFPA 92: Standard for Smoke Control Systems 3 pro-
• Emergency and normal power distribution
vides acceptance testing procedures for these systems.
• Elevator recall
It should also be noted to the property Owner that when-
• Building automation/temperature control
ever parts of the system are modified or replaced, operational
Identify the specific testing parameters and when they and acceptance testing should be performed. For some of
are going to be recorded. For example, acceptance testing these systems, those modifications could be architectural
should never be the first time a component is tested. Opera- (such as moving walls or adding doors).

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(This annex is not part of this guideline. It is merely infor- For spaces served by variable-air-volume supply and
mative and does not contain requirements necessary for exhaust systems, measure space pressurization at indicated
conformance to the guideline.) airflow and minimum airflow conditions.
In spaces that employ multiple modes of operation, such
INFORMATIVE ANNEX L as normal mode and emergency mode or occupied mode and
SPECIFICATIONS unoccupied mode, measure, adjust, and record data for each
This annex provides an example of how to implement parts of operating mode.
ASHRAE Guidelines 0 and 1.5. It is not intended to be a com- Record indicated conditions and corresponding initial
prehensive representation or a best-practice example. Practi- and final measurements. Report deficiencies.
tioners applying the Commissioning (Cx) Process should
L2. PROCEDURES FOR STAIR TOWER
carefully follow Guidelines 0 and 1.5 as well as other applica-
PRESSURIZATION SYSTEM MEASUREMENTS AND
ble Cx technical guidelines tailored to their specific projects.
ADJUSTMENTS
The following test requirements, or similar requirements,
should be included in the test requirements section of the rele- A. Before testing, observe the stair tower to verify that con-
vant electrical, mechanical, and other specification division, struction is complete. Verify the following:
depending on which system is performing the smoke control 1. Walls and ceiling are free of unintended openings and
function. are capable of achieving a pressure boundary.
2. Firestopping and sealants are installed.
L1. PROCEDURES FOR SPACE PRESSURIZATION 3. Doors, door closers, and door gaskets are installed and
MEASUREMENTS AND ADJUSTMENTS adjusted.
Before testing for space pressurization, observe the space to 4. If applicable, window installation is complete.
verify the integrity of the space boundaries. Verify that win- B. Measure and record wind speed and direction, outdoor air
dows and doors are closed and that applicable firestopping, temperature, and relative humidity on each test day.
gaskets, and sealants are installed. Report deficiencies, and C. Test each stair tower as a single system. If multiple fans
postpone testing until after the reported deficiencies are cor- serve a single stair tower, operate the fans together.
rected. D. Balance the airflows in the stair tower as described below.
Measure, adjust, and record the pressurization of each 1. Open the doors indicated to be open, and activate the
room, each zone, and each building by adjusting the supply, stair tower pressurization fans. Measure, adjust, and
return, and exhaust airflows to achieve the indicated conditions. record the airflow of each
Measure space pressure differential where pressure is i. stair tower fan and
used as the design criteria, and measure airflow differential ii. air outlet supplying the stair tower.
where differential airflow is used as the design criteria for 2. For ducted systems, measure the fan airflow by duct
space pressurization. pitot tube traverse.
Measure and record the pressure difference between the E. After air balancing is complete, perform stair tower pres-
intended spaces at the door with all doors in the space closed. surization tests.
Record the high-pressure side, low-pressure side, and pres- 1. Establish a consistent procedure for recording data
sure difference between each adjacent space. throughout the entire test. Set the stair tower side of
For applications with cascading levels of space pressur- the doors as the reference point and the floor side of
ization, begin in the most critical space and work to the least the doors with positive pressure when higher than the
critical space. stair tower and negative pressure when lower than the
Test room pressurization first, then zones, and finish with stair tower.
building pressurization. 2. With the HVAC systems operating in their normal
To achieve indicated pressurization, set the supply air- mode of operation and the stair tower pressurization
flow to the indicated conditions and adjust the exhaust and systems OFF, measure and record the following:
return airflows to achieve the indicated pressure or airflow i. Pressure difference across each stair tower door
difference. with all doors in the stairwell closed
For spaces with pressurization being monitored and con- ii. Force necessary to open each door, using a spring
trolled automatically, observe and adjust the controls to scale
achieve the desired set point. 3. With the HVAC systems operating and the stair tower
Compare the values of the measurements taken to the pressurization system activated, perform the following:
measured values of the control system instruments and report i. Place building HVAC systems in their normal
findings. operating mode, including equipment not used to
Check the repeatability of the controls by successive tests implement smoke control, such as air-handling
designed to temporarily alter the ability to achieve space pres- units, toilet exhaust fans, fan-coil units, and similar
surization. Test overpressurization and underpressurization, equipment.
and observe and report on the system’s ability to revert to the ii. Measure and record the pressure difference across
set point. each stair tower door with all doors in the stair

