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BREEAM Visual comfort Glare control

2018-03-14T15:45:27Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

To ensure occupant controls are considered at the design stage to ensure best practice in visual performance and comfort for building occupants. This involves reducing glare that can cause discomfort and distraction, and enabling occupant lighting control

= When to consider =

BREEAM assessor does not need evidential documents at a certain time but designers may consider the potential opportunities for glare control as early as concept design.

Incorporating reducing glare control at early design stage allows architects to propose any building integrated options such as brise soleil or other innovative options, whereas if it’s left to the end they may be left with the only option of blinds

= Step by step guidance =

Please note, not applicable to shell or shell and core assessments

Check which areas will be relevant i.e. areas where lighting and resultant glare control could be problematic e.g. workstations, where projector screens may be used or sports halls.

Confirm with the design team which glare control method will be applied. Blinds are the simplest form of glare control. Where other methods are used design data must be used to demonstrate compliance.

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

Shell and Core - The design team must demonstrate how the glare control criteria will be met without a reliance on blinds when the building is occupied.

Compliant forms of glare control - curtains as glare control: - Compliant shading measures for meeting glare control credit include:

* Building integrated measures
* Occupant controlled devices such as blinds (where transmittance value is<0.1 (10%))
* Bioclimatic design
* External shading or brise soleil

= Tools and resources =

* BREEAM Manual
* [http://standard.wellcertified.com/light/solar-glare-control Solar glare control | WELL Standard]
* [https://www.cibse.org/getmedia/8faea1b4-1cee-4fcb-93f0-37df26acab2d/Lighting-for-Residential-Buildings-(LG9)_2015.pdf.aspx LG9: Lighting Guide 9 - CIBSE]
* BREEAM Knowledge Base
* BREEAM Extranet

= Tips and best practice =

Seek from the developer their standard, or project, specification. Are blinds (or other features, such as brise soleil) included in the base building, or fit-out works?

Has the designer assessed solar effects on the building users and considered protection from these effects.

Is it too late to amend the design to improve shading control (e.g. by using over-hangs)?

All building facades will need some shading protection, even if the sun does not shine directly into some areas of the building.

Remember that protection must provide shading from high level summer and low level winter sun.

Automatic controls may provide compliance, but are not essential to comply with the requirements.

Curtains (where used without other forms of shading) do not meet the criteria for the glare control credit.

There are many means of controlling glare, such as blinds, brise soleil, building overhangs and even natural protection for some schemes. Keep an open mind about the potential solutions, where possible.

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

* Design drawings identifying relevant building areas, windows and any glare control such as blinds specified
* Specification of glare control system such as occupant controlled blinds (confirming transmittance value of <0.1
* Drawings showing building integrated measures where applicable i.e. extent and height of eaves in relation to windows and building orientation
* Drawings/specification of any external shading systems or brise soleil
* Where fixed systems are used then design studies/calculations must demonstrate that sunlight will be prevented from reaching building occupants during occupied hours.
* The simplest form of glare control is occupant controlled blinds

Post Construction Stage

* As Built drawings/specifications for glare control system - for blinds this could be manufacturer's literature confirming the transmittance value.
* Assessor site inspection photos and report

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* BREEAM International New Construction 2016
* BREEAM UK NC 2011
* BREEAM UK NC 2014
* BREEAM UK NC 2018
* BREEAM RFO 2014

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This article created originally in a BREEAM workshop by Pantelis Levantis, Azita Dezfouli, Tom Abbott, Jane Morning, Martin Earl, Eleni Kalyva

--[[User:BREEAM_Professionals_Workshop|BREEAM Professionals Workshop]] 15:42, 14 Mar 2018 (BST)

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BREEAM Visual comfort Glare control

2018-03-14T15:39:34Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

To ensure occupant controls are considered at the design stage to ensure best practice in visual performance and comfort for building occupants. This involves reducing glare that can cause discomfort and distraction, and enabling occupant lighting control

= When to consider =

BREEAM assessor does not need evidential documents at a certain time but designers may consider the potential opportunities for glare control as early as concept design.

Incorporating reducing glare control at early design stage allows architects to propose any building integrated options such as brise soleil or other innovative options, whereas if it’s left to the end they may be left with the only option of blinds

= Step by step guidance =

Please note, not applicable to shell or shell and core assessments

Check which areas will be relevant i.e. areas where lighting and resultant glare control could be problematic e.g. workstations, where projector screens may be used or sports halls.

Confirm with the design team which glare control method will be applied. Blinds are the simplest form of glare control. Where other methods are used design data must be used to demonstrate compliance.

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

Awaiting content

= Tools and resources =

* BREEAM Manual
* [http://standard.wellcertified.com/light/solar-glare-control Solar glare control | WELL Standard]
* [https://www.cibse.org/getmedia/8faea1b4-1cee-4fcb-93f0-37df26acab2d/Lighting-for-Residential-Buildings-(LG9)_2015.pdf.aspx LG9: Lighting Guide 9 - CIBSE]
* BREEAM Knowledge Base
* BREEAM Extranet

= Tips and best practice =

Seek from the developer their standard, or project, specification. Are blinds (or other features, such as brise soleil) included in the base building, or fit-out works?

