**The Washington State Energy Code:**

**Training and Publication**

**Support for the Residential Code**

**by**

**Bruce D. Carter**

Washington State University

Cooperative Extension Energy Program

Prepared under an Exemplary Award

for the U.S. Department of Energy's

Building Standards and Guidelines Program

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January 1997

WSU/EEP 97-005

This case study is one in a series documenting successful building
energy code programs for use by other states as technical assistance
models in support of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Building
Standards and Guidelines Program.

The primary issue addressed by the Program (and other programs at DOE)
is that new commercial and residential buildings being designed, built
and occupied do not use currently available, technically feasible, and
economically justified technologies and practices to eliminate the
wasteful use of energy. The Program seeks to advance the
energy-conserving design and construction of buildings by promoting and
assisting the development and implementation of energy efficient codes
and standards that are technically feasible, economically justified and
environmentally beneficial. These activities are required of DOE by
Title III of the Energy Conservation and Production Act as amended by
the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT). The long-term goal of the Program
is to make sustainable, energy-efficient building design and
construction common practice.

The Program's approach to meeting this goal is to initiate and manage
individual research, standards and guidelines development efforts that
are planned and conducted in cooperation with representatives from
throughout the buildings community. Current projects involve practicing
architects and engineers, professional societies and code organizations,
industry representatives, and researchers from the private sector and
national laboratories. Research results and the technical justification
for standards criteria are provided to standards development and model
code organizations and to federal, state and local jurisdictions as a
basis to update their codes and standards. This approach helps to ensure
that the standards incorporate the latest research results to achieve
maximum energy savings in new buildings, yet remain responsive to the
needs of the affected professions, organizations and jurisdictions. It
also assists in the implementation, deployment and use of the codes and
standards.

Eric Makela Margo D. Appel

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory U.S. Department of Energy

Table of Contents

Table of Figures

Acknowledgments

Introduction: What is the Washington State Energy Code?

Energy Code Administration

Historical Perspective

The Energy Code in Action - Who Does What

Background

Training Programs

Code Official Training

Washington State Energy Code/Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code
Overview Training

Counter Staff Training

Plan Review Training

Component Performance and Systems Analysis Training

Ventilation - Indoor Air Quality Code (VIAQ) and Ventilation System
Design Training

Site Inspection

Other Training

Builder Training

Architect and Designer Training

Utility Staff Training

Material Supplier Training

Lighting Manufacturer's Representative Training

Vocational School Training

Publications

Plan Review and Inspection Checklist

Product Resource Center and the Product Availability Guide

Energy Code Enforcement Training Manual

Builders Field Guide

Energy Code Factsheets

Homeowner's Handbook

Chronology of Code Training Efforts

Pre-Implementation: March 1991 - June 1991

Year One: July 1991 - June 1992

Year Two: July 1992 - June 1993

Certification Training

Monitoring

Year Three: July 1993 - June 1994

Year Four: July 1994 - June 1995

Year Five: July 1995 - June 1996

Effectiveness of the Training Program

Lessons Learned

Conclusions

Bibliography

Appendix - Plan Review and Inspection Checklist

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# Table of Figures

Figure 1: Chronology of Major Energy Code Efforts in Washington State

Figure 2: Responsibilities for Functions of the Washington State Energy
Code

Figure 3: Chronology of Code Training Activities

Figure 4: Code Compliance Deviations for All Measures

# Acknowledgments

This project was awarded through an Exemplary Grant funded by the U.S.
Department of Energy's (DOE) Building Standards and Guidelines Program.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratories (PNNL) heads the program for
DOE. The project benefited from direction and oversight provided by the
project manager, Eric Makela, PNNL. The author is grateful for his
support.

In addition, the author acknowledges the insightful comments provided by
his colleagues at the Washington State University Cooperative Extension
Energy Program - Rick Kunkle, John Devine, Tony Usibelli, and Karen
Messmer.

The other related case studies regarding the Washington State Energy
Code, prepared under the DOE Exemplary Grant, are:

-   [The Washington State Energy Code: The Residential Code Monitoring
    Program]{.underline}, by John Devine

-   [The Washington State Energy Code: The Role of Evaluation in
    Washington State's Non-Residential Energy Code]{.underline}, by Tony
    Usibelli

-   [The Washington State Energy Code: Energy Code Privatization - The
    Utility Code Group Story]{.underline}, by Rick Kunkle

-   [The Washington State Energy Code: Certification for Inspectors and
    Plan Reviewers for the Non-Residential Energy Code]{.underline}, by
    Rick Kunkle

This and the other Washington State case studies were edited and
prepared by Andrew Gordon, Washington State University Cooperative
Extension Energy Program.

# Executive Summary

On July 1, 1991, Washington State began enforcing the requirements of
the revised Washington State Energy Code, based on the Model
Conservation Standards. The Washington State Energy Office (WSEO), a
non-regulatory state agency, was awarded the task of providing support
for the code.

The Washington State Energy Code Program (WSEC) provided financial and
technical support to ensure the successful implementation of the Energy
Code. Part of this support included training and code related
publications. The goal was to provide code officials, builders and other
parties in the construction industry with increased knowledge of energy
code requirements and compliance methods, leading to higher levels of
compliance and energy savings.

The Energy Extension Service Division of WSEO developed and delivered a
series of training sessions to over 10,000 members of the shelter
industry over a five year period (1991-96). The breakdown in attendance
was as follows:

  ---------------------------------------------------------- ------------
  Builders and Subcontractors                                4744

  Code Officials                                             4131

  Building Material Suppliers                                1007

  Architects and Designers                                   117

  Vocational School Instructors                              56

  Utility staff                                              29

  Lighting Manufacturer's Representatives                    20
  ---------------------------------------------------------- ------------

The Energy Extension also published and distributed twenty separate code
publications to code jurisdictions, material suppliers, builders,
subcontractors, utilities, and the design community.

While it is difficult to directly measure the impact of training on code
compliance, ninety percent of building officials interviewed rated the
WSEC training effort as good to excellent. In addition, a monitoring
study showed that code compliance increased steadily over the life of
the WSEC program. It can be assumed that the training effort was partly
responsible for the high level of code compliance.

Builders and sub-contractors did not provide feedback on the training.
Attendance at the builder training sessions was lower than expected,
though many builders did obtain necessary code information from code
related publications.

Our training and publication experience provides us with several
lessons:

-   **Involve the design community -** providing on-site training to
    architects and designers proved to be an effective method of
    integrating code requirements into the planning process.