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 tower closed. Adjust the stair tower pressure relief C. Measure, adjust, and record the airflow of each smoke
to prevent overpressurization. control system with all fans that are a part of the system
iii. Use a spring scale to measure and record the force operating as intended by the design.
needed to open the door closest to the fan. With the D. Measure, adjust, and record the airflow of each fan. For
initial door held in the open position, measure and ducted systems, measure the fan airflow by duct pitot tube
record the pressure difference across each remain- traverse.
ing closed stair tower door. E. After air balancing is complete, perform the following
iv. Open additional doors (up to the number indicated) pressurization testing for each smoke control zone in the
one at a time, and measure and record the pressure system:
difference across each remaining closed stair tower 1. Verify the boundaries of each smoke control zone.
door after the opening of each additional door. 2. With the HVAC systems in their normal mode of oper-
v. Open the doors indicated to be open, and measure ation and smoke control not operating, measure and
and record the direction and velocity through each record the pressure difference across each smoke con-
of the open doors by a traverse of every 1 ft2 trol zone. Make measurements after closing doors that
(0.093 m2) grid of door opening. separate the zones. Make one measurement across
vi. Calculate the average of the door velocity mea- each door. Clearly indicate the high- and low-pressure
surements. Compare the average velocity to the sides of each door.
contract documents and governing code require- 3. With the system operating in the smoke control mode
ments. and with each zone in the smoke control system acti-
4. Repeat the pressurization tests with the smoke control vated, perform the following:
systems and the HVAC systems operating. i. Measure and record the pressure difference across
each door that separates the smoke zone from adja-
5. The criteria for acceptance are included in
cent zones. Make measurements with doors that
i. the OPR requirements and separate the smoke zone from the other zones
ii. code requirements. closed. Clearly indicate the high- and low-pressure
F. Perform operational tests as described below. sides of the door. Doors that have a tendency to
1. Check the proper activation of the stair tower pressur- open slightly due to the pressure difference should
ization systems in response to all means of activation, have one pressure measurement made while held
both automatic and manual. closed and another measurement made with the
door open.
2. Verify that each initiating occurrence produces the
ii. Continue to activate each separate zoned smoke
proper system response under each of the following
control system, and make pressure difference mea-
modes of operation:
surements.
i. Normal
iii. After testing a smoke zone’s smoke control sys-
ii. Alarm tem, deactivate the HVAC systems involved and
iii. Manual override of normal mode and alarm return them to their normal operating mode before
iv. Return to normal activating another zone’s smoke control system.
3. Verify that the smoke detector at the stair pressuriza- iv. Verify that controls necessary to prevent excessive
tion fan inlet deenergizes the fan and closes the pressure differences are functional.
damper at the fan. F. Perform operational tests as described below.
4. If standby power is provided for stair pressurization 1. Check the proper activation of each zoned smoke con-
systems, test to verify that the stair pressurization sys- trol system in response to all means of activation, both
tems operate while on both normal and standby power. automatic and manual.
5. Conduct additional tests required by AHJs. 2. Check automatic activation in response to fire alarm
signals received from the building’s fire alarm and
G. Prepare a complete report of observations, measurements,
detection system. Initiate a separate alarm for each
and deficiencies.
means of activation to ensure that the proper operation
of the correct zoned smoke control system occurs.
L3. PROCEDURES FOR
SMOKE CONTROL SYSTEM TESTING 3. Check and record the proper operation of fans, damp-
ers, and related equipment as outlined below for each
A. Before testing smoke control systems, verify that con- separate zone of the smoke control system.
struction is complete, and verify the integrity of each i. Fire zone in which a smoke control system auto-
smoke control zone boundary. Verify that windows and matically activates.
doors are closed and that applicable safing, gaskets, and ii. Type of signal that activates a smoke control sys-
sealants are installed. Report deficiencies, and postpone tem, such as sprinkler water flow or smoke detector.
testing until after the reported deficiencies are corrected. iii. Negative-pressure smoke zones where maximum
B. Measure and record wind speed and direction, outdoor air mechanical exhaust to the outside is implemented
temperature, and relative humidity on each test day. and no supply air is provided.