Has the designer assessed solar effects on the building users and considered protection from these effects.

Is it too late to amend the design to improve shading control (e.g. by using over-hangs)?

All building facades will need some shading protection, even if the sun does not shine directly into some areas of the building.

Remember that protection must provide shading from high level summer and low level winter sun.

Automatic controls may provide compliance, but are not essential to comply with the requirements.

Curtains (where used without other forms of shading) do not meet the criteria for the glare control credit.

There are many means of controlling glare, such as blinds, brise soleil, building overhangs and even natural protection for some schemes. Keep an open mind about the potential solutions, where possible.

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

* Design drawings identifying relevant building areas, windows and any glare control such as blinds specified
* Specification of glare control system such as occupant controlled blinds (confirming transmittance value of <0.1
* Drawings showing building integrated measures where applicable i.e. extent and height of eaves in relation to windows and building orientation
* Drawings/specification of any external shading systems or brise soleil
* Where fixed systems are used then design studies/calculations must demonstrate that sunlight will be prevented from reaching building occupants during occupied hours.
* The simplest form of glare control is occupant controlled blinds

Post Construction Stage

* As Built drawings/specifications for glare control system - for blinds this could be manufacturer's literature confirming the transmittance value.
* Assessor site inspection photos and report

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* List applicable schemes here

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--[[User:Azita_Dezfouli|Azita Dezfouli]] 14:54, 23 Jan 2018 (BST)

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BREEAM Visual comfort Glare control

2018-03-14T15:36:58Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

To ensure occupant controls are considered at the design stage to ensure best practice in visual performance and comfort for building occupants. This involves reducing glare that can cause discomfort and distraction, and enabling occupant lighting control

= When to consider =

BREEAM assessor does not need evidential documents at a certain time but designers may consider the potential opportunities for glare control as early as concept design.

Incorporating reducing glare control at early design stage allows architects to propose any building integrated options such as brise soleil or other innovative options, whereas if it’s left to the end they may be left with the only option of blinds

= Step by step guidance =

Awaiting content

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

Awaiting content

= Tools and resources =

Awaiting content

= Tips and best practice =

Seek from the developer their standard, or project, specification. Are blinds (or other features, such as brise soleil) included in the base building, or fit-out works?

Has the designer assessed solar effects on the building users and considered protection from these effects.

Is it too late to amend the design to improve shading control (e.g. by using over-hangs)?

All building facades will need some shading protection, even if the sun does not shine directly into some areas of the building.

Remember that protection must provide shading from high level summer and low level winter sun.

Automatic controls may provide compliance, but are not essential to comply with the requirements.

Curtains (where used without other forms of shading) do not meet the criteria for the glare control credit.

There are many means of controlling glare, such as blinds, brise soleil, building overhangs and even natural protection for some schemes. Keep an open mind about the potential solutions, where possible.

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

* Design drawings identifying relevant building areas, windows and any glare control such as blinds specified
* Specification of glare control system such as occupant controlled blinds (confirming transmittance value of <0.1
* Drawings showing building integrated measures where applicable i.e. extent and height of eaves in relation to windows and building orientation
* Drawings/specification of any external shading systems or brise soleil
* Where fixed systems are used then design studies/calculations must demonstrate that sunlight will be prevented from reaching building occupants during occupied hours.
* The simplest form of glare control is occupant controlled blinds

Post Construction Stage

* As Built drawings/specifications for glare control system - for blinds this could be manufacturer's literature confirming the transmittance value.
* Assessor site inspection photos and report

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* List applicable schemes here

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--[[User:Azita_Dezfouli|Azita Dezfouli]] 14:54, 23 Jan 2018 (BST)

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BREEAM Visual comfort Glare control

2018-03-14T15:35:27Z

Azita Dezfouli:

BREEAM Aftercare support

2018-02-28T15:31:40Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

Along with seasonal commissioning, aftercare support to the building end users is essential to improve the building operation performance and to reduce performance gap.

The BREEAM criteria overlaps government and BSRIA‘s soft landing requirements and helps a smooth transition from handover through to when the building is in full operation.

A face to face training for the FM team and the end users, also helps to optimise the use of user guides, O&Ms and all other documents passed on at hand over stage.

Frequent meetings, and facilities to monitor utilities consumption allows to enhance seasonal commissioning and to identify defects sooner rather than later.

= When to consider =

At design stage - if targeted, bring to the awareness of the client/design team that commitment is required and it needs to be included in the Employer’s Requirements (ERs) prior to tender so the potential contractors are aware that they need to allow for the service.

At post construction stage - Principal Contractors to appoint a team/individual in charge of aftercare duties, which then shall to provide the meetings and training schedule and the list of potential attendees.

= Step by step guidance =

The Principal Contractor should demonstrate how they will:

* Present key information about the building including the design intent and how to use the building to ensure it operates as efficiently and effectively as possible.
* Conduct on-site facilities management training, to include a walkabout of the building and introduction to and familiarisation with the building systems, their controls and how to operate them in accordance with the design intent and operational demands.
* Provide initial aftercare support provision for at least the first month of building occupation, e.g. on-site attendance on a weekly basis to support building users and management (this could be more or less frequent depending on the complexity of the building and building operations).
* Provide longer term aftercare support provision for occupants for at least the first 12 months from occupation, e.g. a helpline, nominated individual or other appropriate system to support building users/management.