-   **Utilize existing relationships -** taking advantage of the
    connection between builders and building material suppliers through
    supplier sponsored "builder's breakfasts" proved to be an effective
    way to bring builders into the training process.

-   **Publications are invaluable -** the [Plan Review and Inspection
    Checklist]{.underline} helped reduce the learning curve for
    builders, plans examiners and field inspectors. Energy Code
    factsheets proved to be an easy and effective way of communicating
    details of the code to a wide audience. The [Builder's Field
    Guide]{.underline} provided useful construction detail for builders
    and other interested parties. These publications were available
    through the Residential Energy Code Hotline, located at the
    Washington State Energy Office.

-   **Use a multi-faceted approach to reach builders and subcontractors
    -** throughout the program, turnout at builder training sessions was
    less than was hoped for. Nevertheless, many builders and
    subcontractors obtained code information from such publications as
    the [Builder's Field Guide]{.underline} and the Energy Code
    Factsheets.

-   **Monitoring reinforces training efforts -** the Washington State
    Energy Code Monitoring Program provided important feedback to help
    refine the training effort.

# Introduction: What is the Washington State Energy Code?

The Washington State Energy Code provides energy efficiency standards
for new and altered residential and commercial buildings in Washington
State.[^1] The first Washington State Energy Code appeared in 1978;
since then, it has been revised in light of advances in building science
and new energy efficient technologies.

The current versions of the Washington residential and non-residential
energy codes were implemented in 1991 and 1994, respectively. The state
legislature passed a bill in 1990 that upgraded energy codes for
residential structures; in 1991, the legislature authorized the State
Building Code Council to upgrade the energy code for non-residential
structures.

## Energy Code Administration

In Washington State, the legislature is given the authority to revise
building codes, including the Energy Code. The State Building Code
Council administers the building code and ensures that the state's
interests are met according to state law. The Council includes
representatives from the building industry, local government, and code
enforcement officials. Building codes are enforced by local
jurisdictions. Cities and counties have building departments with code
officials who conduct plan reviews and building inspections. Enforcement
is funded at the local level.

## Historical Perspective

The Washington State Energy Code did not appear in its present form
overnight. The current code is the result of a gradual process over a
period of sixteen years. **Figure 1** presents a chronology of major
events and efforts leading up to the current code.

**Figure 1**

**Chronology of Major Energy Code Efforts in Washington State**

## The Energy Code in Action - Who Does What

The successful functioning of both the residential and non-residential
energy codes are due to participation by a number of different entities.
**Figure 2** outlines the functions provided by the various agencies and
associations as of December 1996.

**Figure 2**

**Responsibilities for Functions of the Washington State Energy Code**

![](media/image4.emf)**Key**

SBCC State Building Code Council

WSU Washington State University Cooperative Extension Energy Program -
formerly the Washington State Energy Office

CTED Washington State Department of Community Trade and Economic
Development

SPE/I Special Plans Examiners and Inspectors

UCG Utility Code Group - Typically acting through subcontractors

# Background

The Washington State Energy Office, a non regulatory state agency, was
awarded the task of providing support for the 1991 Washington State
Energy Code (WSEC) and the Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code
(VIAQ), under a grant from the Bonneville Power Administration.

This grant, known as the Washington State Energy Code Program, provided
technical assistance, training, publications, and on site monitoring. It
also provided financial incentives to builders, and financial assistance
to local governments for code enforcement.

One critical task for the program was the development and implementation
of a training program that would communicate and clarify the
requirements of the WSEC and VIAQ. The training program was designed to
increase code compliance and help build an infrastructure that would
support and maintain the code after the Washington State Energy Code
Program ended. The specific goals of the training effort were to:

-   educate local jurisdictions about the WSEC and VIAQ, so that staff
    would fully understand and comprehensively enforce the codes,

-   help the construction industry to understand the requirements of the
    codes and the construction techniques necessary for code compliance,
    and

-   provide code related information to architects and designers,
    building material suppliers, utilities and others involved with the
    codes.

# Training Programs

One of the primary goals of the training program was the clear
understanding and acceptance of the codes by the local governments
charged with enforcing them. The first step was to identify all key
local government staff positions, analyze their job requirements, and
develop a training plan to meet their needs. Each step in the permit
process was examined, and a training curriculum was developed, beginning
in November of 1990. Concurrently, training was targeted to builders and
building material suppliers.

After Energy Code implementation in 1991, other groups within the
shelter industry requested code training. Energy Extension staff
developed training programs for utilities, the design community,
vocational school instructors, and lighting manufacturer's
representatives.

In order to minimize confusion, a limited number of individuals were
used as trainers. Limiting the number of trainers and assigning each a
specific geographic area facilitated a more consistent communication of
code requirements and, as a result, a better understanding of the code
by both code officials and the construction industry.

## Code Official Training

It was important to give the code officials not only the requirements
and provisions of the codes, but also the background behind those
requirements. As an example, the Ventilation code's requirement for
whole house mechanical ventilation was a foreign concept to most of the
staff required to enforce it. Knowing that code officials would be
called upon to defend provisions of the codes, it was reasoned that if
the staff understood why the code required a certain provision, it would
be easier to justify and enforce.

Recognizing that in many jurisdictions staff time was at a premium, and
that the maximum time for retentive learning was about two hours, the
following six modules were developed to meet the needs of local code
jurisdiction staff.

### Washington State Energy Code/Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code Overview Training

***Purpose:*** To provide background on the history of the Energy and
Ventilation codes, a broad overview of the requirements for the codes,
and the options for compliance.

***Audience:*** All code enforcement staff.

Materials were handed out that covered basic code requirements, product
directories for construction materials required by the codes, and a list
of technical assistance contacts. Relevant code support publications
such as the [Builders Field Guide]{.underline} and Energy Code
factsheets were also distributed.

### Counter Staff Training

***Purpose:*** To provide a basic understanding of the Energy and
Ventilation codes.

***Audience:*** Code enforcement staff responsible for accepting the
permit application.

Because they are often the first person to come into contact with the
building permit applicant, and are required to obtain all of the
information needed for a complete plans examination, staff that work at
the front counter of a building department's office need to have a basic
understanding of the codes. Successfully obtaining this information can
avoid costly delays in the permit process. Troublesome areas such as
total window area, the u-values for windows, and the mechanical
ventilation options were covered.