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 iv. Positive-pressure smoke control zones where max- ix. Auxiliary functions to achieve the smoke control
imum air supply is implemented and no exhaust to system configuration, such as changes or override
the outside is provided. of normal operating pressure and temperature con-
v. Fans ON as required to implement the smoke con- trol set points.
trol system. Multiple or variable-speed fans should x. If standby power is provided for the smoke control
be further noted as “MAX. VOLUME” to verify that system, test to verify that the system functions while
the intended control configuration is achieved. operating under both normal and standby power.
vi. Fans off as required to implement the smoke con-
trol system. G. Conduct additional tests required by AHJs. Unless
vii. Dampers open where maximum airflow must be required by AHJs, perform testing without the use of
achieved. smoke or products that simulate smoke.
viii.Dampers closed where no airflow should take H. Prepare a complete report of observations, measurements,
place. and deficiencies.

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(This annex is not part of this guideline. It is merely infor- project delivery that can be used as guidance for the Cx prac-
mative and does not contain requirements necessary for titioners applying the Cx Process.
conformance to the guideline.) Following is a listing by topic of the example checklists
provided in this annex. These checklists follow the checklist
INFORMATIVE ANNEX M format of ASHRAE Guideline 1.1, HVAC&R Technical
EXAMPLE CHECKLISTS Requirements for The Commissioning Process 4, Informative
This annex provides an example of how to implement parts of Annex M, but only items relevant to smoke control are
ASHRAE Guidelines 0 and 1.5. It is not intended to be a included here.
comprehensive representation or a best-practice example.
Practitioners applying the Commissioning (Cx) Process Index of Example Checklists
should carefully follow Guidelines 0 and 1.5 as well as other 1. Predesign Checklist: Mechanical Second Review
applicable Cx technical guidelines tailored to their specific
2. Design Checklist for the Mechanical Engineer’s First
projects.
Design Submittal
This annex provides examples of checklists for the
smoke control project requirements during the Predesign, 3. Exhaust Fan: EF-1
Design, Construction, and Occupancy/Operations Phases of 4. Fire/Smoke Damper: FSD-1

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1. Predesign Checklist: Mechanical Second Review (as part of the architect’s second review submittal)
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 Example Checklist

Step 1: Circle Yes or No and fill in with requested information.

Step 2: Explain all “No” responses at the bottom of the checklist.

Location of Information in the

Item Task Description Programming Document Complete?

1 Owner’s Project Requirements

A Key Owner’s Project Requirements

1 Project documentation requirements Yes No

2 Owner directives Yes No

3 Sustainability Yes No

4 Do the general requirements match the original OPR? If not, has the OPR been
Yes No
revised? Justification document.

5 Has information been provided to the Commissioning Team to update the

Yes No
Commissioning Plan? What is the current revision number?