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Are the facilities specified for sub-metering and monitoring? Is there a BMS specified and are all the sub-meters linked to the BMS?
* Who is in charge to appoint the aftercare team? Is it a contractor’s requirement or an independent party is being appointed?
* Do you know the end users? So that the aftercare team can arrange training schedule
* If the end user is unknown or multi tenanted, does the building have a central facilities manager to receive all the necessary training
* Does the aftercare team have a weekly and monthly meeting schedules for the first 12 months after occupation
* Ask the client what sort of operational infrastructure and resources they have/intend to have in place to coordinate the collection and monitoring of energy and water consumption data once the building is occupied

= Tools and resources =

* [http://www.bimtaskgroup.org/government-soft-landings http://www.bimtaskgroup.org/government-soft-landings]
* [https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/SD5076-BREEAM-UK-New-Construction-2014-Technical-Manual-ISSUE-5.0-UK.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000038641&type=.pdf https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/SD5076-BREEAM-UK-New-Construction-2014-Technical-Manual-ISSUE-5.0-UK.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000038641&type=.pdf]

= Tips and best practice =

* Remind contractors that they are actively involved with the building’s management team and all the necessary meetings and schedules are drafted prior to handover
* Ask for drafts of the contractor’s schedules etc prior to completion to check that they will meet BRE’s requirements

= Typical evidence =

Awaiting content

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* Applicable to all BREEAM schemes after 2011

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BREEAM Aftercare support

2018-02-28T15:28:52Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

Along with seasonal commissioning, aftercare support to the building end users is essential to improve the building operation performance and to reduce performance gap.

The BREEAM criteria overlaps government and BSRIA‘s soft landing requirements and helps a smooth transition from handover through to when the building is in full operation.

A face to face training for the FM team and the end users, also helps to optimise the use of user guides, O&Ms and all other documents passed on at hand over stage.

Frequent meetings, and facilities to monitor utilities consumption allows to enhance seasonal commissioning and to identify defects sooner rather than later.

= When to consider =

At design stage - if targeted, bring to the awareness of the client/design team that commitment is required and it needs to be included in the Employer’s Requirements (ERs) prior to tender so the potential contractors are aware that they need to allow for the service.

At post construction stage - Principal Contractors to appoint a team/individual in charge of aftercare duties, which then shall to provide the meetings and training schedule and the list of potential attendees.

= Step by step guidance =

Awaiting content

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Are the facilities specified for sub-metering and monitoring? Is there a BMS specified and are all the sub-meters linked to the BMS?
* Who is in charge to appoint the aftercare team? Is it a contractor’s requirement or an independent party is being appointed?
* Do you know the end users? So that the aftercare team can arrange training schedule
* If the end user is unknown or multi tenanted, does the building have a central facilities manager to receive all the necessary training
* Does the aftercare team have a weekly and monthly meeting schedules for the first 12 months after occupation
* Ask the client what sort of operational infrastructure and resources they have/intend to have in place to coordinate the collection and monitoring of energy and water consumption data once the building is occupied

= Tools and resources =

* [http://www.bimtaskgroup.org/government-soft-landings http://www.bimtaskgroup.org/government-soft-landings]
* [https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/SD5076-BREEAM-UK-New-Construction-2014-Technical-Manual-ISSUE-5.0-UK.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000038641&type=.pdf https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/SD5076-BREEAM-UK-New-Construction-2014-Technical-Manual-ISSUE-5.0-UK.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000038641&type=.pdf]

= Tips and best practice =

* Remind contractors that they are actively involved with the building’s management team and all the necessary meetings and schedules are drafted prior to handover
* Ask for drafts of the contractor’s schedules etc prior to completion to check that they will meet BRE’s requirements

= Typical evidence =

Awaiting content

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* List applicable schemes here

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BREEAM Aftercare support

2018-02-28T15:26:30Z

Azita Dezfouli:

BREEAM Aftercare support

2018-02-28T15:25:30Z

Azita Dezfouli:

BREEAM Designing for durability and resilience

2018-02-21T15:36:10Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

Awaiting content

= When to consider =

The architects should consider the requirements and identify vulnerable areas as early in the design process as possible. Collaborate with the landscape designer and M&E engineers to allow for any potential measures affecting the lifetime of the materials.

At RIBA stage 3/4 - architects to consider future repairs and replacements, as well as

their associated costs, when designing and specifying materials for a new building. Also to consider the impact of climate change on the external materials. This considerations are expected to be included in the specifications.

At construction stage - Contractors to ensure all measures are installed and implemented as specified

= Step by step guidance =

Awaiting content

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Is there any specific areas in the building which you would classify as vulnerable.
* Whether there are any specific procedures and specific materials required for the building type
* Have you considered specific measures to increase the resilience and durability of materials in these areas?
* What measures are considered?

