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Building Performance and Testing

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COMBUSTION APPLIANCE SAFETY TESTING

CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION This measure is required. Perform a combustion safety test (if needed) to ensure carbon monoxide flue gases are not backdrafting into the home from an open combustion fireplace, water heater, or furnace. To receive credit, all action items for BPI Technical Standards must be completed, and the project must pass draft and spillage tests. Combustion safety must be completed for appliances in the home(s), including cook tops and ovens. Carbon monoxide levels should also be tested at burners. Based on the results of the test, proceed with appropriate actions according to the carbon monoxide limits identified in the Combustion Safety Action Level table. For all combustion appliances, measure the carbon monoxide at steady-state operating conditions. The Combustion Safety Backdraft Test must be performed by a trained professional, such as a BPI certified professional. The professional may evaluate the applicability of the Combustion Safety Back Draft Test if there are no combustion appliances. If it is determined that the testing is unnecessary, a statement confirming this fact will satisfy the requirements of this measure. Testing should follow BPI standard testing practices, or an equivalent recognized methodology. For multifamily projects, testing must be completed on any mechanical room(s) and parking garage(s). VERIFICATION Documentation: The Rater will collect test results from the trained professional who completed the testing. The professional could be a BPI certified professional or equivalent. The Rater could perform the testing if he or she is qualified. INTENT To improve energy efficiency and indoor air quality with performance testing.

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ENERGY COMPLIANCE PREPARED AND SIGNED BY A CABEC CERTIFIED ENERGY ANALYST

CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION One point of credit will be awarded if the CEC calculations are prepared and signed by a Certified Energy Analyst (CEA). In the event that the new CEA program is not active, then a CEPE credential will be recognized for this measure until such time as CABEC discontinues the CEPE credential and launches the new CEA credential.

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