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Do you have an idea for something that the chapter could do to make membership even more valuable? We’d love to hear about it. valarieh@pacbell.net
Annual joint Los Angeles & Orange County CSI meeting EDUCATION SEMINARS
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Certification Preparation Classes CDT, CCS, CCCA, CCPR exams
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Welcome to 2012 By Patrick Comerford, LACSI President
educational seminars were held in the iconic ballrooms throughout this architecturally significant property. The lineup of programs was particularly well conceived, timely, and informative. Exhibitors were rewarded with a particularly large group of professionals visiting the trade show floor area.
With the passing of another year, I have taken a look at our performance and value to the The golf tournament held in October at the members of the Los Angeles Chapter of CSI. Brookside golf course in Pasadena was another Not only have I reviewed the success of your well attended successful event. There were Board of Directors and more than 100 golfers Committee Chairs, but who enjoyed spectacular my own performance fall southern California 2012 brings about significant, as temporary leader of weather in the shadow ambitious, and innovative this group. As you can of the Rose Bowl. The imagine, not all chapter initiatives. The advancement in collegial environment at activities were equally communications technology allows this event always makes it successful. However, we the chapter to share by webinar, the a highlight of my CSI year. did some things well that proceedings of any chapter function. should be commended. 2011 brought about many changes for The Certification our chapter’s board Committee (a subgroup of directors. Jay Norsten was appointed to of the Education Committee), had a successful complete the unfinished term of Michael Fuller. series of Saturday preparation classes taught at We welcomed elected new members Josh USC Capital Programs Building in downtown Los Reed and Teena Santiago, who are now coAngeles. For most of the winter, this group of chairs for the Membership Committee, taking dedicated professionals and industry members over from legacy member Valarie Harris. Their instructed students in the core philosophies efforts are critical to the health of the chapter. of CSI. This commitment is at the heart of the Another significant changing of the guard took mission statement for the Los Angeles Chapter, place with our Website Committee. Tan Diep as well as the Institute core philosophy. and Christina Alfaro took responsibility for the LACSI website and because the transition The LA CSI Nite 2011 had a wonderful was unexpected, we experienced ‘growing turnout for the second year in a row. The pains’ with a particularly steep learning curve. historic Biltmore Hotel hosted our event. The
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However, LACSI.org is now fully functional and once again a source of timely, accurate, and substantial information. The Board of Directors has put in place a few programs which allow the chapter to function more efficiently and account for our activities more transparently. Most of the BOD meetings and many of the committee meetings are conducted by webinar format. 2012 brings about significant, ambitious, and innovative initiatives. The advancement in communications technology allows the chapter to share by webinar, the proceedings of any chapter function. Using GoTo Meeting to broadcast LACSI events, seminars, dinner meetings, and committee meetings allows more members to participate without the burden of LA’s most famous characteristic - traffic. The most ambitious program (using this webinar tool) is providing CDT certification classes. The award-winning Saturday classes at USC are instructed by a group of volunteer teachers committed to presenting the basic framework of CSI principles and formats in a classroom setting. Typically, LACSI has between 15 – 20 attendees at these classes. We intend to have this program implemented by January 15, 2012 and offer this training remotely to additional students, who may be CDT candidates unable to attend the training classes in person. Our research 3
JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2012 indicates that webinar classes done live are more effective than recorded sessions. LACSI plans to offer the same CDT Training to public agencies using the same technique during the week. This program should reach a targeted audience who would be unable to get the training live on Saturdays. This strategy offers an alternate program running concurrently with the Saturday programs to a group who otherwise would not participate. This promotes outreach to potential members using education and certification as incentive. This past year has taught us many lessons. First, the same method of conducting chapter affairs will no longer serve the needs of our membership. We are vulnerable to falling back into the old habits of static communication and physical presence being criteria of evaluating member participation. This method places an unnecessary time and financial burden on our members ( which will only reduce participation and increase member attrition ). Secondly, the consistent use of the website for news, registration, and social media conversation will change the way the chapter communicates. Making the communication continuous and timely, the membership should be better informed of chapter affairs, thus feeling more engaged and included. As always, please let us know if you have any suggestions, opinions, or concerns with this direction. Thank you, Patrick 4
JANUARY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
2012 MCGRAW-HILL CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK
ANNUAL JOINT LOS ANGELES & ORANGE COUNTY CSI MEETING Join LACSI and OCCSI for our annual joint Chapter Meeting and netwokring. The presentation will be up-to-date research by McGraw-Hill Construction Information Group. Learn what driving forces lie ahead in 2012 for the Southern California economy and construction industry in our region.