### Plan Review Training

***Purpose:*** To provide methods to facilitate energy code compliance
at the plan review stage.

***Audience:*** Plans examiners.

A sample set of plans was issued to attendees and a plan review was
performed using the Plan Review and Inspection Checklist (see
**Publications** section for details on the Checklist.) Copies of the
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) [Directory of
Certified Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps]{.underline}, the Gas
Appliance Manufacturer's Association (GAMA) [Directory of Certified
Efficiency Ratings for Gas Heating Equipment]{.underline}, and the
Seattle Department of Construction and Land Use window u-value list were
distributed to the class as aids in verifying furnace, heat pump, and
window efficiencies.

### Component Performance and Systems Analysis Training

***Purpose:*** To introduce the component performance and systems
analysis compliance options for the Energy Code.

***Audience:*** Plans examiners.

The component performance approach allows trading off the thermal
efficiency of one building component for another (for example, using a
higher level of attic insulation might allow for less wall insulation.)
Component performance can be calculated either by hand or through the
use of computer software. Because the plans examiner is required to
verify that the calculations were done correctly, a basic knowledge of
heat loss calculations was important to the performance of their job.
Heat loss calculations were also necessary to verify heating system
sizing.

The systems analysis approach involves using a computer software tool to
model the actual heat loss and gain of the building, using component
performance data, building mass, local weather data, and site solar
orientation.

An example house was brought into compliance using both of these
methodologies.

### Ventilation - Indoor Air Quality Code (VIAQ) and Ventilation System Design Training

***Purpose:*** To cover the requirements of the VIAQ, and the components
of ventilation systems, operation strategies and equipment selection.

***Audience:*** All code enforcement staff.

Basic ventilation theory was covered in length, followed by a walk
through of the Ventilation Code requirements and product demonstrations.
A list of equipment, manufacturers, and local representatives was
distributed at this training. Because mechanical ventilation was a
foreign concept to code jurisdiction personnel, this class was often
repeated more than once per jurisdiction.

### Site Inspection

***Purpose:*** To provide guidance through the site inspection process,
both in the class and in the field.

***Audience:*** Field inspectors.

With the use of the Plan Review and Inspection Checklist, the class was
guided through the inspection process using slides. The attendees then
moved into the field to apply what they had just seen in class to a
construction site. The inspection process was broken into four separate
steps:

-   before the slab was poured to verify sub slab insulation,

-   frame and caulk inspection to verify window u-values, furnace
    efficiency, and framing air sealing related details,

-   insulation inspection to verify wall insulation levels, and

-   final inspection, to verify floor and ceiling insulation, and
    ventilation code requirements.

The class assembled at sites with buildings at various stages of
completion in order to walk through the four inspections. This class
proved to be very popular with field inspectors.

## Other Training

Additional training sessions were developed to meet the needs of other
players in the shelter industry:

-   builders and subcontractors,

-   architects and designers,

-   utility staff who might provide technical assistance in some
    jurisdictions,

-   material suppliers, and

-   lighting manufacturer's representatives.

### Builder Training

***Purpose:*** To provide background on the history of the codes, a
broad overview of the requirements for the codes, and the options for
compliance.

***Audience:*** Builders and subcontractors.

Sponsored by local jurisdictions, utilities, material suppliers, or
trade organizations, these classroom training sessions covered
essentially the same topics as the jurisdiction training, but with more
emphasis placed on the issues affecting builders and subcontractors.
Initially, sessions lasted three to four hours and provided a overview
of the Energy and Ventilation codes. After the first year of code
implementation, sessions focused on more specific topics in greater
depth in a two hour time block.

Specific topics covered in these later training sessions were:

-   insulation installation,

-   ventilation system design and installation for electricians and
    heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) subcontractors,

-   air sealing techniques and materials, and

-   heating system duct performance (offered in the last year of the
    program - sealing materials and techniques were emphasized.)

### Architect and Designer Training

***Purpose:*** To provide the design community with requirements and
compliance options of the Energy and Ventilation Codes.

***Audience:*** Architects and Designers

The design community was targeted in an effort to integrate code
requirements into the home planning process. A series of training
sessions were developed for architectural and design firms to help them
better understand the various requirements and compliance options of the
energy code. These training sessions were conducted on site in the
firm's office, and covered design details including:

-   slab insulation,

-   basement wall insulation,

-   insulation and venting in vaulted ceilings,

-   recessed light specifications,

-   ventilation system design and specifications,

-   compliance calculations, and

-   heating system sizing.

This effort proved to be very successful in getting code requirements
included in the planning process, and figured prominently in increased
compliance in large multi-family developments.

### Utility Staff Training

***Purpose:*** To provide an overview of the Energy and Ventilation
codes.

***Audience:*** Utility staff.

While technical assistance for the building community was primarily
provided by local jurisdictions, some local utilities had established
themselves in the role of technical assistance providers under previous
programs such as Super Good Cents and the Northwest Energy Code. At the
request of these utilities, code overview and compliance calculation
training sessions were offered.

### Material Supplier Training

***Purpose:*** To provide an overview of the Energy and Ventilation
codes.

***Audience:*** Building material suppliers.

The energy and ventilation codes required materials not traditionally
specified in new housing construction, and local availability was
critical to successful code compliance. A modified overview of the
Energy and Ventilation codes was offered to larger material suppliers,
focusing on large chains with builder supply divisions. This training
covered the various materials that builders would be using in code
buildings, and new requirements for products which were already carried
by many suppliers, such as exhaust fans.

Many material suppliers would sponsor this training as a "builder
breakfast," where their builder customers could learn the requirements
of the code and the supplier got a chance to market code complying
materials to them. These training sessions, held before the start of the
traditional work day, proved to be very popular.

In the case of all of these training sessions, the trainers went to the
suppliers, minimizing the time and resources expended by supplier staff
and builders. This encouraged attendance and lessened the impact on
builders electing to attend training.

### Lighting Manufacturer's Representative Training

***Purpose:*** To provide an understanding of recessed lighting
requirements in the Washington State Energy Code.

***Audience:*** Lighting manufacturer's representatives

The Washington State Energy Code was the first in the country to require
airtight recessed lighting. At the request of several lighting
manufacturer's representatives, Energy Extension staff met with the
representatives to explain and clarify the requirements.

### Vocational School Training

***Purpose:*** To integrate Energy and Ventilation code requirements
into classes for the building industry.

***Audience:*** Instructors of building code related classes in
vocational schools, community colleges and union apprenticeship
programs.

These training sessions were an effort to institutionalize knowledge of
Energy and Ventilation code requirements for building industry training
programs. It was felt that higher levels of code compliance could be
achieved if new workers entering the work force had a better
understanding of the requirements of the codes. Lesson plans were
developed for the instructors of these classes to help them integrate
Energy and Ventilation code issues into their classes.

