Task Item No. 5-8: Document sustainable design and construction procedures into specifications.

Question 1

You Should Understand

Task Item No. 5-8: Document sustainable design and construction procedures into specifications.

• Be aware of Owner’s requirements and budget restraints of sustainable design and construction products and procedures
• Understand how various rating systems apply to design and construction process
• Develop measurable requirements appropriate to sustainable design and construction process
• Communication with sustainability consultants to document project requirements

Answer 1

Reading List

Task Item No. 5-8: Document sustainable design and construction procedures into specifications.

CSPG 1.8.4, Figure 4.3, Figure 7.2, 7.3.5, 7.5.7 through 7.5.9, Figure 11.5, 12.3, and 12.12.3

Question 2

Refer to Task Items 5-5, 5-6

Question 3

12.3 Utilizing Nonstandard Technologies

Answer 3

Many products and systems emerge from research and development before they evolve into standard configurations or solutions. When the architect/engineer (A/E) is not familiar with specialized products to describe the best solution, performance specifying may be helpful. As sustainable design and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accreditation become more commonplace, alternative solutions to the traditional construction are required Green roofs are an example of nontraditional roofing and require significant reconsideration of traditional roofing requirements.