= Tools and resources =

Awaiting content

= Tips and best practice =

Awaiting content

= Typical evidence =

=== Design Stage ===

* Marked up plans/drawings identifying vulnerable areas of the building internally and externally
* Design drawings/specifications showing protection measures incorporated to prevent damage
* Schedule identifying measures to protect from material degradation listing applicable building elements, applicable environmental factors, material degradation effects and any measures specified to mitigate the possible degradation.

=== Post Construction ===

* As built drawings
* Assessor site inspection to show that protection measures have been implemented

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* List applicable schemes here

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BREEAM Designing for durability and resilience

2018-02-21T15:35:26Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

Awaiting content

= When to consider =

The architects should consider the requirements and identify vulnerable areas as early in the design process as possible. Collaborate with the landscape designer and M&E engineers to allow for any potential measures affecting the lifetime of the materials.

At RIBA stage 3/4 - architects to consider future repairs and replacements, as well as

their associated costs, when designing and specifying materials for a new building. Also to consider the impact of climate change on the external materials. This considerations are expected to be included in the specifications.

At construction stage - Contractors to ensure all measures are installed and implemented as specified

= Step by step guidance =

Awaiting content

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

Awaiting content

= Tools and resources =

Awaiting content

= Tips and best practice =

Awaiting content

= Typical evidence =

=== Design Stage ===

* Marked up plans/drawings identifying vulnerable areas of the building internally and externally
* Design drawings/specifications showing protection measures incorporated to prevent damage
* Schedule identifying measures to protect from material degradation listing applicable building elements, applicable environmental factors, material degradation effects and any measures specified to mitigate the possible degradation.

=== Post Construction ===

* As built drawings
* Assessor site inspection to show that protection measures have been implemented

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* List applicable schemes here

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BREEAM Seasonal commissioning

2018-02-21T14:54:01Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

This is proved to be a valuable and crucial service for all building types, a building with fewer defects performs better.

The aim of seasonal commissioning is to observe the building services when they are run at their full load and ensure they perform as the were designed to.

A continuous support of the commissioning team during the first year reduces the operation and maintenance costs as the defect are identified and rectified in time and hence increasing the systems’ lifetime

Training undertaken as part of the commissioning helps the building occupants and facilities managers to better understand the functionality of the building and to ensure it continues to perform at optimum levels

= When to consider =

A commitment to carry out seasonal commissioning will be required at design stage. Seasonal commissioning should commence during the first 12 months after the building is occupied and take place during full load conditions (i.e. heating equipment in mid-winter and cooling/ventilation during summer) and part load conditions (spring/autumn)

= Step by step guidance =

The requirements of this credit are an extension of the normal responsibilities for a Contractor where there is a 12 months defects period in place under the contract and contributes to providing a soft-landing for the client/occupier.

 
The Contractor is required to confirm that a Specialist Commissioning Manager has been appointed to carry out seasonal commissioning during the first 12 months after occupation. Under the BREEAM criteria, there are a number of systems defined as complex and it unlikely that a single person will have sufficient experience to undertake this role for all systems. Therefore the Contractor may need to appoint more than one individual to this role.

Ideally, as part of the design stage, the Contractor should nominate named individuals to undertake this role in particular where the Man 04 credit on Commissioning Building Services has been targeted as the same people can carry out both roles. However, if this is not appropriate, commitment to make the appointment would be sufficient.

For simple systems, this role can either be undertaken by the Contractor or the client/occupier can nominate an individual from within their facilities management team to undertake the required activities. Where the client/occupier has nominated an individual to monitor the commissioning of the systems on their behalf, this person could also perform this role.

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

# Are Complex Systems present within the building design?
# Can the role of the Specialist Commissioning Manager appointed for Man 04 be extended to meet the requirements of this credit?

= Tools and resources =

BSRIA Commissioning guides and CIBSE Commissioning codes.

Knowledge Base Link for Man05: Aftercare: [https://kb.breeam.com/section/new-construction/uk/2014-uk/management-breeam_uk_nc_2014/man05/ https://kb.breeam.com/section/new-construction/uk/2014-uk/management-breeam_uk_nc_2014/man05/]

= Tips and best practice =

Awaiting content

= Typical evidence =

=== Design Stage ===

Specification, contract clauses or appointment letter confirming commitment to carry out commissioning during the first 12 months of occupation. Where complex systems are installed, a specialist commissioning manager must be appointed.

=== Post Construction ===

Copies of appointment letter confirming seasonal commissioning responsibilities and seasonal commissioning schedules confirming what will be commissioned and when. Where seasonal commissioning has already taken place due to the timing of the post construction assessment, records and reports to confirm this has taken place should be provided.

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* BREEAM UK New Construction 2014
* BREEAM UK Refurbishment and Fit-Out 2014

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BREEAM Wiki Champions

2018-02-09T11:41:02Z

Azita Dezfouli:

BREEAM Wiki Champions

The BREEAM Wiki has been created to cultivate and encourage the dissemination of lessons learned relating to BREEAM Sustainability.

Creating structural incentives to recogise and reward all professionals who support the longer term development and growth of sustainability is also important.

