Air Concept - Preconditions

Question 1

___ ventilation is the movement of air into and out of a space primarily through intentionally provided openings (such as windows and doors), through nonpowered ventilators, or by infiltration.

Answer 1

Natural

Question 2

___ of Feature 01, Air Quality Standards, addresses the levels of formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the air.

a. Part 1: Standards for Volatile Substances
b. Part 2: Standards for Particulate Matter
c. Part 3: Standards for inorganic gases
d. Part 3: Radon

Answer 2

a. Part 1: Standards for Volatile Substances

Question 3

___ is a colorless, odorless, and highly poisonous gas formed by incomplete combustion.

Answer 3

Carbon Monoxide

Question 4

___ of Feature 03 requires that all HVAC systems (within the last five years) undergo testing and balancing after the substantial completion, but before occupancy, of a project.

a. Part 1: Ventilation Design
b. Part 2: Demand Controlled Ventilation
c. Part 3: System Balancing
d. Part 4: Ventilation Effectiveness

Answer 4

Part 3: System Balancing

Question 5

Part 2: Mold Inspections of Feature ___ requires that a mold inspection be performed visually.

Answer 5

Feature 06

Question 6

The goal of ___, is to reduce the amount of materials, products, and finishes used in building construction that can release VOCs into the interior of the building.

Answer 6

Feature 04, VOC Reduction

Question 7

___ is a naturally occurring mineral that was commonly used in insulation because of its chemical and flame resistance, tensile strength, and sound absorption properties.

Answer 7

Asbestos

Question 8

___ into the interior of a building can cause structural damage, mold growth, and negative effects on indoor air quality.

Answer 8

Moisture infiltration

Question 9

___ of Feature 12, Moisture Management, requires the development of a narrative describing the use of moisture-tolerant materials and the protection of moisture-sensitive materials.

Answer 9

Part 4: Material Selection and Protection

Question 10

(2) types of filters addressed in the air concept are __ and __ filter

Answer 10

carbon and media filters

Question 11

Air Key Facts:

Air pollution is the #1 environmental cause of premature mortality, contributing to ___ premature deaths annually in the United States and approximately ___ premature deaths worldwide

Answer 11

Air pollution is the #1 environmental cause of premature mortality, contributing to 50,000 premature deaths annually in the United States and approximately 7 million premature deaths worldwide

Question 12

Air Key Facts:

Humans breathe > ___ litres of air every day.

Answer 12

Humans breathe > 15,000 litres of air every day.

Question 13

Air Key Facts:

WELL address 6 major air pollutants:

Answer 13

Carbon monoxide 
Lead 
Nitrogen Dioxide 
Ozone 
Particulate matter 
Sulfur Dioxide

Question 14

Activated Carbon Filters are effective in removing which 3 contaminants:

Answer 14

PCB’s, Lead and Mercury

Question 15

Feature 1: Air Quality Standards, Part 1: Standards for Volatile Substances, requires the following conditions are met for formaldehyde and VOC’s:

Answer 15

a. Formaldehyde levels < 27

b. Total VOCs < 500

Question 16

Feature 1: Air Quality Standards, Part 2: Standards for Particulate Matter and Inorganic Gases, requires the following 4 are met:

Answer 16

a. Carbon monoxide < 9
b. PM2.5 < 15
c. PM10 < 50
d. Ozone < 51

Question 17

Feature 1: Air Quality Standards, Part 3: Radon, requires the following standard is met for Radon in what location of the building?

Answer 17

a. Radon < 4 pCi/L in the lowest occupied level of the building

Question 18

Feature 1: Air Quality Standards Key Facts:

1. An assessor is required to complete a ___ after occupancy.
2. PM10 is particulate matter less than or equal to 10 micrometers in diameter.
3. PM2.5 is particulate matter less than or equal to 2.5 micrometers in diameter.
4. PM2.5 large proportion of dust that can be drawn deep into the ___. PM10 particles tend to be trapped in the ___, ___ or ___.

Answer 18

1. An assessor is required to complete a performance test after occupancy.
2. PM10 is particulate matter less than or equal to 10 micrometers in diameter.
3. PM2.5 is particulate matter less than or equal to 2.5 micrometers in diameter.
4. PM2.5 large proportion of dust that can be drawn deep into the lungs. PM10 particles tend to be trapped in the nose, mouth or throat.

