Building Systems Commissioning
Using a systematic approach to verify all systems are operating per contract requirements, commissioning ensures fully functional building. By testing the performance of all building systems, and tracking and mitigating all issues, NEBB’s approach goes above and beyond the standard commissioning process.
The NEBB Building Systems Commissioning (Cx) program affords assurance to building owners, architects, engineers and other agents that systems, sub-systems, equipment and interfaces with other building systems are installed, tested, and are operating in compliance with contract documents and within the scope of design requirements.
NEBB Certification in Building Systems Commissioning provides firms highly competent in their field and promotes proper execution of projects by ensuring compliance with NEBB procedural standards.
The Building Systems Commissioning program builds upon NEBB’s knowledge and expertise in certifying firms invidious disciplines in the HVAC industry. The NEBB Procedural Standards for Building Systems Commissioning provides comprehensive guidance to a systematic development and implementation of commissioning. It describes organization, planning, procedures, and methods to verify and document that performance of building systems is (or is not) in conformance with building specifications and contract documents.
Building Systems Commissioning Certification Requirements
NEBB’s Building Systems Commissioning program provides certification of firms and individuals that meet the criteria established by NEBB.
Building Systems Commissioning Certification Requirements for Firms
NEBB certifies firms to ensure strict compliance to its high standards and procedures. Each Certified Firm must meet an array of criteria, including:
- Have operated for a minimum period of 12 months continuously with an employee as an engineeringfirm; mechanical contractor; plumbing contractor; fire protection contractor; electrical contractor; testing contractor; or an adjusting and balancing (TAB) contractor.
- Enjoy a reputation for responsible performance. Six letters of endorsement from building owners or contract awarding authorities in the firm's area are required.
- Be a member in good standing of a local NEBB Chapter.
- Own the BSC instruments which are required for NEBB certification in Building Systems Commissioning.
- Possess the current NEBB Standards for Building Systems Commissioning.
- Designate in writing the Designated Certified Professional who will represent the firm and be responsible for the administration of Building Systems Commissioning