B Owner’ Objectives

1 Are the final control plan, results of control workshop, and interoperability
Yes No
report included with this review?

2 System accessibility and maintainability Yes No

3 Allowable tolerance in facility system operations Yes No

4 Energy efficiency goals Yes No

5 Environmental and sustainability goals Yes No

C Owner’s General Needs

1 Adaptability for future changes without changing HVAC system and within
Yes No
initial budget

2 Mechanical rooms space and location coordinated with shops Yes No

3 Electrical/communications Yes No

4 Benchmark for smoke control systems established Yes No

5 Constructability defined Yes No

“No” Responses

Item Date Reason for “No” Response

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2. Design Checklist for the Mechanical Engineer’s First Design Submittal
(as part of the architect’s second review submittal)
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 Example Checklist

Step 1: Circle Yes or No and fill in with requested information.

Step 2: Explain all “No” responses at the bottom of the checklist.

Location of Information in the

Item Task Description Programming Document Complete?

1 Owner’s Project Requirements

A Key Owner’s Project Requirements

1 Commissioning Plan updated; provide date and enclose with this submittal Yes No

2 Basis of Design for controls completed Yes No

3 Basis of Design for accessibility completed Yes No

4 Sustainability and LEED issues coordination addressed Yes No

5 Do the general smoke control requirements match the current OPR? Has
Yes No
justification been documented and approved by Owner’s project manager?

6 Control format, BACnet® requirements complete and documented Yes No

B Owner’s Objectives

1 Preliminary mechanical room layout complete Yes No

2 Single line diagrams developed for controls and smoke systems Yes No

3 Report on safety factors and tolerance for facility system operations Yes No

4 Environmental and sustainability initial design complete Yes No

C General Owner’s Needs

1 Are current smoke control system and building control system budgets
Yes No
enclosed and within the initial budget?

2 Mechanical rooms space and location coordinated with shops Yes No

3 Has electrical, plumbing, lighting, and communications coordination been

Yes No
completed?

4 Does the initial design meet all benchmarks established for smoke control
Yes No
systems? Document?

5 Constructability and maintainability analysis completed Yes No

6 Control system is UL-listed for smoke control Yes No

“No” Responses

Item Date Reason for “No” Response

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3. Exhaust Fan: EF-1
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 Example Checklist

Step 1: Circle Yes or No and fill in with requested information.

Step 2: Explain all “No” responses at the bottom of the checklist.

Item Task Description Response

1 Delivery Book

A Model Verification Submitted Delivered

1 Manufacturer

2 Model

3 Serial number N/A

4 Fan type

5 Capacity/static pressure (cfm/in. of water) / /

6 Motor power/speed (hp/rpm) / /

7 Motor voltage/phase/frequency (V/—/ Hz) / / / /

B Physical Checks

1 Unit free from physical damage Yes No

2 Air openings are sealed with plastic Yes No

3 All components present (belt guard, motor, damper, spring isolators, etc.) Yes No

4 Installation and start-up manual provided Yes No

5 Unit tags affixed Yes No

2 Construction Checklist

A Installation of Exhaust Fan

1 Unit secured as required by manufacturer and specifications Yes No

2 Adequate clearance around unit for service Yes No

3 All components accessible for maintenance Yes No

4 Unit can be removed from building Yes No

5 Shipping bolts have been removed (if applicable) Yes No

6 Belts are tight (if applicable) Yes No

7 Isolation damper installed and moves freely Yes No

8 Protective shrouds for fan and belts in place and secure Yes No

9 Unit labeled and is easy to see Yes No

B Ductwork

1 Adequate locations available for testing and balancing unit Yes No

2 All dampers and sensors are accessible (access panels) Yes No

3 All dampers close tightly and stroke fully and easily Yes No

4 Ductwork is clean and free of debris Yes No

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3. Exhaust Fan: EF-1 (Continued)
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 Example Checklist

