WELL v2 Performance Standard Flashcards
How many domains are there in the WELL v2 performance standard?
11
Per concept, how many points may a project pursue?
12/concept
How many points across the ten concepts may a project pursue?
no more than 100 points total + 10 in innovation
What are the types of artificial ingredients listed in N05?
Colorings, sweeteners, preservatives, and fats & oils
Colorings
Blue 1 (E133), Blue 2 (E132), Green 3, Orange B, Citrus Red 2, Red 3 (E127), Red 40 (E129), Yellow 5 (E102), Yellow 6 (E110), carmine, cochineal, caramel coloring
Sweeteners
acesulfame-potassium (acesulfame-k), advantame, aspartame, calcium saccharin, saccharin, sucralose, cyclamate, neotame, polydextrose, olestra
Preservatives
sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite, potassium bromate, potassium iodate, propyl galate, BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene), TBHQ, sodium benzoate
Fats & Oils
BVO (brominated vegetable oil), partially hydrogenated oil
How many well concepts are there?
10
What are some qualities of WELL v2
It is resilient, verified, and dynamic
On which principles is WELL v2 founded?
Equitable Global Evidence-based Technically robust Customer-focused Resilient
What are the ten concepts in WELL v2?
Air Water Nourishment Light Movement Thermal Comfort Sound Materials Mind Community
How many points are available in each WELL v2 scorecard?
110
What are the two main groups for WELL v2 projects?
Owner-occupied
WELL Core
How much of the total building floor area must be available for performance testing for WELL Core projects?
at least 2.5%
What are the requirements for multifamily residences to pursue WELL?
They must contain at least five dwelling units in a single building with common structural elements
(i.e. apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and other residential complexes within all market thresholds - affordable housing, market-rate, and luxury)
In multifamily certifications, is testing required in dwelling units at recertification?
No, it is only required in common areas and spaces dedicated to building management
What space types might be included in a school?
classrooms, offices, a commercial kitchen, and dining areas
Rooms larger than 10,000 sq. ft. may be divided into separate zones at least XX sq. ft. each?
3,500 sq. ft.
What different occupant types does WELL recognize?
Occupant Regular occupant Visitor Employee Eligible employee
What is the goal of the AIR concept?
To achieve high levels of indoor air quality across a building’s lifetime
What strategies are used for the AIR concept?
source elimination or reduction
active and passive building design and operation strategies
human behavior interventions
How much time do people spend in enclosed spaces?
~90%
What are some symptoms of exposure to poor air quality?
headaches
dry throat
eye irritation
runny nose
What are some serious health outcomes related to poor indoor air quality?
asthma attacks
Legionella infections
carbon monoxide poisoning
How much money in net avoidable costs does the EPA suggest are associated with indoor air pollution?
> $100 billion annually
(45% of those costs are attributable to avoidable deaths from radon and environmental tobacco smoke, about 45% from lost productivity, and 10% from avoidable respiratory diseases)
What are the most common indoor air contaminants?
combustion sources (candles, tobacco products, stoves, furnaces, and fireplaces)
What is the tenth most important cause of ill health for the world’s populations?
air pollution
How many premature deaths in 2012 did air pollution contribute to?
seven million
around 600,000 of those were children under 5 years old
What does the WELL Water concept cover?
aspects of the quality, distribution, and control of liquid water in a building
What is a contributing factor to inadequate hydration?
real or perceived quality of drinking water
What are some diet-related diseases?
cardiovascular disease
high blood pressure
diabetes
What nourishment related theme accounts for more than one in every five deaths globally?
Poor nutrition
What is the goal of the Light concept?
To create lighting environments that promote visual, mental, and biological health
To what maladies has disruption of the circadian rhythm been linked?
obesity
diabetes
depression
metabolic disorders
What contributes to pre-mature mortality and chronic diseases like type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression, stroke, dementia, and some forms of cancer?
Physical inactivity
How much of the adult population is physically inactive? (2016 datapoint)
Nearly a quarter (23%)
How much money did physical inactivity cost healthcare systems globally in 2013?
about $54 billion
and contributed nearly $14 billion in productivity losses
In a study published in 2011, self-reported time spent sitting ranged from X-X hours per day among adults, globally?
3-9 hours
What are the health risks of sedentary behaviour?
Obesity
Type II diabetes
Cardiovascular risks
Premature mortality
How many deaths could be averted if physical inactivity was reduced by 10%?
more than half a million
How many deaths could be averted if physical inactivity was reduced by 25%?
over a million
By how much would the elimination of physical inactivity increase the global lifespan?
0.68 years on average
What does thermal comfort influence in individuals?
level of motivation
alertness
focus
mood
What systems does thermal comfort influence the most?
integumentary
endocrine
respiratory
For what percentage of occupants should buildings provide an acceptable thermal environment?
80%
What percentage of office buildings’ thermal environments met the accepted goals of human satisfaction?
11%
What are some effects of exterior noise from transportation or industrial sources?
sleep disturbance
hypertension
the reduction of mental arithmetic skills in school-aged children
What are some “legacy” chemicals?
lead asbestos mercury chromated copper arsenate (CCA) polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB)
In 2017, how many deaths did lead exposure account for?
one million
What two strategies does the WELL Materials concept advance?
1) To increase literacy on materials by promoting ingredient disclosure
2) To promote the assessment and optimization of product composition in order to minimize impact to human and environmental health
What factors determine mental health?
work conditions
lifestyle
health behaviors
What percentage of the global burden of disease accounts for mental health and substance abuse?
13%
What percentage of years lived with disability is attributed to mental health and substance abuse?
32%
How many deaths per year are alcohol-related?
3.3 million (6% of all deaths)
What percentage of adults will experience a mental health condition during their lifetime?
30%
About how much is spent / person on mental health?
less than $2/person
How much higher is the mortality rate of people with mental health conditions versus the general population?
2.2 times higher
What is the median amount of years lost due to mental health conditions?
10 years of potential life lost
How do design strategies, such as increasing nature contact, impact mental health?
They can decrease levels of depression and anxiety
Increase attentional capacity
Improve recovery from job stress and illness
Increase pain tolerance
Increase psychological well-being
How many urban families live in substandard housing?
an estimated 235 million
What percentage of men’s earnings to women in the UK make?
80.2%
What are the prerequisites for the AIR concept?
1) Air Quality
2) Smoke-Free Environment
3) Ventilation Design
4) Construction Pollution Management
What are the first and second leading causes of lung cancer?
1) Tobacco use
2) Radon exposure
What is an effective method to bring radon below acceptable thresholds?
Mechanical ventilation
In which section can you find the acceptable thresholds for particulate matter?
A01 - Air Quality
What are some health issues associated with tobacco smoke?
asthma attacks respiratory infections coronary heart disease stroke lung cancer SIDS
How far from entrances must someone be to smoke per A02 - Smoke-Free Environment?
25 ft. (or the maximum extent allowable by local codes)
What are some symptoms people in poorly ventilated spaces may have?
headache fatigue dizziness nausea cough sneezing shortness of breath eye, nose, throat, and skin irritation (all together = sick building syndrome)
What operational issues does poor ventilation cause?
increased rates of employee absences
higher operational costs for businesses
decreased productivity in students
What percentage of absenteeism is due to insufficient provision of fresh air in buildings?
35%