# Publications

Written information is a vital component of successful code enforcement.
A series of publications were developed to complement the training
modules or used as stand alone resources for those who could not, or
chose not to attend training. Developed to meet the needs of a very
broad audience, these documents proved to be an integral part of the
overall success of the Washington State Energy Code Program and the
resulting high level of compliance with the Washington State Energy
Code.

### Plan Review and Inspection Checklist

The complexity of the Energy Code posed new challenges on builders and
the jurisdictions. The Code required documentation of such items as
insulation levels, furnace efficiencies, ventilation fan airflow, and
window u-values, data that most builders had not previously been
required to submit. Plans examiners were not prepared for the number of
compliance options available, or for the heat loss calculations and
methodology used to show compliance with some of the options. Inspectors
in the field were required to verify a myriad of other code related
details, many project specific.

To aid in the compliance process, the Plan Review and Inspection
Checklist was developed. This checklist, provided to the builder at the
time of permit application, clearly identified the steps to code
compliance. The checklist required information related to the compliance
path, window area and u-values, furnace efficiency, ventilation option,
and other details specific to the project.

The checklist became the backbone of the plan review and inspection
processes. During plan review, the compliance options selected by the
builder and the specific areas needing inspection were clearly
identified for the field inspector. A copy of the checklist was given to
the builder to be kept on site with the approved set of plans. A second
copy was placed in the job file. During the inspection process, the
inspector would check the items identified on the checklist for
compliance.

The checklist proved to be a tremendous help in the office and in the
field. The effect was a decreased learning curve for the builder, plans
examiner, and inspector in those jurisdictions that elected to use the
checklist (see **Appendix** for a copy of the checklist.)

### Product Resource Center and the Product Availability Guide

One need identified early in the code enforcement process was
information on the availability of building products that would comply
with the code. The Product Resource Center (PRC) was developed under
contract to the Bonneville Power Administration by BRACO Energy Services
to aid builders and code staff in the location of building products that
would meet the intent of the Energy and Ventilation codes. The PRC
researched, developed, and updated lists of the products commonly used
in energy efficient construction. From insulation to caulks, thermostats
to ventilation fans, the PRC compiled lists of products, their
specifications, and where they were locally available. The lists were
updated twice annually, and distributed through a toll free hotline to
anyone in the construction industry. Many jurisdictions made these lists
available at the permit counter, and they were distributed at all code
training sessions.

### Energy Code Enforcement Training Manual

Designed for use by code jurisdiction personnel and the design
community, the [Energy Code Enforcement Training Manual]{.underline}
covered the requirements of the Energy and Ventilation codes chapter by
chapter, in more detail and with more background information than the
code itself. The [Manual]{.underline} contains appendices with
information on climate data, inspection sequencing, compliance
calculations, and other information pertinent to the enforcement of the
Energy and Ventilation codes.

### Builders Field Guide

The [Builder's Field Guide]{.underline} is a simplified version of the
[Energy Code Enforcement Training Manual]{.underline}. Geared toward the
needs of builders and subcontractors, it contains less code language and
more illustrations and construction detail information. The
[Guide]{.underline} has proven to be one of the most popular of all code
related publications. Many jurisdictions make them available to all
permit applicants and they are used as a teaching aid by inspectors in
the field. The [Builder's Field Guide]{.underline} was available at all
code training sessions and through the Residential Energy Code Hotline,
located at the Washington State Energy Office.

### Energy Code Factsheets

These short, subject specific brochures were written with the
non-technical person in mind. Aimed at a much wider audience than the
other code publications, Energy Code factsheets have proven very popular
with code jurisdiction personnel who deal extensively with the public.
Rather than taking the time to explain a specific detail of the codes,
permit counter staff can pass on a factsheet covering the topic in
detail. The factsheets were updated as code requirements change, or as
new areas of interest were discovered. The factsheets could be obtained
through the Residential Energy Code Hotline. Below is a list of the 14
factsheet titles.

-   [Additions/Remodels]{.underline}

-   [Air Leakage Control]{.underline}

-   [Fireplace and Woodstove Requirements]{.underline}

-   [Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System
    Requirements]{.underline}

-   [Highlights of the 1991 Washington State Energy Code]{.underline}

-   [Mechanical Ventilation System Prescriptive
    Requirements]{.underline}

-   [Operating your Mechanical Ventilation System]{.underline}

-   [Radon Control for Crawlspaces]{.underline}

-   [Radon Control for Higher Risk Counties]{.underline}

-   [Reduce Duct Leakage in Heating and Cooling Systems for a Safer,
    More Comfortable Home]{.underline}

-   [Tips for Complying with the Energy Code]{.underline}

-   [What You Need to know to Meet the Energy Code Zone 1]{.underline}

-   [What You Need to know to Meet the Energy Code Zone 2]{.underline}

-   [Why Mechanical Ventilation]{.underline}

### Homeowner's Handbook

Many homeowners were not accustomed to living in a house with such
features as a whole house mechanical ventilation system, highly
efficient windows, or woodstoves with outside sources of combustion air.
The [Homeowner's Handbook]{.underline} was intended to be left behind in
new housing after the final inspection was completed to serve as an
operations manual for the new code house.

# Chronology of Code Training Efforts

This section provides a chronology of the training and publications
efforts for the Washington State Energy Code Program. The chronology
follows the Washington State Energy Office fiscal year, from July 1
through June 30, and begins with the four month period prior to Energy
Code implementation.

**Figure 3** summarizes training activities of Energy Extension staff
during the Washington State Energy Code Program. Note that attendance
data is not available for all years.

**Figure 3**

**Chronology of Code Training Activities**

  -------------------- ------------- ------------ ------------- ------------ ---------- ------------ ---------- ------------ -------------- ------------ -------------------- ------------ ------------ ------------
                       Code Official              Builder                    Supplier                Utility                 Lighting                    Architect/Designer                Vocational   
                       Training^1^                Training^2^                Training                Training                Manufacturer                                                  School       

                                                                                                                             Training                    Training                          Training     

                       Sessions      Attendance   Sessions      Attendance   Sessions   Attendance   Sessions   Attendance   Sessions       Attendance   Sessions             Attendance   Sessions     Attendance

  Pre-Implementation   93            991          27            1324         6          178          \-         \-           \-             \-           \-                   \-           \-           \-
  (4/91 - 6/92)                                                                                                                                                                                         

  Year One (7/91 -     269           2048         76            2832         27         647          2          29           2              20           \-                   \-           \-           \-
  6/92)                                                                                                                                                                                                 