This Wiki page holds the names of self-declared wiki champions - those who actively

* Contribute to the BREEAM Wiki
* 'Champion' the practice of sharing lessons learned
* Encourage other stakeholders to also share via the BREEAM Wiki

List of current BREEAM WIki Champions

* [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:CatClarkson Cat Clarkson]
* [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:Jane_Morning Jane Morning]
* [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:Tom_Abbott Tom Abbott]
* [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:Emma_Houston Emma Houston]
* [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:Azita_Dezfouli Azita Dezfouli]

If you would like to be listed as a Wiki Champion (this is currently limited to BREEAM Assessors and APs), either simply add your name to the list above or contact Paul Thistlethwaite at BRE

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BREEAM Enhancing site ecology

2018-02-07T15:30:40Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

To encourage enhancement in the ecology of the site post development.

= When to consider =

Criteria 1 of this credit required a Suitably Qualified Ecologist to be appointed by the end of RIBA Stage 1 or equivalent.

 
During RIBA Stage 2, the ecologist must conduct a site visit/survey, and produce a report.

 
During RIBA Stage 1, the ecologist will likely only provide very high level advice. During stage 2 hoever, they’re likely to provide detailed ecological recommendations based on their site survey.

= Step by step guidance =

Prior/during RIBA stage 2 - ensure a Suitably Qualified Ecologist is appointed

RIBA stage 4 - a BREEAM compliant report from the ecologist to be ready. Preferably the ecologist can use the BRE’s Guidance on relating ecology reports template, which is available on knowledge base

Client/contractor to confirm commitment to imply ecologist’s ‘additional’ recommendations

Refer to BREEAM Minimising impact on existing site ecology for more information

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Was a Suitably Qualified Ecologist appointed during RIBA Stage 1? [Remember, RIBA Stage 1 might have lasted since, for instance, a previous planning application]
* Was an ecology report produced by a Suitably Qualified Ecologist during RIBA Stage 2?
* Did the ecology report include a pack of recommendations?
* Have we included more species post development than pre-development?

= Tools and resources =

[https://kb.breeam.com/?s=ecology&post_type%5B%5D=st_kb Knowledge Base - Ecology]

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/content/11_landuse/le04.htm BREEAM UK New Construction 2014 Issue 5.0: LE 04 Enhancing Site Ecology]

= Tips and best practice =

* Use any available enhancements to the site in an infill construction where there is no space for ecological enhancements within the site
* The Ecologist must have been on board from early stages
* Seek opportunities for off-site ecological enhancement specially for developments in lands with high ecological value and with the risk of removing species - refer to knowledge base note ref:: KBCN0651

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

* Confirmation that the ecologist was appointed prior to RIBA Stage 1 and that they meet the definition of a Suitably Qualified Ecologist. Where appointed at a later stage, the ecologist must confirm that this has not hindered their ability to make recommendations or maximise potential ecological enhancement.
* Copy the Ecologist’s Report or completed GN13 template listing the ecologist’s recommendations for ecological enhancement and calculations to show the increase in plant species from the existing to the proposed site.
* Landscape/site plans for the existing and proposed site
* Written confirmation from the project team that the recommendations of the ecologist will be included within the final design.

Post Construction Stage

* As built landscape plans
* Assessor site inspection/photos showing the recommendations and planting schemes have been implemented.
* Where the landscape is not complete at the time of the inspection, due to phasing or it not being an appropriate planting season, written confirmation that any planting will be completed within 18months from the completion of the development.

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* (eg) International New Construction 2016

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BREEAM Enhancing site ecology

2018-02-07T15:29:50Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

To encourage enhancement in the ecology of the site post development.

= When to consider =

Criteria 1 of this credit required a Suitably Qualified Ecologist to be appointed by the end of RIBA Stage 1 or equivalent.

 
During RIBA Stage 2, the ecologist must conduct a site visit/survey, and produce a report.

 
During RIBA Stage 1, the ecologist will likely only provide very high level advice. During stage 2 hoever, they’re likely to provide detailed ecological recommendations based on their site survey.

= Step by step guidance =

Prior/during RIBA stage 2 - ensure a Suitably Qualified Ecologist is appointed

RIBA stage 4 - a BREEAM compliant report from the ecologist to be ready. Preferably the ecologist can use the BRE’s Guidance on relating ecology reports template, which is available on knowledge base

Client/contractor to confirm commitment to imply ecologist’s ‘additional’ recommendations

Refer to BREEAM Minimising impact on existing site ecology for more information

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Was a Suitably Qualified Ecologist appointed during RIBA Stage 1? [Remember, RIBA Stage 1 might have lasted since, for instance, a previous planning application]
* Was an ecology report produced by a Suitably Qualified Ecologist during RIBA Stage 2?
* Did the ecology report include a pack of recommendations?
* Have we included more species post development than pre-development?

= Tools and resources =

[https://kb.breeam.com/?s=ecology&post_type%5B%5D=st_kb Knowledge Base - Ecology]

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/content/11_landuse/le04.htm BREEAM UK New Construction 2014 Issue 5.0: LE 04 Enhancing Site Ecology]

= Tips and best practice =

tbc

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

* Confirmation that the ecologist was appointed prior to RIBA Stage 1 and that they meet the definition of a Suitably Qualified Ecologist. Where appointed at a later stage, the ecologist must confirm that this has not hindered their ability to make recommendations or maximise potential ecological enhancement.
* Copy the Ecologist’s Report or completed GN13 template listing the ecologist’s recommendations for ecological enhancement and calculations to show the increase in plant species from the existing to the proposed site.
* Landscape/site plans for the existing and proposed site
* Written confirmation from the project team that the recommendations of the ecologist will be included within the final design.

