Fundamental Building Systems Commissioning - EAp1 Intent To verify that the project's energy-related systems are installed and calibrated to perform according to the owner's project requirements (OPR), the basis-of-design and construction documents. Benefits of commissioning include reduced energy use, lower operating costs, fewer contractor callbacks, better building documentation, improved occupant productivity and verification that the systems perform in accordance with the OPR Requirements Implement all of the following fundamental best practice commissioning procedures: Engage an individual as the commissioning authority (CxA) to lead, review and oversee the completion of the commissioning process activities Review basis-of-design documentation for clarity and completeness Embed commissioning requirements into construction documents Develop and implement a commissioning plan Verify the installation and functional performance of the systems Verify training and operation and maintenance documentation Complete a summary commissioning report The intent and requirements described on this webpage are paraphrased from the copyrighted works of the USGBC "LEED 2009 for New Construction and Major Renovations Rating System November 2008", and, the CAGBC "LEED Rating System & Addendum for New Construction and Major Renovations LEED Canada-NC version 1.0 December 2004", and are presented here strictly for informational purposes and are not intended to supplant or be used in place of the original copyrighted works.