  Year Two (7/92 -     102           866          14            334          4          111          \-         \-           \-             \-           6                    117          5            56
  6/93)                                                                                                                                                                                                 

  Year Three (7/93 -   30            226          12            254          4          71           \-         \-           \-             \-           \-                   \-           \-           \-
  6/94)                                                                                                                                                                                                 

  Year Four (7/94 -    20            N/A          8             N/A          58         N/A          \-         \-           \-             \-           \-                   \-           \-           \-
  6/95)                                                                                                                                                                                                 

  Year Five (7/95 -    11            N/A          \-            \-           31         N/A          \-         \-           \-             \-           \-                   \-           \-           \-
  6/96)                                                                                                                                                                                                 

  Totals               525           4131^3^      137           4744^3^      130        1007^3^      2          29           2              20           6                    117          5            56
  -------------------- ------------- ------------ ------------- ------------ ---------- ------------ ---------- ------------ -------------- ------------ -------------------- ------------ ------------ ------------

Notes:

^1^ Includes "New Staff" and "Refresher" training sessions. ^3^ Does not
include attendance data from years four and five

^2^ Includes subcontractor training sessions. N/A - Data not available

## Pre-Implementation: March 1991 - June 1991

In the four month pre-implementation period, the main objective of the
training effort was to provide overview training sessions for all
jurisdictions before Energy Code Implementation on July 1, 1991. In
addition, Energy Extension staff also provided as many builder and
supplier training sessions as possible. Jurisdiction staff training
sessions were conducted on sight at the larger jurisdictions, with
smaller neighboring jurisdictions being invited along in order to
conserve resources.

In March 1991, builders and suppliers were notified of the upcoming
change in the energy code and the availability of code training. Copies
of this announcement were sent to all code jurisdictions statewide,
enabling them to reprint it and send it to builders and suppliers in
their area. Energy Extension staff also coordinated with the Building
Industry Association of Washington to provide training to builders.

These intensive early training efforts greatly shortened the learning
curve for the code and ultimately led to higher levels of code
compliance, long before originally anticipated.

## Year One: July 1991 - June 1992

The first year of code implementation carried on the work begun during
the pre-implementation period. Energy Extension staff began offering the
other five jurisdiction training modules in addition to the overview
training.

Trainers conducted code overview and compliance sessions for utility
staff. The sessions took place at the utility.

The Energy Code introduced requirements for airtight recessed lighting.
Because these requirements were new to many manufacturers of recessed
lighting products, some were left scrambling to find a way to continue
marketing their products in Washington state. At the request of six
manufacturers, Energy Extension staff conducted two recessed lighting
forums at local lighting distributors. The forums addressed manufacturer
concerns over the new code requirements and clarified compliance
options.

## Year Two: July 1992 - June 1993

In addition to the builder training, greater emphasis was placed on
working with subcontractors. To reach these groups, Energy Extension
staff contacted organizations representing remodelers, plumbers,
electricians and insulation subcontractors.

The focus of the subcontractor training sessions was to highlight ways
that the subcontractors could cut their costs and comply with the energy
code. Subcontractors were often unsure of what the code requirements
were, and were actually doing more than the minimum requirement. In
other instances, wrong material selection or inappropriate construction
techniques would drive costs up.

While the builder training sessions were well attended, a significant
number of sub-contractors never attended any code training. These
subcontractors felt that, due to the competitiveness of their market,
they couldn't afford the time or expense of attending training. This
group proved to be very difficult to bring into the classroom throughout
the entire five and a half year duration of the Washington State Energy
Code Program.

The Puget Sound chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA)
requested energy code training for its members. The training session
took place in Seattle, but drew architects and designers from all over
the state. In the weeks following this training, several large design
firms also requested training for their staff.

### Certification Training

Energy Extension staff, in partnership with the Washington Association
of Building Officials (WABO), developed a certification process for code
officials and other interested parties, such as builders and utility
staff*.* The certification effort was to provide incentives for plans
examiners and inspectors to become more proficient with the Energy and
Ventilation codes.

Two certificates were available: certified plans examiner, and certified
code inspector. Certification was awarded by WABO after successful
completion of a four hour examination covering both the Energy and
Ventilation codes. In preparation for the examination, a series of six
three-hour training sessions were offered. While certification training
was optional, virtually all who took the certification exam had attended
one or more of the training sessions. Code certification was offered
between 1992 and 1994, with 127 certifications being issued. In 1994,
the certification process was discontinued by WABO.

### Monitoring

The monitoring portion of the Washington State Energy Code Program began
during the second year, and had a significant impact on training.
Problems encountered in code enforcement and field compliance by local
jurisdictions were identified by Washington State Energy Office staff
conducting monitoring visits; these problems were then passed on to the
trainers, who used the information to revise future training sessions.
In this way, monitoring feedback enabled trainers to address compliance
problems before they became widespread.

## Year Three: July 1993 - June 1994

As the demand for training began to decrease, a revised quarterly
training format was adopted for the jurisdictions. The original six, two
hour modules were reduced to four three-hour modules in an effort to
conserve resources. The new modules were:

-   Washington State Energy Code/Ventilation Code Overview,

-   Plan Review,

-   Component Performance/Systems Analysis, and

-   Ventilation Indoor Air Quality/Ventilation System Design

The on-site inspection class was eliminated altogether. Depending on the
jurisdiction's needs, the trainers could gear counter staff training
information into the overview course. A schedule of training sessions
was mailed to jurisdictions early in the year, listing the types of
training offered and the time and location of each session. Trainers
would offer either review sessions for staff who had already attended
code training, and merely needed "refreshing," or sessions designed to
address the needs of new staff, or staff who had missed previous
training.

Classes were held one week apart, with two modules being delivered on
one day the first week, and two the following week, in an effort to
minimize the amount of work time lost by attendees.

In addition to regularly scheduled training sessions, jurisdictions
could request individual training on any subject by guaranteeing a
minimum number of attendees (usually a minimum of six.)

It was during this period that Energy Extension staff began offering
training to instructors of vocational schools, community colleges and
union apprenticeship programs. This effort was not as successful as
hoped, primarily because of the difficulty in integrating new material
into an already existing curriculum. While programs were open to having
a guest lecturer address students, most were unwilling to permanently
modify their lesson plans. Another factor was the resistance of some
programs to change their curriculum because of the potential loss of
accreditation, a particular problem with union apprenticeship programs.

Builder training continued on an "as requested" basis, but there was
only occasional demand for it. Compliance problems in the field were on
the decrease, and there was little incentive for builders to request or
attend training.