Item Task Description Response

C Electrical

1 Safety disconnect installed in an accessible location Yes No

2 Motor rotation is in correct direction Yes No

3 All electrical connections are tight Yes No

4 All electrical components are grounded Yes No

D Controls—Installation

1 Control panel accessible and labeled properly Yes No

2 Dampers actuators installed and calibration verified Yes No

3 Safety items installed and verified (high pressure, motor overload, etc.) Yes No

E Mechanical—Start-Up

1 Unit is clean Yes No

2 Internal isolators free to move Yes No

3 Fan and motor lubricated and aligned Yes No

4 Fan belts have proper tension and are in good condition (if applicable) Yes No

5 System starts and runs without any unusual noise or vibration Yes No

6 Manufacturer’s start-up checklist completed and attached Yes No

F Controls—Start-Up

1 Remote start/stop from central system verified Yes No

2 Sequence of control correct (e.g., interlock) in smoke modes Yes No

G TAB

1 Airflow, design/actual (cfm) in smoke modes / /

2 Pressure drop, design/actual (in. of water) / /

3 Fan rotation is in the proper direction Yes No

4 Motor overloads verified Yes No

5 Motor voltage and amps verified—each phase Yes No

“No” Responses

Item Date Reason for “No” Response

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4. Fire/Smoke Damper: FSD-1
ASHRAE Guideline 1.5 Example Checklist

Step 1: Circle Yes or No and fill in with requested information.

Step 2: Explain all “No” responses at the bottom of the checklist.

Item Task Description Response

1 Delivery Book

A Model Verification Submitted Delivered

1 Manufacturer

2 Model

3 Style

4 Width (in.)

5 Height (in.)

6 Orientation

B Physical Checks

1 Unit free from physical damage Yes No

2 All components/accessories present Yes No

3 Installation manual provided Yes No

4 Access to damper and fusible link for replacement and testing Yes No

2 Construction Checklist

A Installation of Fire Damper

1 Unit secured as required by manufacturer and specifications Yes No

2 Adequate clearance around unit for maintenance Yes No

3 Unit mounted in correct orientation Yes No

B Smoke Dampers Controls—Start-Up

1 Damper opens and closes freely Yes No

2 Sequence of control correct in smoke modes Yes No

“No” Responses

Item Date Reason for “No” Response

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(This annex is not part of this guideline. It is merely infor- • Clear understanding of the OPR for training materials,
mative and does not contain requirements necessary for training sessions (schedule), and trained personnel neces-
conformance to the guideline.) sary prior to and after occupancy by the Owner

