Tag: Standards

Changes to ductwork sealing practices and expanded ozone-friendly refrigerants are on the horizon.

BOMA 2017 For Office Buildings: Standard Methods of Measurement reflects changes within the commercial real estate industry since the standard’s prior release in 2010.

Based on best practices gained through decades of experience, courses are provided at no cost and most are certified for BICSI Continuing Education Credits.

The International Solar Energy Provisions (ISEP) Commentary provides expert commentary to help understand solar energy provisions.

IWBI celebrated the milestone by launching Build WELL, a new mobile app which contains the entire WELL Building Standard in a navigable mobile format.

IFMA joins facility management advocates around the world in celebrating the publication of a third standard impacting the facility management industry in under six months.

A look at the American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel, what it consists of, and why it is so important.

Up to 60% of commercial low-slope roofs are due for re-roof or significant maintenance, according to a recent survey.

The streamlined certification pathway for multiple existing buildings will leverage efficiencies and drive health and wellness improvements across portfolios.

The recently launched academy offers a web-based curriculum with instruction on tools to manage commercial real estate data.

Water-based fire protection is addressed with NFPA 25, a standard for inspections of system wear and tear.

These voluntary, consensus standards focus on vocabulary for FM and strategic sourcing for facility management professionals.

Released toward the end of 2016, the revised ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1 includes several significant lighting modifications.

The EPA’s recommendations, which guide U.S. government procurement practices, now include The Carpet and Rug Institute’s GLP certification program.

A new study reveals that 71% of tested rubber wheelchair ramps do not meet ADA requirements.

WiredScore’s Wired Certification Guidelines for Commercial Developments and Redevelopments provides standards for designing buildings to meet tenants’ current and future technology demands.

According to recent analysis by Pacific Northwest National Laboratories (PNNL) in support of the U.S. Department of Energy Building Energy Codes Program, more than 30% energy savings can be achieved using the new version — compared to the 2004 baseline.

The ICC theme for 2017 Building Safety Month, celebrated in May, is Code Officials: Partners in Community Safety and Economic Growth.

Paya Lebar Quarter is the city’s first project to register for the new global building standard focused on occupant well-being and productivity.

Keep America Beautiful, U.S. Composting Council along with other nonprofits and government agencies recommend designating green as the color standard for organics collection containers.