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PRIORITY ISSUE 1.0 PROJECT PLANNING/INTEGRATED DESIGN (continued) ASSESSMENT PROTOCOLS (AP) MINIMUM ACTIONS (MA) EXPANDED ACTIONS (EA) AP 1.2 Perform an IAQ Walkthrough Inspection Perform a building walkthrough inspection to further understand IAQ and health concerns. Review each space that will potentially be included in the project. Conduct the IAQ walkthrough inspection during normal school operating hours and occupancy conditions. If a walkthrough energy audit is performed to determine energy conservation opportunities, include the IAQ walkthrough inspection as a concurrent, integrated process. Talk to the energy auditors and ask if they or other professionals with knowledge of the building can assist with the IAQ assessments. Ensure that the auditor/inspector determines whether the outdoor ventilation rates are sufficient and controls are functional. Ensure that the IAQ walkthrough inspection includes aspects of pest management to evaluate pest-specific issues (e.g., evidence of infestations, pest populations, pesticide storage). See Priority Issue 11.0 Pests for additional information. Ensure that the IAQ walkthrough inspection also includes aspects of moisture control (see AP 3.1). For more information about IAQ walkthrough inspections, refer to EPA's IAQ Tools for Schools Action Kit, which illustrates common IAQ problems found in schools. The Building Air Quality guide created by EPA and CDC may also be used as a resource for IAQ walkthrough inspections. Chapter 5 of the Energy Star® Building Upgrade Manual provides information on examining a building and its energy- consuming equipment. MA 1.3 Finalize the Project Team If a full project team was not selected during AP 1.3, select the remaining team members. Refer to Appendix A to assemble the appropriate project team. Make sure that the design and construction teams include IAQ expertise and that a representative from the building operation and maintenance team is included. MA 1.4 Hold Regular Team Meetings and Communicate With Stakeholders Hold regular meetings throughout design and construction to discuss progress, synergies and challenges. Include the project design and construction teams regularly in meetings, and ensure that representatives from the school are present at each meeting. Refer to the ASHRAE Indoor Air Quality Guide Section 1.1 for more information on the benefits of integrated meetings. Regularly communicate project plans and progress with stakeholders (including staff, teachers and parents), and promptly respond to concerns. MA 1.5 Hold a Construction Kick-Off Meeting Before construction begins, hold a construction kick-off meeting with the design team, general contractor and site managers for each trade. Use this meeting to review the overall design goals related to IAQ and energy efficiency. Specifically discuss methods the construction team will use to meet each goal and any requirements for the construction teams to document their compliance. Continue integrated team meetings with the design team, construction team and school representative(s) regularly throughout construction to ensure that any concerns or questions are addressed quickly, and continue to provide updates to staff, teachers and parents. Ensure that the plan for protecting students and other occupants during the construction phases is adequately communicated throughout the school community and a formal process is followed for responding to complaints and concerns. See Appendix B: Communication and Education 24 Energy Savings Plus Health | INDOOR AIR QUALITY GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL BUILDING UPGRADES