ABOUT OUR PRESENTER Mr. Brewis is responsible for the newsgathering operation of McGrawHill Construction/Dodge, and is a frequent speaker on the construction forecast. He has over 30 years experience in construction with over 25 years at McGraw-Hill in both sales and operations. Cliff is a graduate in Economics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and earned his MBA at American University in Washington D.C. Cliff Brewis Honorary AIACC Senior Vice President & Western Region Director of Operations for McGraw-Hill
ABOUT OUR HOST ORCO Block Company has provided the foundation on which much of Southern California is built and is one of the top-ten concrete block manufacturers in the nation. ORCO produces over 500 stock items, including masonry units and paving stones with an emphasis on product research and development, quality control testing and support of technical studies.
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TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2012 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Tours and Social Dinner and Announcements Program
RESERVATIONS Reservations are a must. Go to www.lacsi.org Free $20 $20
For LACSI members with reservations For non-members with reservations For LACSI members without reservations
LOCATION ORCO Block Company 11100 Beach Blvd. Stanton, CA 90680
PARKING Plenty of free parking
PROGRAM CHAIRMAN Ed Buch, CSI, CCS, AIA and Annette Wren
Please note the ORANGE COUNTY CHAPTER meets on Tuesdays and this joint Chapter meeting will be on a Tuesday.
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J A N U AI RNY -J FAENBURAURAYR Y 2 0 1 2 SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012 8:30 am 9:00 am to noon
The California Green Building Code This half-day seminar covers the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code, CALGreen, Part 11 of CCR Title 24, mandating green building requirements for non-residential
Registration Continental Breakfast Seminar
LOCATION Pacific Community Center 501 South Pacific Avenue Glendale, CA 91201
occupancies. This class will review code requirements, explain how CALGreen interacts
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with other parts of CCR Title 24 and distinguish the relationship between CALGreen and the voluntary assessment systems such as LEED. Other topics such as how CAL Green was
$35 $55
developed and how it has transitioned from the voluntary 2008 CGBSC will be
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covered. Get up to speed with these regulations that became effective January 1, 2011 and learn how to implement them in your projects.
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PARKING SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF GLENDALE ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Jay Elbettar, P.E., C.B.O., LEED AP
Mr. Elbettar is the Building Official for the City of Mission Viejo, and has served as the Building Department Director for the City of Newport Beach, the Building Official for the City of Glendale, and served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He holds degrees in civil and structural engineering, is a registered professional engineer, a certified building official, a plans examiner, a commercial building inspector, and a LEED professional. He is past president of California Building Officials, and is on the State of California Hospital Building Safety Board, the ICC Board for International Professional Standards, the ICC-ES Board of Managers and the State of California Seismic Safety Commission. Jay received the ICC 2010 Gerald H. Jones Code Official of the year award. Jay’s expert knowledge of codes and standards is combined with hands-on experience in design and construction.
Free street parking on Riverdale Drive and Kenilworth Avenue
REGISTRATION www.lacsi.org
QUESTIONS Contact Kathryn Marek 213.593.8496 kathryn.marek@aecom.com
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Certification Preparation Classes: CDT, CCS, CCCA, CCPR exams
SATURDAYS, JAN 21 - MARCH 17, 2012 9:00 am to noon
Prep Classes
SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012 8:00 am to noon
Mock Exam
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ENERGIZE YOUR CAREER
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Review of AIA 201
LOCATION USC, Capital Construction Development 3434 S. Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90089
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GAIN VALUABLE KNOWLEDGE CSI certifications are an excellent, industry-recognized way to enhance your professional skills and gain increased recognition in the design and construction community. Certification demonstrates a superior level of understanding, professional commitment, credibility, knowledge, and experience in construction documents.