Question 19

Feature 2: Smoking Ban, Part 1: Indoor Smoking Ban requires the building policy or local code meets the following regarding smoking ban

a. ___ and the use of ___ is prohibited inside the building

Answer 19

a. Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes is prohibited inside the building

Question 20

Feature 2: Smoking Ban, Part 2: Outdoor Smoking Ban requires signage for (2) items:

a. Smoking ban within ___ft (or the max. allowable by code) of all ___, ___ and ___
b. Smoking ban on all ___, ___, ___, rooftops and other occupied ___ spaces
c. Hazards of smoking, in all areas beyond ___ft of the building entrances (if smoking is permitted there). Signs must be placed every 100ft along walkways

Answer 20

a. Smoking ban within 25 ft (or the max. allowable by code) of all entrances, operable windows and air intakes
b. Smoking ban on all decks, patios, balconies, rooftops and other occupied exterior spaces

c. Hazards of smoking, in all areas beyond 25ft of the building entrances (if smoking is permitted there). Signs must be placed every 100ft along walkways

Question 21

Key Fact:

The average life expectancy of a smoker is ___ years less than that of a non-smoker.

Answer 21

The average life expectancy of a smoker is 10 years less than that of a non-smoker.

Question 22

Air 3: Ventilation Effectiveness, Part 1: Ventilation Design, requires ONE of the following 2 is met for all spaces:

a. Ventilation rates comply with ___
b. Projects comply with ___ and demonstrate that ambient air quality within 1 mile of the building is compliant with the US EPA’s ___ or passes the ___ in the WELL Building Standard for at least 95% of all hours in the previous year.

Answer 22

a. Ventilation rates comply with ASHRAE 62.1-2013 (Ventilation Rate Procedure or IAQ Procedure)
b. Projects comply with ASHRAE 62.1-2013 and demonstrate that ambient air quality within 1 mile of the building is compliant with the US EPA’s NAAQS or passes the Air Quality Standards in the WELL Building Standard for at least 95% of all hours in the previous year.

Question 23

Air 3: Ventilation Effectiveness, Part 2: Demand Control Ventilation

Requires that for all spaces 500 SF or larger with a density > 25 people/1000 ft2, ONE of the following must be met:

a. Demand controlled ventilation system regulates the ventilation rate of outdoor air to keep ___ levels below ___
b. Projects that have met the ___ feature demonstrate that ___ ventilation is sufficient to keep ___ levels below ___

Answer 23

a. Demand controlled ventilation system regulates the ventilation rate of outdoor air to keep CO2 levels below 800 ppm
b. Projects that have met the operable windows feature demonstrate that natural ventilation is sufficient to keep CO2 levels below 800 ppm

Question 24

Air 3: Ventilation Effectiveness, Part 3: System Balancing

Requires that after ___ and prior to ___, the HVAC system has (within the last 5 years), or is scheduled to, undergo ___ and ___.

Answer 24

After substantial completion and prior to occupancy, the HVAC system has (within the last 5 years), or is scheduled to, undergo testing and balancing.

Question 25

Air 3: Ventilation Effectiveness Key Facts

___ levels serve as a proxy for other indoor pollutants

Answer 25

CO2 levels serve as a proxy for other indoor pollutants

Question 26

Air 3: Ventilation Effectiveness Key Facts

Documentation Required:
Letter of Assurance from the___ as well as a ___ Report

Answer 26

Documentation Required:

Letter of Assurance from the MEP Engineer as well as a Commissioning Report

Question 27

Feature 4: VOC Reduction, Part 1: Interior Paints and Coatings

Requires VOC limits of newly applied paints and coatings meet ONE of the following 3 options:

a. ___% of installed products meet ___ or ___ standards
b. At a minimum ___%, by ___, meeting the ___ standards
c. Applicable national ___ regulations or conduct testing of VOC content in accordance with ASTM standards

Answer 27

a. 100% of installed products meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) or South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) standards

b. At a minimum 90%, by volume, meeting the California Dept of Public Health
(CDPH) standards

c. Applicable national VOC control regulations or conduct testing of VOC content in accordance with ASTM standards