INFORMATIVE ANNEX P Training responsibilities and the position or person

TRAINING MANUAL AND TRAINING NEEDS assigned these responsibilities must be clearly defined in the
OPR and reviewed before moving into the Design Phase. This
This annex provides information on training requirements for is of extreme importance when essential equipment or sys-
smoke control systems and assemblies. Practitioners applying tems are provided by the Owner.
the Commissioning (Cx) Process should carefully follow The smoke control system design needs to satisfy the
ASHRAE Guidelines 0 and 1.5 as well as other applicable Cx operating personnel for the following OPR topic areas,
technical guidelines tailored to their specific projects. including consideration of training required to achieve the
benefits of designs related to each requirement:
Predesign Phase
Training requirements and implementation begin at project • Reparability
conception and are part of the Owner’s Project Requirements • Interchangeability
(OPR). At the implementation stage, the Owner needs to • Accessibility
address the source of operating personnel, in-house or out- • Replaceability
sourced labor and services, and the level of responsibility
• Maintainability
assigned to the facilities/project manager for the site. OPR for
extended warranty and service agreements with the contractor • Extendability
or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) need to be • Adaptability
addressed at the time of project inception. • Life-cycle replacement sequence
In the implementation stage, beginning with assigned • Cost analysis of component servicing and maintenance
individual roles and responsibilities, the OPR for training is cycles
considered in a manner similar to choosing any of the varied
• Complexity of the OEM and systems in day-to-day opera-
systems, components, and assemblies that establish the level
tion
of quality and performance expectations expressed by the
Owner in the OPR. Controls at the system and component levels are essential
The criteria used to determine the minimum level of for all smoke control systems and equipment. There must be
acceptance required by the training OPR will guide the devel- special effort directed at the training requirements as the
opment and coordination of the training of personnel who are design develops.
assigned responsibilities for maintaining the smoke control As a minimum, the OPR should define the responsibili-
systems’ performance in the OPR. During the Predesign ties and training necessary for in-house and outsourced con-
Phase, the initial training agenda needs to be developed to a tractors (service plan) of site smoke control systems. Training
level that reflects the training required to meet the OPR. This issues to be addressed in the OPR include the following:
provides the initial guidance to the design team. It includes
the following: • In-house engineering, operations, and maintenance
(EOM) requirements
• Established development requirements for the training • Service plans and warranty requirements
plan
• Procedures for maintaining record documents and service
• Identified essential components or systems requiring for- records of smoke control systems
mal training and the estimated time designated for train-
• Training and certification requirements for in-house and
ing in hours (unit cost)
service contractor personnel
• Skill level requirements for operating staff meeting the
• Written training matrix
OPR levels of performance
• Checklist of training requirements necessary to maintain Design Phase
warranty conditions and service life
During the Design Phase, the design professional will define
• Requirements for acceptable organization and implemen- the training requirements and implementation schedule for
tation of the OEM training requirements prior to occu- the project. Sometimes specific training is required for each
pancy installing contractor, the in-house maintenance staff, and out-
• Clear identification of training requirements of contrac- sourced service personnel. The performance of training ser-
tor’s work force for equipment maintaining the interior vices is verified both as part of the submittal review process
environment during the Construction Phase and as the training sessions occur. Additional training
• Training methods that meet the OPR, including incorpo- requirements will continue to evolve during the Design and
rating OEM training with service bulletins, recalls, and Construction Phases of the project. It is recommended that
implementation of changes in operating procedures as Needs Development workshops or sessions be conducted
facility systems and components age and degrade in per- during design and construction. Needs should be defined in
formance levels the specifications. Special note should be given to the train-