Post Construction Stage

* As built landscape plans
* Assessor site inspection/photos showing the recommendations and planting schemes have been implemented.
* Where the landscape is not complete at the time of the inspection, due to phasing or it not being an appropriate planting season, written confirmation that any planting will be completed within 18months from the completion of the development.

= Applicable Schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* (eg) International New Construction 2016

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BREEAM Minimising impact on existing site ecology

2018-02-07T15:08:46Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The aim of this credit is to have a new development which is as close to (or better than!) the ecological value of the site pre-development.

= When to consider =

During RIBA Stage 2, begin to consider whether there is enough space on the site (with the proposed building footprint) to allow for sufficient planting. If your building footprint is much bigger than the existing site (or you’re building on a greenfield site), it may be that you want to consider a green roof (please note, you’ll need an ecologist for this).

During RIBA Stages 3 and 4, the design team should identify the exact number of species of plants required to give an ecological value of the site sufficient to award your target credits.

= Step by step guidance =

Depending on the level of ecology on site and being proposed, the design team can either choose to appoint a Suitably Qualified Ecologist or complete a schedule themselves confirming the broad habitat type(s) and their areas for the existing and the proposed sites. This can be done using the broad habitat types described in Table 56 of the BREEAM New Construction manual to select the most appropriate habitat types and Table 57 to determine the average total taxon (plant species) richness associated with the habitat type. The information can then be input into the LE03/04 calculator tool to determine the change in ecological value.

Where an ecologist is appointed then they will provide the same information but are able to determine the average total taxon (plant species) richness themselves based on their site survey and for the proposed site, based on landscape plans and their recommendations for the planting scheme.

The change in ecological value is calculated by multiplying the number of species on a broad habitat type by the broad habitat type as a % of the total area. The ecological value is the sum of the total plant species richness for each habitat type. This is done for both the existing site and the proposed site. The change in value is calculated by taking the ecological value of the site pre-development from the post development figure.

Where the change in ecological value is equal to or greater than zero, i.e. no negative change, then two credits can be awarded. Where the change in ecological value is less than zero but no more than minus nine plant species, just one credit can be awarded.

Where the assessment forms part of a larger development and the soft landscape and ecological features form a common part of the whole site, the broad habitat types for the entire site must be considered. Where a new building is an infill on an existing site however, the construction zone for the new building can be used for the area of site being assessed under this issue.

Where there are green roofs, an ecologist must be appointed to determine the plant species numbers. Green walls are not considered within this issue at present.

A Suitably Qualified Ecologist (SQE) is one that holds a degree or equivalent qualification in ecology or related subject, is a practising ecologist with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the last 5 years in the field and is covered by a professional code of conduct (full member of the CIWEM, CIEEM, IEMA, LI or IES).

Where a site has been cleared prior to purchase of the site and less than 5 years before assessment, the ecological value must be estimated by the SQE of the site immediately prior to clearance using available desktop information. For sites cleared more than 5 years ago, the ecological value of the site can be assessed based on the current situation.

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

* Whether a Suitably Qualified Ecologist (SQE) has been appointed?
* If there is a SQE on board - has s/he produced a BREEAM compliant report?
* Are there any existing species to be removed?
* Is the project part of a larger development which could benefit from the past/future enhancements
* Is there an opportunity to benefit from off-site ecology enhancements - this needs to be justified by an SQE (refer to BREEAM guidance note ref:: KBCN0651)

= Tools and resources =

* [http://kb.breeam.com/knowledgebase/off-site-ecological-enhancement/ http://kb.breeam.com/knowledgebase/off-site-ecological-enhancement/]
* [https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/GN13_BREEAM_Relating_ecologists_report_and_BREEAM_v1.1.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000037117&type=.pdf https://tools.breeam.com/extranet/downloads/GN13_BREEAM_Relating_ecologists_report_and_BREEAM_v1.1.pdf?id=0000000000000000000100000000000000037117&type=.pdf]

= Tips and best practice =

Don’t discount the route of calculating species richness without a Suitably Qualified Ecologist. As you have to use BRE’s figures for species richness, you may score more highly using this method. Ecologists typically give weeds on a site which has been derelict for < 5 years some kind of ecological value. The BRE default figures do not. Please note, if you opt to assign taxon richness yourself to areas provided by your team, you will need to declare a conflict of interest to BRE, and justify how any conflict has been avoided.

Seek opportunities for off-site ecological enhancement specially for developments in lands with high ecological value and with the risk of removing species

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage

If you have a Suitably Qualified Ecologist:

* Typically they will produce a report confirming the pre-development areas, based on their phase 1 habitat survey. This typically comes in a table.
* They may include calculations of the post development areas, based on the planting plan, in a similar table. However, it may be the landscape architect that produces this information.
* Accompany this with a copy of the planting plan and to be thorough, confirmation from the contractor that they will plant as per the planting plan.