MEET GREAT PEOPLE LACSI is offering its 2012 series of certification preparation classes for architects, specifiers, engineers, contractors, manufacturer’s representatives, construction managers, and others interested in continuing their professional development and energizing their careers. All classes are taught by architects, specifiers, and product representatives who have passed the exams.
CLASS MAY BE TAKEN VIA LIVE WEBINAR ON SATURDAY MORNINGS
“Education costs money, but then so does ignorance.”
$135 $150 $ 50
LACSI Members Non-members Mock Exam Only
AIA/CES Credits 3.0 0.3
AIA CEUs/LUs per session CSI CENs per session
PARKING Free street parking on Grand Avenue
REGISTRATION www.lacsi.org
QUESTIONS Contact
George Balteria 818-262-4512
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Putting the pieces together requires a team. The team has to grasp how the pieces fit togther and be fully prepared to deliver their individual parts to the project. Todays technology demands new skills of each participant. Construction delivery methods require collaboration. LACSI NITE Product Show & Seminars will bring together in a single afternoon, seasoned presenters and product manaufacturers whose focus will be how we particpate as collaborators today and contribute to a project’s sucessful outcome.
Seminar Topics
QA & QC Project Delvery Industry Interest - Evolving Practices: Shop Drawings & Other Submittals New Application Systems for Construction Admin Phase Work New Developments in BIM
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Registration & Exhibitor Set-up Seminar A1 & A2 Seminar B Product Show & hors d’oeuvres Seminar C
LOCATION Marriott Los Angeles Downtown 333 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90071
COST Free $795 $895 $ 15 $ 35
Professionals Exhibitors registered by Jan 20th Exhibitors registered after Jan 20th
Electrical Add exhibitor attendees
Exhibitors fees includes two attendees
AIA/CES Credits 1 LU/HSW per each seminar hour attaended
REGISTRATION
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Matt Stephens CDT, LEED AP 310-344-9923 matt@triton-ca.com
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I.E. PROJECTS: INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC DELIVERY FOR FASTER BETTER PROJECTS QA & QC Project Delivery Bill Schmalz AIA, CCCA, LEED AP, is a principal at Perkins+Will. In his role as technical director of the Los Angeles office, he oversees delivery, including documentation, quality control, and contract administration.
Jay Zalan is currently the VDC Director of BIM at Perkowitz+Ruth Architects & Studio-111, Jay brings unique and qualified insights into the business and creative processes of Architecture. Mr. Zallan has over 20 years of Architecture experience and enjoys a varied and diverse portfolio, as well as being a large-format Fine Art Painter. Co-President of the Los Angeles Revit Users Group, AUGIworld magazine’s Revit Architecture Content Manager, Graphic Standard BIM Advisory Board member and a frequent lecturer on creativity, architectural practices and virtual design and construction. Jay presents at Autodesk University, Revit Technology Conference and a guest lecturer at the University of South California, LACMA, as well as other industry and AIA events.
Industry Interest - Evolving Practices: Shop Drawings & Other Submittals Debra Girod is a partner at Gruen Associates, a 65 person broad-based planning and architectural firm. During her 24 years at Gruen, her primary focus has been in the execution of large-scale, significant civil and cultural projects including courthouses, embassies, performing arts centers, museums, libraries and transportation projects, performed trough a variety of project delivery systems. Ms. Gerod is a Regent of the California Architectural Foundation and serves on the National Affiliate Council for the ACE Mentor program. She holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado/Boulder.
New Application Systems for Construction Administration Phase Work Steve Will is Sales Manager for Submittal Exchange, a leading provider of Integrated Project Collaboration (IPC) software for design collaboration, construction communications, and LEED project management. Submittal Exchange’s solutions are used by over 40,000 design and construction professionals worldwide. He is an articulate advocate for the use of technology to advance the constructiobn industry and has previously presented Submittal Exchange solutions to the largest design firms in the nation. His 20+ years of technology experience has been a valuable resource for the thousands of projects utilizing the Submittal Exchange.