## Year Four: July 1994 - June 1995

The new Non-Residential Energy Code was introduced early in the year. As
the focus of the jurisdictions shifted to the non-residential side of
the code, demand for residential code training continued to decrease.

An effort was made to increase the availability of the factsheets and
other publications. The energy code factsheets were packaged into a
display rack and distributed to lumber and material suppliers statewide.
Virtually all suppliers willingly displayed the brochure racks. A system
of tracking the location of the racks was developed; regular phone calls
were made to determine the need to restock the racks, and new brochure
stock was either mailed or hand delivered as needed. In addition to
providing the brochure displays, Energy Extension staff made themselves
available for informal question and answer sessions with supplier staff.
Some suppliers took up the offer of these "mini training sessions," but
most seemed to believe that there was little need for additional
training.

## Year Five: July 1995 - June 1996

Quarterly jurisdiction training sessions continued, although they were
sparsely attended. Getting training to new staff (due to normal staff
turn over) proved to be harder than anticipated. Many jurisdictions
found workloads increasing, as a result of new codes being introduced
(specifically, the 1994 Non-Residential Energy Code and the 1995 Uniform
Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes.) The Residential Energy Code
had remained relatively unchanged for a number of years and
jurisdictions found more pressing training needs for their staff.

Demand for training from the rest of the shelter industry mirrored that
of the code jurisdictions. Despite the fact that code inspectors
strongly urged builders to take advantage of the free training
opportunities, most builders did not. Finding incentives to get builders
to training events continued to be an elusive goal throughout the
program. While moderate success was achieved through builder breakfasts
and dinners, large numbers of builders and subcontractors never attended
one training session.

Code rack distribution and restocking continued as code support shifted
toward more self sustaining efforts.

# Effectiveness of the Training Program

Measuring the success of the Washington State Energy Code Training
Program is not a simple matter; no study was performed to measure the
effect of the training and publications on code compliance.

Anecdotal information provides a clearer picture. In a study by Pacific
Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), ninety percent of the code
officials interviewed rated the training program as "good" to
"excellent" for their needs.

The Washington State Energy Code Monitoring Program showed that Energy
Code compliance increased over the four years of the Washington State
Energy Code Program (WSEC). **Figure 4** shows the average level of
compliance for all code measures over time, taken from Monitoring
Program data.

> **Figure 4**
>
> **Code Compliance Deviations for All Measures**
>
> ![](media/image5.emf)

While it is not possible to separate out the effect of training on the
overall success of the WSEC, it can be assumed that training had a
significant impact.

# Lessons Learned

-   **Involve the design community -** providing on-site training to
    architects and designers proved to be an effective method of
    integrating code requirements into the planning process.

-   **Utilize existing relationships -** taking advantage of the
    connection between builders and building material suppliers through
    supplier sponsored "builder's breakfasts" was an effective way to
    bring builders into the training process.

-   **Publications are invaluable -** the Plan Review and Inspection
    checklist helped reduce the learning curve for builders, plans
    examiners and field inspectors. Energy Code factsheets proved to be
    an easy and effective way of communicating details of the code to a
    wide audience. The Builder's Field Guide provided useful
    construction detail for builders and other interested parties.

-   **Use a multi-faceted approach to reach builders and subcontractors
    -** throughout the program, turnout at builder training sessions was
    less than was hoped for. Nevertheless, many builders and
    subcontractors obtained code information from such publications as
    the Builder's Field Guide and the Energy Code Factsheets.

-   **Monitoring reinforces training efforts -** the Washington State
    Energy Code Program monitoring effort provided important feedback to
    help refine the training effort.

# Conclusions

The Washington State Energy Code training and publications efforts
helped to successfully implement the 1991 Washington State Energy Code.
Code officials, builders, and other members of the construction industry
were able to obtain necessary code information from the training
sessions and publications. Overall acceptance and success of the code
effort was attributable, in part, to the training and publications
efforts.

# Bibliography

Warwick, W.M., A.D. Lee, L.J. Sandahl, D.L. Durfee, and E.E. Richman.
[New Residential Construction Compliance: Evaluation of the Washington
State Energy Code Program.]{.underline} Pacific Northwest National
Laboratory, for the US Department of Energy, September 1993.

# Appendix - Plan Review and Inspection Checklist

Address or Site ID:

**Washington State Energy Code**

**1994 Residential Construction Checklist Zone 1 page 1**

Important: Supply information in the unshaded areas by checking the
appropriate circles. Disregard topics that don't describe your building
or equipment. DO NOT place checks in the two left columns. Your Plan
Reviewer will check the circles in the 'Compliance Required' column, and
the field inspector will use the 'Inspection Approved' column to check
off items as they are correctly completed. This checklist is designed to
be used in conjunction with the [Window and Door Schedules]{.underline}
plus either the [Prescriptive Options]{.underline} or [the Chapter 5
Qualification]{.underline} forms. It may also be used with a WATTSUN
analysis.

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|   |   | ing/garage |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
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|   |   | /connected |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
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|   |   | foundation |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | wall       |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
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|  |  | **5. Radon |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | requ       |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | irements** |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | (VIAQ,     |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | S.50       |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | 2.1,and/or |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | 503) shall |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | be met if  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | **one** of |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | the        |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | following  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | is         |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | checked:   |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |  **A.**   |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | Net        |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | foundation |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | v          |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | entilation |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | area is    |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | less than  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | 1 Ft2 per  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | 300 Ft2 of |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | crawl      |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | space.     |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |  **B.**   |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | Foundation |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | vents are  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | closable.  |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   |  **C.**   |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | Crawl      |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
|   |   | space acts |   |   |                                         |   |   |   |
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**1994 WSEC Residential Checklist page 2**