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ing and service requirements for equipment and systems not Fire department officers should be on site periodically
provided by the project contractor. These usually comprise during the Construction Phase, particularly during start-up of
Owner-provided equipment or systems that fall outside the equipment, TAB, and the entire functional performance test-
project submittal review. In some cases, there may be two or ing process.
more construction projects with separate contractors or in- The design team should provide an initial training ses-
house construction, which will require coordination to pre- sion on the OPR and Basis of Design (BoD), including sys-
vent duplicate training and to ensure acceptable scheduling tem limitations, during the construction period and prior to
of trainers and trainees. training of the Owner’s EOM personnel and users. This is
Training on spare parts availability and service response especially important for smoke control systems.
times should be clearly defined by the design professional and The CxP should hold a training development workshop
verified in the submittal process. with the EOM personnel (including any service contractors)
During the Design Phase, the design professional should to establish training requirements several months before the
clearly define all special requirements for storage of equip- final training sessions are scheduled and the scope of sessions
ment or systems prior to installation. Training necessary to are determined. This may require an increase or decrease in
maintain the equipment prior to Owner acceptance is identi- actual training requirements as compared to the requirements
fied and monitored by proper application of the contractor’s included in the contract documents. This is frequently related
quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) program. Special to the final equipment, components, and smoke control sys-
training of contractor personnel handling equipment with spe- tems selected by the Owner, design team, and contractor.
cial requirements should be monitored by the Commissioning Systems manuals need to be complete before the
Provider (CxP) to verify contractor competence. The contrac- Owner’s personnel are provided training; the manuals should
tor shall demonstrate that the building systems meet the OPR be used in the training sessions.
during all periods in which the smoke control equipment and Training on the use of the systems manual should be a
systems are operated during construction and warranty. combined training effort of the design team, Cx Team, and
Equipment must be maintained to prevent any degradation contractor.
prior to turnover to the Owner for operations.
The CxP should review the contractor’s schedule of all
Contractor Special Training, Licensing, and Certifi- smoke control related training. Resources and time for smoke
cation (Construction Phase) control training can place great demands on the contractor
and the EOM and service firm personnel at the end of the
After the notice to proceed, the contractor is required to pro- construction period. Smoke control systems are especially
vide initial submittals in the stated period of time. One of the impacted because of the high level of training required. Early
initial submittals usually required is the contractor’s QA/ QC training must be scheduled for project success. The CxP must
program. This program outlines the methods used by the con- document that training meets the OPR and that trainees
tractor to ensure that their personnel have the proper training, exhibit the required level of competence as a result of the
licensing, and certifications to perform assigned tasks. In training.
addition, the criteria necessary for maintaining the project- The contractor is responsible for start up, TAB, the sys-
specific OPR should be identified in the contractor’s QA/QC tems manual, and training for all systems and equipment prior
program. On a frequent basis, the CxP should verify and note to their functional testing or measurement and verification.
compliance by the contractor with training, licensing, and The Cx Team must verify through assembled documentation
certification requirements or activities and other quality that the contractor’s personnel are trained and competent to
checks identified in the contractor’s QA/QC program or that perform these activities.
are required by the contract.
Testing and verification demonstrating compliance of
Certification training for procedures in the use of unique systems and equipment with the OPR should be witnessed by
equipment or assemblies may be required at locations other the Owner’s O&M staff as part of the contractor’s training
than the actual job site. In such cases, the design professional plan. The CxP facilitates the monitoring of functional and Cx
may require verification of current and up-to-date certification tests by designated Owner personnel performed as part of the
and valid accreditation documents for the organization or indi- general contractor’s acceptance plan. The benefits to the
vidual issuing the certification. The task of the CxP in verify- Owner in monitoring these tests are lessons learned and cor-
ing proper training for certification is to randomly check the rective review of O&M procedures prior to substantial com-
documentation necessary to demonstrate compliance with the pletion and operation of the systems by the Owner. Using the
OPR. The requirement for ensuring that the proper documen- information developed in this start-up phase, the Owner and
tation is valid belongs to either the design team or the Owner’s the CxP should evaluate the abilities of in-house personnel to
project or construction manager. perform the O&M procedures necessary for successful opera-
tion of various systems and prevent future warranty issues. A
Construction Phase Training
value analysis of OEM service programs and maintenance by
The building operator should be on site periodically during the CxP during this period is useful information for the
the Construction Phase, particularly during start-up of equip- Owner’s consideration. Documentation gathered by the CxP
ment, testing and balancing (TAB), and the entire functional during this monitoring phase is useful to the training program
performance testing process. and in the Acceptance Phase.