Question 28

Feature 4: VOC Reduction, Part 2: Interior Adhesives and Sealants

Requires that VOC limits of newly applied adhesives and sealants meet ONE of the following 3:

a. ___% of installed products meet ___ or ___ standards
b. At a minimum ___%, by ___, meeting the ___ standards
c. Applicable national ___ regulations or conduct testing of VOC content in accordance with ASTM standards

Answer 28

a. 100% of installed products meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) or South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) standards
b. At a minimum 90%, by volume, meeting the California Dept of Public Health (CDPH) standards
c. Applicable national VOC control regulations or conduct testing of VOC content in accordance with ASTM standards

Question 29

Feature 4: VOC Reduction, Part 3: Flooring

Requires that VOC content of all ___ flooring must meet all limits set by the following:

a. ___ Standards

Answer 29

Requires that VOC content of all newly installed flooring must meet all limits set by the following:

a. California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standards

Question 30

Feature 4: VOC Reduction, Part 4: Insulation

VOC content of all ___ thermal and acoustic insulation must meet all limits set by the following:

a. ___ Standards

Answer 30

VOC content of all newly installed thermal and acoustic insulation must meet all limits set by the following:

a. California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standards

Question 31

Feature 4: VOC Reduction, Part 5: Furniture and Furnishings

Requires that VOC content of at least ___% (by cost) of all ___ furniture and furnishings within the project scope must meet all limits set by the following 2 items:

a. ___ Furniture Sustainability Standard
b. ___ Standard

Answer 31

Requires that VOC content of at least 95% (by cost) of all newly purchased furniture and furnishings within the project scope must meet all limits set by the following 2 items:

a. ANSI/BIFMA Furniture Sustainability Standard
b. California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

Question 32

Key Facts:

VOCs include ___ and ___

Answer 32

VOCs include benzene and formaldehyde

Question 33

Key Facts:

VOC levels can be ___ times higher indoors than outdoors

Answer 33

VOC levels can be 5x higher indoors than outdoors

Question 34

Feat 05 Air Filtration, Part 1: Filter Accommodation

If recirculated air is used, meet the following in ventilation assemblies requires the following 2:

a. Rack space is available and identified and fan capacity is in place for ___
b. Mechanical system is sized to accommodate ___

Answer 34

a. Rack space is available and identified and fan capacity is in place for future carbon filters
b. Mechanical system is sized to accommodate additional filters

Question 35

Feat 05 Air Filtration, Part 2: Particle Filtration

ONE of the following 2 is met:

a. ___ (or higher) media filters are used to filter outdoor air
b. 95% of all hours in a calendar year, ambient outdoor PM10 and PM2.5 levels within 1mile of the building are ___ the limits set by WELL

Answer 35

a. MERV 13 (or higher) media filters are used to filter outdoor air
b. 95% of all hours in a calendar year, ambient outdoor PM10 and PM2.5 levels within 1mile of the building are below the limits set by WELL

Question 36

Feat 05 Air Filtration, Part 3: Air Filtration Maintenance
requires that project must provide IWBI annually for the following 1 item:

a. Records of ___, including evidence that filters have been maintained per manuf. recommendations

Answer 36

a. Records of air filtration maintenance, including evidence that filters have been maintained per manuf. recommendations

Question 37

Feat 05 Air Filtration Key Facts:

___ filters are designed to absorb volatile pollutants and remove the largest particles
___ filters are meant to address smaller particles

Answer 37

Carbon filters are designed to absorb volatile pollutants and remove the largest particles
Media filters are meant to address smaller particles

Question 38

Feat 05 Air Filtration Key Facts:

Documentation Required: Letter from ___ and Spot Check (Parts 1 & 2); Operations Schedule (Part 3)

Answer 38

Documentation Required: Letter from MEP Engineer and Spot Check (Parts 1 & 2); Operations Schedule (Part 3)

Question 39

Feat 06 Microbe & Mold Control, Part 1: Cooling Coil Mold Reduction
requires that in buildings that rely on a mechanical system for cooling, ONE of the following 2:

a. ___ lamps are employed on ___ and ___ of the mechanical system
b. Building policy states that all cooling coils are inspected on a quarterly basis for mold growth and cleaned if necessary. ___ are provided to IWBI on an ___ basis.