**FRAMING PHASE**

+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
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+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
|  |   |  | **6. All   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | structural |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | panels**   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | such as    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | plywood,   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | oriented   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | strand     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | board,     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | particle   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | board, and |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | wafer      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | board      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | labeled    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | "EXPOSURE  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | I",        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | "          |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | EXTERIOR", |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | OR         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | HUD        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | -APPROVED" |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | (VIAQ, S.  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 401.1).    |   |   |                                             |   |
+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
|  |   |  | **7.       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Insulation |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | baffles**  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | placed in  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | attic      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | s/ceilings |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | to         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | maintain   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | at least   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 1"         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | v          |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | entilation |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | space and  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | extend at  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | least 6"   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | vertically |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | above      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | batts or   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 12"        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | vertically |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | above      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | loosefill  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | insulation |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | (S.5       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 02.1.4.5). |   |   |                                             |   |
+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
|  |   |  | **8.       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Glazing    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | efficiency |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | / Maximum  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | allowed    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | glazing    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | area**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Shall be   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | as         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | calculated |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | on Glazing |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Schedule   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | and per    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Pr         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | escriptive |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Options    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Form or    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Chapter 5  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Trade -off |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | c          |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | alculation |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | form.      |   |   |                                             |   |
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|  |   |  | **9.       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Concealed  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Insulation |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | placed:**  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Behind     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | shower/tub |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Behind     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | partition  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | st         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | uds/corner |   |   |                                             |   |
+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
|  |   |  | **10.      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Standard   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | air        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | leakage**  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | (S.        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 502.4.3)   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | caulking   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | is         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | complete   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | and        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | installed  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | in the     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | following  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | locations: |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Between    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Sole       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | plat       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | e/subfloor |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **d)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Partition  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | stud       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | pe         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | netrations |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Wiring/plu |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | mbing/duct |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | register   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | pe         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | netrations |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **e)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Light      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | fi         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | xture/flue |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | pe         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | netrations |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **c)** Rim |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | joists/mud |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | sills      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | (heated    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | lower      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | floors)    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **f)**     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Around     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | window and |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | door       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | frames     |   |   |                                             |   |
+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+
|  |   |  | **11.      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | Recessed   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | lighting   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | fixtures** |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | (          |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | S.502.4.4) |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | shall      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | comply     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | w/one or   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | more of    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | the        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | following: |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **a)** IC  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | rated,     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | with no    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | slots or   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | holes in   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | cans,      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | caulked or |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | sealed     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | between    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | can and    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | ceiling.   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **b)** IC  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | rated with |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | label      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | certifying |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | an ASTM    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | E328       |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | tested air |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | leakage ≤  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | 2.0 CFM    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | **c)** Any |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | UL listed  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | fixture    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | enclosed   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | by a ½"    |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | gypboard   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | box or     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | other      |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | ma         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | nufactured |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | box with   |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | ½"         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   |            |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | clearance  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | to         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | com        |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | bustibles, |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | and 3"     |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | clearance  |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | to         |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | i          |   |   |                                             |   |
|   |   |   | nsulation. |   |   |                                             |   |
+---+---+---+------------+---+---+---------------------------------------------+---+

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<col style="width: 54%" />
<col style="width: 5%" />
<col style="width: 2%" />
<col style="width: 0%" />
<col style="width: 3%" />
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<td colspan="11"><strong>Ventilation Requirements for Indoor Air
Quality</strong> The Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code (VIAQ)
requires that residences be equipped with a means of exhausting
pollutants from specific locations. The VIAQ also requires the
introduction of fresh air into bedrooms and other habitable spaces.</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="11"></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="4"><strong>Compliance Required 3</strong></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="4"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="4"><strong>Inspection Approved 3</strong></td>
<td colspan="4"></td>
<td colspan="3"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>12. Source Specific Exhaust Fans:</strong>
for all bathrooms and laundry areas shall be a minimum</p>
<p>of 50 CFM rated at .25 water gauge (w.g.) . Kitchen range hood shall
be 100 CFM rated at .10 w.g.</p>
<p>A Whole House Ventilation exhaust fan may double duty for bath or
laundry fan provided it</p>
<p>meets whole house ventilation requirements. Exhaust fans must be
ducted to terminate outdoors.</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>13. Exhaust fan ducts</strong> shall be ≥ 4” and
properly sized (VIAQ, Table 3-3), &amp; insulated to R-4.</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="2"><p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td><p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>14.</strong>  <strong>WHOLE HOUSE
VENTILATION - EXHAUST OPTION</strong></p>
<p><strong>a) Install a 24 hour timer to control an exhaust
fan.</strong></p>
<p><strong>b) 1.5 sone (quiet) exhaust fan sized (at .25 w.g.) as
follows:</strong></p>
<p>1-2 bedrooms: 50-75 CFM; 3 bedrooms: 80-120 CFM;</p>
<p>4 bedrooms: 100-150 CFM; 5 bedrooms: 120-180 CFM</p>
<p><strong>c) FRESH AIR INLETS:</strong> are required for this option.
Inlets are required in all bedrooms and in</p>
<p>each habitable room (includes bedrooms,kitchen,etc., but not
bathrooms or utility rooms)</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="2"><p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td><p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>15.</strong>  <strong>WHOLE HOUSE
VENTILATION - HVAC INTEGRATED OPTION</strong></p>
<p><strong>a) Install a 24 hour timer</strong> to control intake damper
and furnace blower.</p>
<p><strong>b) Install an automatic (electric) damper</strong> in the
outside air intake. Other devices , such as a</p>
<p>manual damper or automatic flow regulation device, are only allowed
when: airflow is tested</p>
<p>or the device is installed as per manufacturers instructions to
ensure a whole house air</p>
<p>change rate between .35 and .5.</p>
<p><strong>c)</strong> <strong>Install a outside air intake duct
&amp;</strong> connect to return air plenum, within 4 ‘ of blower
and</p>
<p>sized as follows:</p>
<p><strong>SMOOTH Duct Diameters*:</strong> 6” for 2 bedrooms; 7” for 3
bedrooms; 8” for 4 bedrooms</p>
<p>*ADD 1” diameter - for Flex duct; for lengths over 20’; each elbow
after 3rd elbow</p>
<p>NOTE: The terminal element shall be same size as connecting ductwork
or 8”, whichever is larger.</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="12"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="7"><p><em>WSEC Framing Phase Requirements</em>:</p>
<p>Inspected by:_________________________
Date:_____________________________</p></td>
<td colspan="5"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="7">Address or Site ID:</td>
<td colspan="5"></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