Intergating Specs and BIM is Real! Mark Kalin FCSI, FAIA, CCS of Kalin Associates Specifications, Boston MA will present case studies illustrating the integration of spec information into building information models. This will include the buildingSMARTSpecifier’s Property Information Exchange (SPie) spreadsheets, integrating specs with finish schedules, bi-directional information exchange, even subcontractor’s tagging of objects with specification attributes. Mark a nationally recognized specification consultant, currently Chair of CSI’s National Technical Committee and a leader in the development of specifications for BIM. 9
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Elements of an Indoor Air Quality Management Plan By Kelly McArthur Ingalls, CSI, CDT, LEED AP Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plans are incorporated into the project requirements for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED速) projects and other sustainable building programs. The intent of IAQ procedures is to coordinate field strategies to minimize the impact of construction particulates from contaminating the building envelope, and the HVAC systems during installation. The IAQ plan also attempts to reduce the impact of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) on the completed building interior elements, on construction workers, future building occupants, and visitors to the building. The IAQ Management Plan sets forth guidelines and requirements for the Contractor, its employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and other workers on the site. The IAQ plan provides Contractor requirements during construction and before occupancy. This article deals with the IAQ plan during construction (Indoor Environmental
The plan is
Quality credit EQc3.1), and it based on LEED for New Construction (LEED-NC) Version 2009 and other LEED rating systems. IAQ measures are also included in the California 2010 Green Building Standards Code (CalGreen). See Appendix A5 Nonresidential Voluntary Measures, Section A5.504.1.2. Specifying IAQ: IAQ requirements may be specified in the General Requirements Division 01, Section 01 35 46 Indoor Air Quality Procedures, as a separate section dealing with IAQ Management. LEED projects often include IAQ management in Section 01 35 63 LEED Certification Project Requirements. The specification should include, at a minimum: Contractor submittal requirements for IAQ plan; when the plan is to be submitted; relationship to LEED credits (i.e. EQc3.1), responsibility for completion of LEED Letter Template and backup documentation (both narrative document and photographs as discussed below); implementation of five (5) SMACNA procedures (discussed below); com-
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Kelly McArthur Ingalls, CSI, CDT, LEED AP is the past chair of the LA/CSI Sustainability Committee. He is the president of KMI Building Industry Consulting, Inc., which specializes in LEED consulting, green specifications, and green building public education. For more infomration: www. kmibuilding.com munication of plan at construction kickoff and progress meetings; and submittal of MERV filtration media product data. IAQ Documentation Narrative: For purposes of LEED, the IAQ Plan includes a narrative document that describes the strategies implemented by the Contactor during the 10
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Exhibit 1 - SMACNA 3.2 HVAC Duct Protection: Ducts taped off to prevent construction particulates from entering the HVAC system. Location: Ground Floor. Photo Taken June 2009
construction period and prior to occupancy. The plan is further supported by a report with annotated photographic documentation. All five (5) SMACNA procedures discussed below should be included in the LEED IAQ plan.
as VOCs and other odors. Includes covering open ends of installed HVAC with plastic and taping off ductwork. See also 3.5 Housekeeping, which includes protecting stored HVAC units.
IAQ Plan Photographs: Includes a set of 18 photographs taken 3 times during construction to document the five (5) SMACNA procedures (described below). Documentation should include captions noting the SMACNA procedure that is being followed, dates taken, and locations within the building. SMACNA IAQ Plan Requirements: SMACNA is the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association, Inc. The SMACNA Reference Standard is the SMACNA IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction, Chapter 3 Control Measures, Second Edition November 2007. This document can be obtained on a subscription basis from www.smacna.org. As the title indicates, the SMACNA control measures have been developed to maintain acceptable indoor air quality for currently-occupied buildings undergoing renovation and/or building additions. However, LEED uses the SMANA control measures as the reference standards for new construction projects that may be unoccupied as well.