Answer 39

a. UV lamps are employed on cooling coils and drain pans of the mechanical system
b. Building policy states that all cooling coils are inspected on a quarterly basis for mold growth and cleaned if necessary. Dated photos are provided to IWBI on an annual basis.

Question 40

Feat 06 Microbe & Mold Control, Part 2: Mold Inspections

The following are ___:

a. Signs of discoloration and mold on ceilings, walls, floors
b. Signs of water damage or pooling

Answer 40

The following are not present:

a. Signs of discoloration and mold on ceilings, walls, floors
b. Signs of water damage or pooling

Question 41

Feat 07 Construction Pollution Management, Part 1: Duct Protection
requires that in order to prevent pollutants from entering the ventilation system, all ducts are either (2 items)

a. ___ and ___ from possible contamination during construction.
b. ___ prior to installing registers, grills and diffusers.

Answer 41

a. Sealed and protected from possible contamination during construction.
b. Vacuumed out prior to installing registers, grills and diffusers.

Question 42

Feat 07 Construction Pollution Management, Part 2: Filter Replacement

requires to prevent pollutants from entering the air supply post-occupancy, if the ventilation system is operating during construction, the following requirement is met:

a. All filters are ___ prior to occupancy

Answer 42

a. All filters are replaced prior to occupancy

Question 43

Feat 07 Construction Pollution Management, Part 3: Moisture Absorption Management

To prevent building materials from absorbing water or moisture during construction, the following are met:

a. ___ is designed to ___ and ___ absorptive materials, including but not limited to carpets, acoustical ceiling panels, fabric wall coverings, insulation, upholstery and furnishings

Answer 43

a. Separate area is designed to store and protect absorptive materials, including but not limited to carpets, acoustical ceiling panels, fabric wall coverings, insulation, upholstery and furnishings

Question 44

Feat 07 Construction Pollution Management, Part 4: Dust Containment and Removal

The following 3 are followed during construction

a. All___ are ___ from other spaces by sealed doorways or windows or via temporary barriers.
b. ___ are used at entryways to reduce transfer of dirt and pollutants.
c. Saw and other tools use ___ or collectors to capture dust generated.

Answer 44

a. All active areas of work are isolated from other spaces by sealed doorways or windows or via temporary barriers.
b. Walk-off mats are used at entryways to reduce transfer of dirt and pollutants.
c. Saw and other tools use dust guards or collectors to capture dust generated.

Question 45

Feat 07 Construction Pollution Management, Part 4: Dust Containment and Removal

Documentation Required: Letter of Assurance from ___

Answer 45

Documentation Required: Letter of Assurance from Contractor

Question 46

Feat 08 Healthy Entrance, Part 1: Permanent Entryway Walk-off Systems

To capture particulates from occupants at all regularly used entrances, ONE of the following 3 must be installed and maintained on a weekly basis:

a. Permanent ___ system comprised of grilles, grates or slots, which allow for easy cleaning underneath, at least the width of ___ and ___ft long in the direction of travel
b. ___, at least the width of ___and ___ft long in the direction of travel
c. Materials manufactured as an ___ system, at least the width of ___ and ___ft long in the direction of travel

Answer 46

a. Permanent entryway system comprised of grilles, grates or slots, which allow for easy cleaning underneath, at least the width of the entrance and 10ft long in the direction of travel
b. Rollout mats, at least the width of the entrance and 10ft long in the direction of travel
c. Materials manufactured as an entryway walk-off system, at least the width of the entrance and 10ft long in the direction of travel

Question 47

Feat 08 Healthy Entrance, Part 2: Entryway Air Seal

ONE of the following 3 is in place to slow the movement of air from outside in at the main building entrance:

a. Building entry ___ with two normally-closed doorways
b. ___ entrance doors
c. At least ___ normally-shut doors that separate ___ space from the outdoors.

Answer 47

a. Building entry vestibule with two normally-closed doorways
b. Revolving entrance doors
c. At least 3 normally-shut doors that separate occupied space from the outdoors.