If you don’t have a Suitably Qualified Ecologist:

* Formal written confirmation of the pre-development areas and species richness using BRE’s pre-defined information.
* Formal written confirmation of the post-development areas and species richness.
* Accompany this with a copy of the planting plan and to be thorough, confirmation from the contractor that they will plant as per the planting plan.

== 
Post Construction Stage ==

* A copy of “As built” drawings, showing planting - or a copy of Construction drawings plus written confirmation from the contractor that the planting has been done as per the construction stage drawings.
* Confirmation that no changes have occurred to the design stage specification, and as such no further ecology calculations are required OR updated ecology calculations confirming areas and species richness for the as built development.
* Site Inspection report confirming that planting is as per the planting plan.

= Applicable schemes =

The guidelines collated in this ISD aim to support sustainable best practice in the topic described. This issue may apply in multiple BREEAM schemes covering different stages in the life of a building, different building types and different year versions. Some content may be generic but scheme nuances should also be taken into account. Refer to the comments below and related articles to this one to understand these nuances. See [[BREEAM_Issue_support_document_template|this document]] for further guidelines.

* (eg) International New Construction 2016

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BREEAM Minimising impact on existing site ecology

2018-02-07T15:03:18Z

Azita Dezfouli:

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2018-01-23T14:54:07Z

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BREEAM Speculative floor & ceiling finishes

2018-01-17T15:55:15Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

This credit is designed to minimise the waste involved in installing undesirable floor finishes in office spaces.

It is common that when a tenant moves in to an office, they replace floor and/or ceiling finishes to match their corporate branding, or corporate tastes. If floor/ceiling finishes have already been installed by the developer, frequently these will be removed and disposed of. By reducing the quantity of installed floor finishes, or agreeing with the occupant in advance, this waste can be near eliminated.

= When to consider =

At detailed design stage, prior to RIBA stage 4 freeze when the finishes and fit-out elements are specified.

This credit is not applicable to shell only projects.

= Step by step guidance =

The building is occupied by a specific occupant - the occupant shall select/agree the floor and ceiling finishes. The agreement must be recorded and documented for inclusion in the BREEAM evidence documents

The building is tenanted - Floor and ceiling finishes shall not be specified unless the future tenants/occupants are known and agreed on the fit-out finishes - as above, the agreement documents to be provided for inclusion in evidence documents

If the future occupants are unknown, finishes can be installed in the show areas only - see below for the limitation on show areas

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

tbc

= Tools and resources =

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#10_waste/wst04.htm#Wst_04_Speculative_floor_and_ceiling_finishes%3FTocPath%3D10.0%2520Waste%7C_____4 BREEAM UK New Construction 2014 SD5076 – Issue: 5.0 - WST 04]

[http://kb.breeam.com/section/new-construction/uk/2014-uk/waste-breeam_uk_nc_2014/wst04/ Knowledge Base Articles - UK New Construction 2014 - WST 04]

= Tips and best practice =

tbc

= Typical evidence =

Design Stage 
For tenanted areas where the future tenant is not known: design drawings should be provided to show floor and ceiling finishes are to be installed to a show area only (no more than 25% of the lettable floor area) or that no finishes are to be installed. Alternatively, a copy of the relevant section/clauses of the building specification or contract could be provided.

 
Where the future tenant is not known, and the developer wishes to install finishes as part of their scope of work, they must provide a formal letter to confirm that there will be a clause within their lease agreement to ensure that finishes will not to be removed or replaced by tenants unless required due to wear and tear or damage.

Where the future occupant is known, then they should provide written confirmation that they have specified or agreed to the finishes that are to be installed.

 
Post Construction 
As design stage + BREEAM assessor’s site inspection report and photographic evidence to show the ceiling/floor finishes that have been installed. Copy of tenancy agreement, where finishes are to be installed and future occupant is not known.

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-17T15:47:21Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

Many clients appreciate the support of their proactive BREEAM AP to explain the BREEAM criteria and requirements to them and provide templates for their reports

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

* BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.
* BREEAM APs to record all their meeting minutes and correspondence with the project team to demonstrate progress against BREEAM targets

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

* If a different person provides BREEAM AP support to the contractors at construction stage, they should record and keep handover notes from the design stage BREEAM AP to include in the evidence documents
* BREEAM AP to provide regular site attendance and project meetings to ensure construction and installations are in line with the targeted BREEAM standards
* Site visit reports and project meeting minutes to be provided as evidence

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked are;

If a BREEAM AP is officially appointed and if all the AP correspondence are documented?