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SMACNA Control Measures: SMACNA The Chapter 3 includes five (5) control measures that are required for LEED projects, and which may be used as guidelines for other sustainable buildings. See sample photos and captions (Exhibits 1 - 6 below):
SMACNA 3.3 Source Control: Establishes procedures for using specified low-emitting products that minimize indoor air pollutants during construction and the occupancy phase. Materials with low volatile organic compounds (low-VOC) adhesives, sealants, paints, coatings,
SMACNA 3.2 HVAC Protection: Includes prevention of deposition of dust and other particulates in HVAC ducts and equipment, as well Exhibit 2 SMACNA 3.3 Source Control, Product Substitution: Typical Low-VOC Adhesives and Sealants Used During Construction reduces impact of VOCs for construction staff as well as future occupants. See EQc4.1 List of Adhesives and Sealants for complete list. Photo Taken August 2010
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carpet systems, composite wood and agrifiber that are free of added urea-formaldehyde resins, cleaning solutions, wall coverings, and furniture/systems furnishings are among the types of materials that may be included to achieve source control. These materials are documented in LEED credits EQc4.1 through EQc4.4. However, samples of VOC-compliant materials may be included in the approach for SMACNA Source Control (measure 3.3.1 Product Substitution). Modifying equipment operation (i.e. equipment exhaust) and work practices (i.e. dust control from sanding) may also effectively reduce particulates, VOCs, and other odors within the enclosed building. SMACNA 3.4 Pathway Interruption: Includes preventing construction workers and site visitors from entering and tracking construc-
tion particulates into completed and cleaned work areas. This is particularly important after the building has been enclosed, windows and doors have been installed, and the weatherproofing is complete. Signs should be installed informing workers and visitors about the IAQ plan. Because sitework is often completed toward the end of construction, it is important to prevent soils from being tracked into the building entrances with measures such as placing gravel beds outside entrances, temporary walk-off mats, and egular interior cleaning near entrances. Also, include “no smoking� sinage during construction.
SUSTAINABILITY COMMITEE tion of construction particulates into building. Protect stored HVAC ductwork, other construction materials such as drywall, and dry bagged materials. Prevent particulates and VOCs from accumulating in building interior areas such as insulated walls and ceiling plenums. Protect on-site stored materials, both outside of the building and within the building. This is especially important before the building has been enclosed; for example drywall stored within an unenclosed building when windows and doors have not been installed must be protected from wet weather conditions by fully enclosing in plastic.
Exhibit 4 - SMACNA 3.5 Housekeeping: Protection on-site stored materials from construction particulates and moisture damage. Location: Dozer quarters. Taken December 2010
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SMACNA 3.6 Scheduling: Includes scheduling work activities to minimize VOCs and construction particulates within the work area: construction sequencing will reduce absorption of VOCs by porous materials. Application of wet and odorous materials such as paints, sealants, and coatings, to be completed before installation of absorbent “sink” materials such as ceiling tiles and carpets.
items or exterior punchlist items that could have an impact on the building interior. If the HVAC system is started up prior to completion of construction, MERV 8 filters must be in place
and replaced prior to occupancy. MERV 13 filters are included with LEED credit EQc5 Indoor Chemical Source and Pollutant Source Control, and technically they are not part of the EQc3.1/ IAQ Plan during construction. They are to be installed in regularly occupied areas of the building and applied to process both return air and outside air that is delivered as supply air. Important Considerations for Implementing IAQ Plans (Lessons Learned)
MERV Filtration Media: MERV is the Measured Efficiency Rating Value for air filtration media that is installed in air handling units (AHUs), HVAC units, return air grills, and supply air grills. The MERV value for filters can be obtained from manufacturer product data sheets and products packaging and labels.