Question 48

Feat 09 Cleaning Protocol, Part 1: Cleaning Plan for Occupied Spaces

Requires the cleaning plan includes the following 5 items:

a. The Cleaning ___ and ___ section of Table ___ in ___.
b. A list of ___ that all cleaning, disinfection and hand hygiene products must comply in accordance with the Cleaning, Disinfection and Hand Hygiene Product section in Table ___ in ___
c. A list of ___ surfaces and ___ of sanitization or disinfection as specified in the Disinfection and Sanitization section in Table ___ in ___
d. A cleaning ___ that specifies the ___and ___ of cleaning, including the Entryway Maintenance section of Table ___ in ___
e. Dated ___ that are maintained and available to all occupants.

Answer 48

a. The Cleaning Equipment and Training section of Table A4 in Appendix C.
b. A list of products that all cleaning, disinfection and hand hygiene products must comply in accordance with the Cleaning, Disinfection and Hand Hygiene Product section in Table A4 in Appendix C
c. A list of high-touch surfaces and schedule of sanitization or disinfection as specified in the Disinfection and Sanitization section in Table A4 in Appendix C
d. A cleaning schedule that specifies the extent and frequency of cleaning, including the Entryway Maintenance section of Table A4 in Appendix C
e. Dated cleaning logs that are maintained and available to all occupants.

Question 49

Feat 10 Pesticide Management, Part 1: Pesticide Use

Pesticide and herbicide use on outdoor plants is eliminated, or hazards are minimized through ONE of the following 2:

a. The creation of a pest management plan in place of pesticide/herbicide use, based on Chapter ___ of the ___ program.
b. Use of pesticides with a Hazard Tier ranking of 3 (least hazardous) based on screening lists described in Table ___ in Appendix ___

Answer 49

a. The creation of a pest management plan in place of pesticide/herbicide use, based on Chapter 3 of the San Francisco Environment Code Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.
b. Use of pesticides with a Hazard Tier ranking of 3 (least hazardous) based on screening lists described in Table A2 in Appendix C

Question 50

Feat 10 Pesticide Management Key Facts:

___ is one of the most widely used pesticides, and a suspected ___ associated with cardiovascular problems

Long-term exposure to ___, a widely used herbicide, may lead to ___ and ___

Answer 50

Atrazine is one of the most widely used pesticides, and a suspected endocrine disruptor associated with cardiovascular problems

Long-term exposure to glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, may lead to kidney problems and reproductive difficulties

Question 51

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety, Part 1: Asbestos and Lead Restriction

All newly-installed building materials meet the following 3:

a. No ___
b. Not more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead in wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures, and 0.20% for solder or flux used in plumbing for water intended for human consumption
c. Not more than ___ ppm (by weight) added ___

Answer 51

a. No asbestos
b. Not more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead in wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures, and 0.20% for solder or flux used in plumbing for water intended for human consumption
c. Not more than 100 ppm (by weight) added lead

Question 52

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety, Part 2: Lead Abatement

For repair or renovation projects constructed prior to laws banning lead paint, the following must be done:

a. On-site investigation of the commercial space conducted by a certified risk assessor or inspector technician to ___ the presence of ___-based hazards in paint, dust and soil
b. All commercial and institutional spaces found to have lead-based hazards must adhere to ___ standards to remediate.

Answer 52

a. On-site investigation of the commercial space conducted by a certified risk assessor or inspector technician to determine the presence of lead-based hazards in paint, dust and soil
b. All commercial and institutional spaces found to have lead-based hazards must adhere to US EPA standards to remediate.

Question 53

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety, Part 3: Asbestos Abatement

For repair or renovation projects constructed prior to laws banning asbestos, the following 3 must be done:

a. Conduct ___ inspection every ___ years
b. Development and maintenance of ___ plans following Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Guidelines
c. Conduct ___-___ clearance

Answer 53

a. Conduct asbestos inspection every three years
b. Development and maintenance of asbestos management plans following Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Guidelines
c. Conduct post-abatement clearance

Question 54

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety, Part 4: Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Abatement

Any projects undergoing current renovation or demolition which were constructed or renovated between 1950 and any laws banning or restricting PCBs do the following 2:

a. Conduct ___ and ___ of materials in accordance with the US EPA Steps to Safe PCB Abatement Activities
b. Conduct ___ and safe ___ of ___-containing ___ ballasts in accordance with the US EPA guidelines