= Tools and resources =

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man01.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____1 http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man01.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____1]

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man03.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____3 http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man03.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____3]

= Tips and best practice =

BREEAM AP role and BREEAM assessment can be taken by the same person but a letter must be provided to declare any conflict of interest

= Typical evidence =

* Appointment documents
* Meeting minutes
* Trackers and reports to demonstrate progress against the target
* Handover notes, if necessary

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-17T15:40:11Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

Many clients appreciate the support of their proactive BREEAM AP to explain the BREEAM criteria and requirements to them and provide templates for their reports

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

* BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.
* BREEAM APs to record all their meeting minutes and correspondence with the project team to demonstrate progress against BREEAM targets

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

* If a different person provides BREEAM AP support to the contractors at construction stage, they should record and keep handover notes from the design stage BREEAM AP to include in the evidence documents
* BREEAM AP to provide regular site attendance and project meetings to ensure construction and installations are in line with the targeted BREEAM standards
* Site visit reports and project meeting minutes to be provided as evidence

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked are;

If a BREEAM AP is officially appointed and if all the AP correspondence are documented?

= Tools and resources =

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man01.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____1 http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man01.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____1]

[http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man03.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____3 http://www.breeam.com/BREEAMUK2014SchemeDocument/#04_management/man03.htm%3FTocPath%3D4.0%2520Management%7C_____3]

= Tips and best practice =

BREEAM AP role and BREEAM assessment can be taken by the same person but a letter must be provided to declare any conflict of interest

= Typical evidence =

tbc

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-17T15:05:37Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

Many clients appreciate the support of their proactive BREEAM AP to explain the BREEAM criteria and requirements to them and provide templates for their reports

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

* BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.
* BREEAM APs to record all their meeting minutes and correspondence with the project team to demonstrate progress against BREEAM targets

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

* If a different person provides BREEAM AP support to the contractors at construction stage, they should record and keep handover notes from the design stage BREEAM AP to include in the evidence documents
* BREEAM AP to provide regular site attendance and project meetings to ensure construction and installations are in line with the targeted BREEAM standards
* Site visit reports and project meeting minutes to be provided as evidence

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked are;

If a BREEAM AP is officially appointed and if all the AP correspondence are documented?

= Tools and resources =

tbc

= Tips and best practice =

BREEAM AP role and BREEAM assessment can be taken by the same person but a letter must be provided to declare any conflict of interest

= Typical evidence =

tbc

--[[User:Azita_Dezfouli|Azita Dezfouli]] 16:30, 10 Jan 2018 (BST)

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-17T15:03:54Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

* BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.
* BREEAM APs to record all their meeting minutes and correspondence with the project team to demonstrate progress against BREEAM targets

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

* If a different person provides BREEAM AP support to the contractors at construction stage, they should record and keep handover notes from the design stage BREEAM AP to include in the evidence documents
* BREEAM AP to provide regular site attendance and project meetings to ensure construction and installations are in line with the targeted BREEAM standards
* Site visit reports and project meeting minutes to be provided as evidence

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked are;

If a BREEAM AP is officially appointed and if all the AP correspondence are documented?

= Tools and resources =

tbc

= Tips and best practice =

BREEAM AP role and BREEAM assessment can be taken by the same person but a letter must be provided to declare any conflict of interest

= Typical evidence =

tbc

--[[User:Azita_Dezfouli|Azita Dezfouli]] 16:30, 10 Jan 2018 (BST)

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-17T15:00:22Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.

BREEAM APs to record all their meeting minutes and correspondence with the project team to demonstrate progress against BREEAM targets

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

If a different person provides BREEAM AP support to the contractors at construction stage, they should record and keep handover notes from the design stage BREEAM AP to include in the evidence documents

BREEAM AP to provide regular site attendance and project meetings to ensure construction and installations are in line with the targeted BREEAM standards

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked at:

RIBA stage 2 - if all the AP correspondence are documented?

Continues, to be completed

= Tools and resources =

tbc

= Tips and best practice =

tbc

= Typical evidence =

tbc

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BREEAM Sustainability champion

2018-01-10T16:30:17Z

Azita Dezfouli:

= Aim and benefits =

The BREEAM Sustainability Champion AKA BREEAM AP helps to achieve project's BREEAM targets and maximise opportunities for project performance

= When to consider =

The earlier in the design process the better - at Concept Design stage (RIBA stage 0-2)

= Step by step guidance =

== RIBA stage 0-2 ==

* Client to appoint BREEAM AP
* BREEAM AP should attend a key design team meeting and/or preferably run a separate BREEAM workshop session to set BREEAM targets and identify potential opportunities and challenging credits. A proactive BREEAM AP would list those credits which require actions at early stages and liaise with relevant consultants in charge to unsure documents are created prior to RIBA stage 2 freeze.
* BREEAM assessor, if appointed at this time, or the BREEAM AP could run a BREEAM Pre-assessment based on the design documents at RIBA stage 2. This is useful to check the project against BREEAM performance and individual credit performance. The pre-assessment report is also helpful for planning or funding applications

== RIBA stage 3-4 ==

BREEAM AP should attend the key design team meetings as a minimum to ensure BREEAM performance targets are not lost.

It is advised

== RIBA stage 5-6 ==

== ==

= Questions to ask while seeking compliance =

The main issues for this credit compliance is to have proper and clear meeting minutes and communication documents to demonstrate involvement of the BREEAM AP. So the questions to be asked at:

RIBA stage 2 - if all the AP correspondence are documented?

Continues, to be completed

= Tools and resources =

tbc

= Tips and best practice =

tbc

= Typical evidence =

tbc

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