The following are observations and real-time experience with implementing over 20 LEED projects. Particularly important measures which are must be adequately followed on construction sites include:
LEED-NC Version 2009 requires that if permanently installed air handlers are used during construction, MERV 8 or better filters are installed at each return air grill, as determined by ASHRAE Standard 52.2.-1999 (with errata but without addenda). All filtration media must be replaced immediately prior to occupancy. Defining “End of Construction”: It is important to be clear about what is meant by “end of construction” for purposes of the IAQ plan. Construction is complete when all dust-generating activities and VOC-generating work are completed, as well as interior punchlist
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Exhibit 5 - SMACNA 3.5 Housekeeping, work areas kept clean during construction to prevent construction particulates from entering the building and HVAC system; and SMACNA 3.4 Pathway Interruption to prevent workers from tracking particulates into clean areas. 2nd Floor Restroom. Photo Taken August 2010
Communication of IAQ Plan and Subcontractor Sign Off: The specifications for IAQ plans require the Contractor to submit an IAQ plan at a designated time following the start of Work. It is important that the plan is submitted and approved well before the start of installation of HVAC by the subcontractor. The Contractor should communicate the plan to the HVAC subcontractor and all other subcontractors and suppliers that will be involved in work within the weatherproofing of the building. The plan should be a discussion item on the general construction kick-off agenda. A copy of the plan should be provided at the HVAC kick-off meeting and updates on status should be
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covered in weekly job meetings. It is advisable to have subcontractors sign a confirmation letter that they have read the IAQ plan and agree to implement its procedures. Note that the HVAC subcontractor may be responsible for confirming that the SMACNA measures are being incorporated as regards ductwork protection, protection of on-site stored HVAC, housekeeping, MERV filtration media that will be installed, and the sequence of installation of filtration media. Implementing all five (5) SMACNA Control Measures: There may be a misconception among contractors that IAQ plans are limited to covering and taping off HVAC ducts during construction. Often HVAC subcontractors will protect installed ductwork as a standard practice. However, all five (5) of the procedures discussed above must be implemented. Stored Materials: Assure that stored materials, such as uninstalled HVAC ductwork are protected on both ends with plastic sheeting and taped off. Completely cover all stored drywall products, particularly when the building is unenclosed and they may be exposed to moisture and construction particulates. Protect dry bagged materials when stored on site. Avoid storing materials outdoors and exposed to the elements. Housekeeping: When interior work starts, and after the building has been enclosed, housekeeping is particularly important. Interior cleaning is specified in Section 01 74 13 Progress Cleaning and Section 01 72 23 Final Cleaning. The extent of cleaning, frequency of cleaning, and parties to cleaning for the IAQ plan should be included in these sections and cross-referenced with Section 01 35 46 Indoor Air Quality Procedures. Clear and complete specifications may avoid misunderstanding among subcontractors over the extent (how clean, which areas, hard to reach areas, cleaning above ceilExhibit 6 SMACNA 3.6 Scheduling: Wet materials (i.e. paints and coatings) were applied prior to dry materials such as acoustic ceiling panels and carpet tiles, to reduce absorption of VOCs by porous materials. Location: 2nd Floor Offices. Photo Taken August 2010. 14
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ings); how often must work areas be cleaned (weekly, daily, or immediately after work in an area is complete). When several trades are working in an area, responsibility for cleaning must be made clear. Field verification of Low-VOC materials: LowVOC materials are formally approved for use on the project through the submittal process. Contractually, materials may not be installed on a project unless they have been approved, and non-approved products may be removed from the project. Field verification of materials with VOCs are an important part of an effective IAQ plan. Based on LEED documentation that is compiled during the submittal process, an approved list of all VOC materials can be developed and checked against submittals as they are installed within the building. Photo documentation of containers of adhesives, sealants, paints, and coatings during installation is helpful. Product data sheets for MERV Filtration Media: Assure that the product data sheets for MERV filtration media are submitted and approved in conjunction with HVAC equipment submittals and for the return air and supply air grills. Assure that the filter housings are sized to accept the MERV filters (i.e. 2� or greater filter depth). Schedule the startup Sequence of MERV filtration media installation: One of the critical issues for installing MERV 8 and MERV 13 filtration
