3.2.2. Commissioning

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary purpose of commissioning?

   Hint

   Think about why we want things to work well before we use them.

2. 2.

   What does 'Post-Occupancy Evaluation' refer to?

   Hint

   Consider what feedback would be gathered after people have started living or working in the space.

3. 3.

   What does commissioning ensure in a building project?

   • A. That systems are installed correctly
   • B. That systems perform as intended
   • C. That costs are minimized

   Hint

   Think about the outcome of the commissioning process.

4. 4.

   True or False: Post-Occupancy Evaluations are only conducted if problems arise in the building.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the purpose of evaluations.

5. 5.

   You are the project manager for a new sustainable office building. Describe how you would implement the commissioning process, focusing on each step.

   Hint

   Outline the sequential steps and their importance.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how a well-executed commissioning process could improve occupant satisfaction in a green building.

   Hint

   Think about how well-functioning systems impact daily life.