Answer 54

a. Conduct evaluation and abatement of materials in accordance with the US EPA Steps to Safe PCB Abatement Activities
b. Conduct removal and safe disposal of PCB-containing fluorescent light ballasts in accordance with the US EPA guidelines

Question 55

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety, Part 5: Mercury Limitation
Mercury-containing equipment and devices are restricted in accordance with the below (3 items)

a. Project does not specify or install new mercury containing ___, ___, and ___ relays
b. Project develops a plan to upgrade current lamps to low-mercury or mercury-free technology
c. Illuminated exit signs only use LED or LEC lamps
d. No mercury ___ or probe-start ___ lamps are in use

Answer 55

a. Project does not specify or install new mercury containing thermometers, switches, and electrical relays
b. Project develops a plan to upgrade current lamps to low-mercury or mercury-free technology
c. Illuminated exit signs only use LED or LEC lamps
d. No mercury vapor or probe-start metal halide HID lamps are in use

Question 56

Feat 11 Fundamental Material Safety Key Facts:

a. Exposure to ___ fibers through inhalation can occur when building materials degrade over time or are disturbed during renovation or demolition and is associated with ___ cancer and ___
b. Exposure to ___ can have ___ effects and in early development is associated with negative effects on memory, IQ, learning and behavior

Answer 56

a. Exposure to asbestos fibers through inhalation can occur when building materials degrade over time or are disturbed during renovation or demolition and is associated with lung cancer and mesothelioma
b. Exposure to lead can have neurotoxic effects and in early development is associated with negative effects on memory, IQ, learning and behavior

Question 57

Feat 12 Moisture Management, Part 1: Exterior Liquid Water Management

Narrative describing how ___ is addressed must have the following 4:

a. Site ___, including the impact of any site irrigation
b. Local ___ table
c. Building ___
d. Porous ___ connected to exterior sources of liquid water

Answer 57

Narrative describing how moisture is addressed must have the following 4:

a. Site drainage, including the impact of any site irrigation
b. Local water table
c. Building penetrations
d. Porous building materials connected to exterior sources of liquid water

Question 58

Feat 12 Moisture Management, Part 2: Interior Liquid Water Management

Narrative describing how ___ is addressed in the following 4:

a. ___ leaks
b. “___-___” plumbing appliances (appliances exposed to building water pressure even when not in use - ex: washing machine)
c. Porous ___ connected to interior sources of liquid water
d. New building materials with “built-in” high moisture content or building materials wetted during construction and now on the inside

Answer 58

Narrative describing how moisture is addressed in the following 4:

a. Plumbing leaks
b. “hard-piped” plumbing appliances (appliances exposed to building water pressure even when not in use - ex: washing machine)
c. Porous building materials connected to interior sources of liquid water
d. New building materials with “built-in” high moisture content or building materials wetted during construction and now on the inside

Question 59

Feat 12 Moisture Management, Part 3: Condensation Management

Narrative describing how ___ is addressed in the following 4 items:

a. High interior relative humidity levels
b. Air leakage which could wet exposed interior materials or interstitial “hidden” materials
c. Cooler surfaces, such as basement or slab-on-grade floors
d. Oversized air conditioning units

Answer 59

Narrative describing how condensation is addressed in the following 4 items:

Question 60

Feat 12 Moisture Management, Part 4: Materials Selection & Protection

Narrative describing how ___-tolerant materials have been selected and/or how ___-sensitive materials (MSP) are being protected, considering the following 5:

a. Exposed entryways and glazing
b. Porous cladding materials
c. Finished floors in damp or wet rooms such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens
d. Interior sheathing in damp or wet rooms
e. Sealing or storing of absorptive materials during construction

Answer 60

Narrative describing how moisture-tolerant materials have been selected and/or how moisture-sensitive materials (MSP) are being protected, considering the following 5:

a. Exposed entryways and glazing
b. Porous cladding materials
c. Finished floors in damp or wet rooms such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens
d. Interior sheathing in damp or wet rooms
e. Sealing or storing of absorptive materials during construction

Question 61

Feat 12 Moisture Management Key Facts:

Moisture enters buildings in four ways: ___ water, ___ water, ___-___ moisture, and ___ diffusion