media is coordination with HVAC startup, testing and balancing, and building flush out or IAQ testing. This article addresses installation of MERV filtration during construction, and a subsequent article will address the flushout or IAQ testing procedures (LEED EQc3.2). Assure that if the HVAC system is started up before construction is complete (discussed above), the MERV 8 filtration media or better filters are installed at each return air grill. Include the IAQ plan in the closeout schedule to reflect the planned dates for HVAC startup, installation of MERV 8 filters, and replacement of filters immediately prior to occupancy. Cost Implications: IAQ plans are increasingly specified for LEED and other sustainable building projects, or as an industry standard to comply with SMACNA requirements. Potential project costs associated with IAQ plan may include: HVAC Protection: Materials and labor to seal off HVAC ducts during installation and to protect on-site stored HVAC materials. Housekeeping: Labor costs associated with progress cleaning, and final cleaning costs. IAQ Administration: Costs to document the IAQ plan by preparing the narrative and final report, as well as costs for compiling annotated photo documentation records. Summary: Indoor Air Quality Management Plans are increasingly implemented by Owners,
SUSTAINABILITY COMMITEE Architects, specifiers, and Contractors on LEED and sustainable building projects to reduce the impact of construction particulates, VOCs, on construction workers, future building occupants, and visitors. The IAQ plan used during construction includes adherence to all five (5) SMACNA control measures. The IAQ plan is documented with a narrative as well as set of annotated photographs. Real-time observations after implementation of IAQ plans on actual LEED projects indicates that the areas of concern are: making sure that all five (5) SMACNA procedures are implemented and properly documented for a project; assuring that on-site stored materials are fully protected to avoid damage from moisture and other construction particulates; improving housekeeping after interior work has started and particularly after the building has been enclosed; field verification to assure that VOCs installed in the building are cross-checked with approved submittals; and assuring that the IAQ plan has been communicated clearly to subcontractors and that they have acknowledged the plan. Cost considerations for IAQ plans are: time and materials for HVAC duct protection by subcontractors; housekeeping; administration of the plan; and LEED documentation. Š Copyright Kelly McArthur Ingalls. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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D. Michael Fuller 1953 - 2011
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Michael Fuller passed away at home on Monday, November 21, 2011 surrounded by his family and friends. A recent Past President of LACSI, Michael devoted countless hours of his time and energy to strengthening the Los Angeles Chapter. A trained, licensed, and practicing architect, Mike was born in Birmingham Alabama, and follwed in the footsteps of his father who was also a trained architect. In his career at HOK and Leo A Daly he worked on a wide variety of commercial and institutional projects. When asked what his favorite project was, the answer was swift and certain: “The CA work for The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.” He found true delight in the mixture of spiritual things with construction things. The Cathedral opened in 2002. Michael Fuller was a treasure. He touched the lives and careers of so many people in the construction community. We were very fortunate, at CSI, to call Michael one of our own. His passion for the architectural profession was evident and it made him a tremendous ambassador for CSI. His drive for professional enrichment drew people together. Many of us met Michael at a CSI education program in the lobby of HOK, greeted with his warm Southern smile. Many of us were also charmed by Michael into volunteering for some task or committee without knowing it until it was too late.
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or excluded. Michael was selfless yet never self-righteous about it. He was positive even when the rhetoric was pervasively negative. Michael did not always agree with you, however he was never demeaning or degrading in his disagreement. He respected dissenting points of view no matter how ill advised or partially informed his debating opponent’s position was. Michael was an idealist. With his smiling face and twinkling blue eyes, he absolutley cherished noble principles, higher goals and he could clearly see things as they could be, even while recognising things were not always as they should be. His unwavering sense of right and wrong was genuinely comforting because he lived his principles. Raised in Alabama by parents
who were very active in the 1960’s Civil Rights movement he learned the importance of standing up for others. He went out of his way to help the less fortunate every chance he could. And he did so with great dignity. Any remembrance of Michael would be incomplete without without mentioning his favorite teacher and author Eckhart Tole. Michael held in his own heart what Eckhart describes as, “the experience that who we really are, is infinitely greater than who we think we are.” Michael’s caring personality was never more evident than in the last 13 months. Diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, in typical Michael Fuller fashion he was upbeat. Michael was extremely appreciative
of the staff at Cedars-Sinai Hospital and the expert physicians who were treating him. He approched each change in his condition with dignity, class, and humility. He knew how to put people at ease by explaining his treatments and his overall good health. The only time he waivered from this positive tone was expressing the sadness of sime unfinished business with the family he loved so dearly. In late November 2011, hundreds of Michael’s freinds and family gathered to pay their final respects at St, Brendan Church in Los Angeles. It was standing room only. Michael is survived by his wife Mary Ellen, his daughter Emily, his sister Carolyn Fuller and her husband Bill McAvinney. Thank you Michael for giving us an example of a life lived with ideals and love. We will miss you.