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 The initial training is at a level to ensure that the Owner’s ship in this phase will coordinate the training requirements to
O&M personnel are competent in the proper operation of the implement and optimize the performance of the following:
systems and equipment during occupancy. The training prior
• Existing service and outsourcing of service plans and pro-
to final acceptance takes place after the facility has been
grams
occupied during the warranty period, between substantial
completion and final acceptance. This allows for training in • Organization and training of O&M staff
seasonal operation and site-specific issues to be addressed in • Qualification of training requirements of staff positions
the training program. Using a two-step training program, the • Warranty/guaranty implementation and enforcement
CxP will facilitate the coordination of site-specific issues, • Service call-up or call-back tracking and evaluation
including the following: • Systems and equipment performance in
• Warranty/guaranty • measurement
• Service call-up or call-back • verification
• Systems and equipment performance • analysis (benchmarking and life-cycle)
• Seasonal transition of equipment • optimization
• Spare parts inventory • recommissioning cycle
• Equipment or systems service bulletins • Seasonal transition of equipment and tracking impact of
• Life-cycle analysis weather cycles and systems performance
• Modified preventative and predictive maintenance proce- • Spare parts inventory and response times for service
dures • Equipment or systems service bulletins and training
updating
Construction Phase Close Out • Life-cycle and maintenance budget planning
The validation of operating equipment at turnover must • Modification of preventative and predictive maintenance
include documentation that the contractor personnel were procedures to meet site-specific conditions
properly trained in both operation and maintenance of the
system and that the equipment maintenance schedule was The CxP can be of great benefit to the building manager
maintained during the period of contractor operation. Lessons in the initial organization of construction documents, provid-
learned and information gathered on the operation of the sys- ing a method to keep training up to date with the cycle of
tems during start-up and operations are valuable to the Owner changes in equipment and use of the building throughout the
and must be included in the turnover training of the Owner’s life cycle.
operating staff and coordinated by the CxP before the Owner
Summary
assumes these responsibilities.
The processes of training and systems optimization will
Occupancy/Operations Phase remain a responsibility of the chief engineer and facility/
Training of operators and fire department personnel should building manager for the life of the facility. To ensure the con-
provide a complete overview of all equipment, components, tinuing need for training and understanding of systems O&M,
and systems with an emphasis on a paper trail of the learning process is essential to the continu-
ing success of site operations. The CxP plays an essential part
• documentation in the final O&M and systems manuals, in starting this process, and with continuing Cx efforts, pro-
• how to use the O&M and systems manuals, vides the guidelines to optimize the training process through-
• system operational procedures for all modes of operation, out the life of the building. The documentation of the training
process coordinates
• acceptable tolerances for system adjustments in all operat-
ing modes, and • verification of understanding and competence in what was
• procedures for dealing with abnormal conditions and learned in training and O&M,
emergency situations for which there is a specified system • proper application of preventative and predictive mainte-
response. nance of systems,
At substantial completion and Owner occupancy and • organization of application of service bulletins and OEM
operations, the major training responsibilities pass to the callbacks,
Owner, specifically to the Owner’s personnel. The CxP will • clear application of system performance and degradation
coordinate this shift in responsibilities until final acceptance information,
or beyond, as required by the Owner’s ongoing Cx Process • optimal benefits from lessons learned, and coordination of
activities. The CxP/chief engineer/building manager relation- personnel changes and mentoring for a position.

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 POLICY STATEMENT DEFINING ASHRAE’S CONCERN
FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF ITS ACTIVITIES

ASHRAE is concerned with the impact of its members’ activities on both the indoor and outdoor environment.
ASHRAE’s members will strive to minimize any possible deleterious effect on the indoor and outdoor environment of
the systems and components in their responsibility while maximizing the beneficial effects these systems provide,
consistent with accepted Standards and the practical state of the art.
ASHRAE’s short-range goal is to ensure that the systems and components within its scope do not impact the
indoor and outdoor environment to a greater extent than specified by the Standards and Guidelines as established by
itself and other responsible bodies.
As an ongoing goal, ASHRAE will, through its Standards Committee and extensive Technical Committee structure,
continue to generate up-to-date Standards and Guidelines where appropriate and adopt, recommend, and promote
those new and revised Standards developed by other responsible organizations.
Through its Handbook, appropriate chapters will contain up-to-date Standards and design considerations as the
material is systematically revised.
ASHRAE will take the lead with respect to dissemination of environmental information of its primary interest and
will seek out and disseminate information from other responsible organizations that is pertinent, as guides to updating
Standards and Guidelines.
The effects of the design and selection of equipment and systems will be considered within the scope of the
system’s intended use and expected misuse. The disposal of hazardous materials, if any, will also be considered.
ASHRAE’s primary concern for environmental impact will be at the site where equipment within ASHRAE’s scope
operates. However, energy source selection and the possible environmental impact due to the energy source and
energy transportation will be considered where possible. Recommendations concerning energy source selection
should be made by its members.
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