Good design strategies to mitigate ___ help to preserve good ___ quality

Answer 61

Moisture enters buildings in four ways: bulk water, capillary water, air-transported moisture, and vapor diffusion

Good design strategies to mitigate water damage help to preserve good indoor air quality

Question 62

Feat 13 Air Flush, Part 1: Air Flush

Building ___ is performed while maintaining an indoor air temperature of at least 59 F and relative humidity below 60%, at one of the following 2 volumes:

a. A total air volume of ___ ft³ per ft² of floor area ___ to occupancy
b. A total air volume of ___ ft³ per ft² of floor area prior to occupancy, followed by a second flush of ___ ft³ per ft² of floor area ___-___. While the post-occupancy flush is taking place, the ventilation system must provide at least ___ CFM outdoor air per ft² of floor are at all times

Answer 62

Building air flush is performed while maintaining an indoor air temperature of at least 59 F and relative humidity below 60%, at one of the following 2 volumes:

a. A total air volume of 14,000 ft³ per ft² of floor area prior to occupancy
b. A total air volume of 3,500 ft³ per ft² of floor area prior to occupancy, followed by a second flush of 10,500 ft³ per ft² of floor area post-occupancy. While the post-occupancy flush is taking place, the ventilation system must provide at least 0.3 CFM outdoor air per ft² of floor area at all times

Question 63

Air Limitations to remember:

Formaldehyde:
VOC's:
Carbon Monoxide:
PM2.5:
PM10:
Ozone:
Radon:
Carbon Dioxide:
Lead:
Asbestos:
PCB's:
Mercury:

Answer 63

Formaldehyde: 27
VOC's: 500
Carbon Monoxide: 9
PM2.5: 15
PM10: 50
Ozone: 51
Radon: 4
Carbon Dioxide: 800
Lead: no more than 100 by weight
Asbestos: None (abatement required)
PCB's: None (abatement required)
Mercury: None (abatement required)

Question 64

If a project has achieved the requirements for Feature 19, Operable Windows, what external conditions will cause an alert that discourages the building occupants from opening the outside windows?

1. PM10 levels of 50 or a temp that is 8 degrees F from the set indoor temp
2. PM2.5 levels of 50 or a temp that is 15 degrees F from the set indoor temp
3. Ozone levels of 51 or a relative humidity below 60%
4. Ozone levels of 51 or a temp that is 15 degrees F from the set indoor temp

Answer 64

4. Ozone levels of 51 or a temp that is 15 degrees F from the set indoor temp

Question 65

How often must the cooling coils in a building’s HVAC system be inspected for mold to meet the requirements of Feature 06, Microbe and Mold Control?

Answer 65

Quarterly

Question 66

What standard is used to set the requirements for Part 1: Ventilation Design of Feature 03, Ventilation Effectiveness?

1. ASHRAE 55-2010
2. ASHRAE 62-2013
3. SCAQMD Rule 1168
4. US EPA 40 CFR Part 745.65

Answer 66

2. ASHRAE 62.2013

Question 67

What standard is used to set the requirements for Part 1: Ventilation Design of Feature 03, Ventilation Effectiveness?

1. ASHRAE 55-2010
2. ASHRAE 62.2013
3. SCAQMD RULE 1168
   US EPA 40 CFR PART 745.56

Answer 67

ASHRAE 62.2013

Question 68

Which of the following applies to outdoor smoking on a WELL-certified project?

1. Smoking is banned outside the building
2. Smoking is not permitted within 25’ of all entrances and operable windows
3. Smoking is permitted anywhere outside the building
4. Smoking is permitted as long as there is a separate entrance for nonsmokers.

Answer 68

2. Smoking is not permitted within 25’ of all entrances and operable windows

Question 69

What is the alternative to installing MERV 13 media filters for meeting the requirements of Part 2: Particle Filtration of Feature 05, Air Filtration?

a. ensure there is rack space and fan capacity for future carbon filters
b. install MERV 8 filters
c. record air filtration maintenance and report it annually to IWBI
d. demonstrate ambient outdoor particulate matter is below the limits set in Feat. 01, Air Quality Standards.

Answer 69

d. demonstrate ambient outdoor particulate matter is below the limits set in Feat. 01, Air Quality Standards.