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IN REMEMBERANCE
Dear CSI Members and Colleagues: My daughter Emily and I would like to thank each and every one of you for coming to Michael’s service. I was completely overwhelmed by the attendance at Mike’s memorial service. I was particularly impressed with the many CSI members that showed up that day. There were over 400 attendees at the church and I must have met 150 CSI members that day. Michael loved CSI and he loved his work as an architect. He loved being of service to CSI and taking care of CSI business. He would have been so proud to see you all there. Finally, I would like to thank Patrick Cumerford and Laura Sellmer for their kindness and friendship over this past year and for coming by to see Michael until the very end. You both have been great support to Emily and I and we will never forget. Thank you again CSI and God Bless You All,
In lieu of flowers Michael requested that donations be made to Fairwind Yacht Club in Marina Del Rey to support its charitable work helping “at risk” kids. Michael was an avid sailor who loved the ocean, “Fast & Fun.” provides sailing safety training for hundreds of “at risk” kids each year. Participants learn sailing and seamanship skills with challenging and fun experiences to build self-esteem, interpersonal communication and critical thinking skills. Fairwind Yacht Club Attention: Vice Commodore P.O. Box 12684 Marina Del Rey, CA 90295-3684 Please make notation on Check: Angelsea Donation
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AWAR DS LACSI HONORED WITH OUTSTANDING CHAP TE R COMME NDATION
Jerry L. Pozo, BS ,CSI, CDT Architectural/Technical Consultant
LACSI is very proud to announce Institute’s recognition with an OUTSTANDING CHAPTER COMMENDATION The pre-requisites alone form an impressive roster of Chapter activities that qualified LACSI to be considered. Just as a starting point, Institute looks at a chapter’s leadership, bylaws, budget procedures, chapter operations, membership meetings, education programs and member communication. From there, a chapter must demonstrate a collaborative approach within the construction industry, holding joint events with similar organizations while conducting outreach to non-members, students and other CSI chapters. Mentoring for certifications, committee work, social activities,
A special thanks to Kathy Greenway who prepared and submitted LACSI’s curriculum vitae for Institute’s review which resulted in the chapter commendation.
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communication, networking and member participation in Region and Institute activities is also evaluated. Institute’s Outstanding Chapter Commendation represents a daunting body of work. To the dedicated professionals who generously contribute their experience and talent making LACSI what it is—an outstanding chapter—thank you.
On September 16th, in Chicago, Patrick Commerford accepted the Communications Award from CSI President, Dennis J. Hall, FCSI, CCS, CCCA, FAIA, SCIP and later shared the recognition with Laura Sellmer. 19
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A Special Thanks
A celebration with delicious white cake
At LACSI’s December Board Meeting, Marilyn Smith. CSI, CDT, CCS. AIA, SCIP, was recognised for her outstanding contribution to the Chapter, espcially her passionate dedication to the education and certificfation programs. Marilyn has been a “game changer” for LACSI offering the kind of leadership and intelligence that drives an organization to acheive great things. LACSI’s certification education programs have been among the best in the country and we have Marilyn to thank for her time, her commitment and her boundless enthuiasm for specifications.
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MISSION The Mission of the Los Angeles Chapter of The Construction Specifications Institute is to provide its members the opportunity to share information about materials and methods of construction, and to promote improved preparation, delivery and use of construction documents. The Chapter fosters the professional development of its members and provides service to the construction industry by promoting education, research, certification, recognition of outstanding accomplishments, and networking opportunities within the Chapter, Region, Institute, and construction industry.
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