**1994 WSEC Residential Checklist page 3**

**INSULATION PHASE**

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<td colspan="5"><strong>Compliance Required 3</strong></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="3"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="5"><strong>Inspection Approved 3</strong></td>
<td colspan="5"></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td><p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="2"><p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>16. Exterior slab on grade
insulation,</strong> shall be R-10 (Prescriptive Options) OR</p>
<p><strong>R- _______</strong> for calculated options.</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td><p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="2"><p></p>
<p></p></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>17. Exterior below grade wall
insulation</strong> shall be R-10 (Prescriptive Options) OR</p>
<p><strong>R- _______</strong> for calculated options.</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>18. Exterior slab or wall insulation</strong>
shall be approved for below-grade use.</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>19. Walls,</strong> including rim joists,
shall be insulated without compression according to selected</p>
<p>Prescriptive Option or calculations to <strong>R- _______</strong>
<strong>.</strong></p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>20. Interior below grade walls</strong> shall be
insulated without compression to <strong>R- _______</strong>
<strong>.</strong></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>21. Skylight walls</strong> shall be insulated
without compression to the wall R-value.</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>22. Vaulted ceilings</strong> shall be insulated
without compression to <strong>R- _______</strong>
<strong>.</strong></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>23. Vapor retarders</strong> shall be
installed toward the warm surface as represented below (502.1.6):</p>
<p>Select one option for floors, walls, and appropriate ceilings:</p>
<p><strong>Floors</strong>  Plywood w/exterior glue  Poly (≥ 4 Mil) 
Backed batts</p>
<p><strong>Walls</strong>  Poly plastic ((≥ 4 Mil)  Face-stapled,
backed batts  Low-perm paint</p>
<p><strong>Ceilings</strong>  Not required where ventilation space
averages ≥ 12” above insulation.</p>
<p> Face-stapled backed batts  Poly plastic (≥ 4 Mil)  Low-perm
paint</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>24. Heating system efficiency and
sizing</strong> requirements shall be met as represented below
(S.503):</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>25. Heat pump efficiency,</strong> as listed
in the ARI directory, shall be met as follows:</p>
<p> Split system, air source heat pump: HSPF ≥ 6.8, COP ≥ 3.0</p>
<p> Single package, air source heap pump: HSPF ≥ 6.6, COP ≥ 3.0</p>
<p> Water source heat pump: COP ≥ 3.8.</p>
<p> Ground source heat pump: COP ≥ 3.0</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>26. Central combustion heating system
AFUE</strong> rating, as listed in the GAMA Directory, shall be:</p>
<p> ≥ .78 (Med. Prescriptive Options &amp; Chap 5 Calculation)  ≥ .88
(High Efficiency Options)</p>
<p> ≥ .74 (Low Efficiency Options)  Other _______ (as per Systems
Analysis Qualification)</p></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>27. Non-central combustion heating
systems</strong> shall have intermittent ignition.</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><strong>28. Maximum heating system output</strong> (150%
of design heat load) is _________ KW or BTU/hr.</td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="2"></td>
<td colspan="7"><p><strong>29. High efficiency forced-air
furnace</strong> (≤ 56,000 BTU/hr output) may exceed the Design Heat
Load</p>
<p>(DHL). GAMA listed AFUE is ≥78 + 1 per each 5000 BTU/hr output that
it exceeds the DHL.</p>
<p>Heating system requirements will be met with the following system
(S.503.4.1.1):</p>
<p><strong>Mfg_______________________________Model
#______________________________</strong></p>
<p>Max. output_____________________KW or BTU/hr.</p>
<p>Type________________________HSPF_________________<em><strong>and/or</strong></em>
COP___________</p></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td colspan="12"></td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td colspan="8"><p><em>WSEC Insulation Phase Requirements</em>:</p>
<p>Inspected by:_________________________
Date:_____________________________</p></td>
<td colspan="4"></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Address or site ID:

**1994 WSEC Residential Checklist page 4**

**FINAL PHASE**

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|   | * |            |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **30.**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **Envelope |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | floors**   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | without    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | c          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ompression |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | with       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | support ≤  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 24" o.c.   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to: **R-   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | \_\_\_     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | \_\_\_\_** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **.**      |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **31.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | No         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | n-vaulted, |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | attic      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ceilings** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | without    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | c          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ompression |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to: **R-   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | \_\_\_     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | \_\_\_\_** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **.**      |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **32.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Doors**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall meet |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | U-values   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | as per the |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Door       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Schedule & |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Pr         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | escriptive |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Option (or |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | as         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | calculated |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | per Chap.  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 4 or 5     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Quali      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fication). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **33.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Exposed    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | foam       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | sulation** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | comply as  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | follows    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.5       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 02.2.4.7): |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Protected  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | with metal |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or plastic |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | flashing,  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or other   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | suitable   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | material   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | that       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | expands    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | below      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | grade.     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Insulation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | is         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | approved   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | for        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | sub-grade, |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | exterior   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | use and    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | properly   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | installed. |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **34.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Airflow**  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | between    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fresh air  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ports and  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | w          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | hole-house |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fan        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ensured by |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | undercut   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | door       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | s/grilles. |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **35.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Loosefill  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | sulation** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | okay if    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.5       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 02.1.4.5): |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Maximum    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ceiling    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | slope not  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | \>3 in 12. |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)** ≥   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 30"        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | clearance  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | distance   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | from top   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | of bottom  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | chord to   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | underside  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | of roof    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | sheathing  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | at roof    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ridge.     |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **36. 6    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | mil black  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | poly       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ethylene** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ground     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | cover      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | lapped 12" |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | at joints  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | & extend   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | foundation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | wall.      |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **37.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Cl         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | earances** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall meet |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | listed     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | minimums   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | between    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | and (S     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 502.4.3):  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Chimney    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Non-IC     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | rated      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | recessed   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | lights:    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 1/2" to    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | com        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | bustibles, |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 3" to      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulation |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **38.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Attic      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | hatch**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | required   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ceiling    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | R-value    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | and        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | weath      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | erstripped |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.5       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 02.1.4.4). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **39.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Attic      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | access     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | wood dam** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | equivalent |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to retain  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | loose fill |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in attic   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.5       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 02.1.4.4). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **40. All  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | exterior   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | doors**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (except 20 |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | minute     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | doors)     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | weath      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | erstripped |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | .502.4.3). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **41.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Service    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | hot & cold |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | water      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | piping**   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | unc        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | onditioned |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to R-3     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | S.503.11). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **42.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Service    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | rec        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | irculating |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | hot water  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | piping**   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | unc        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | onditioned |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall be   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to Table   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 5-12.      |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **43. Heat |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | pump       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | th         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ermostat** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | pr         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ogrammable |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | capability |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 503.3.5).  |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **44.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Th         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ermostat** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | provided   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | for each   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | HVAC       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | system     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | with range |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | of 55-75°  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | F          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (heating)  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 5          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 03.8.1.1). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **45.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Readily    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | a          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ccessible, |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | automatic  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or manual  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | means**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | provided   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | restrict   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shut-off   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Heating    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | input to   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | each       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | zone       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | during     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | periods    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | not        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | requiring  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | heat (S    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 5          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 03.8.3.1). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **46.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Mechanical |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ven        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | tilation** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | system     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | proper     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | timers,    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | and/or     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | switches   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (VIAQ, S   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 302.3).    |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **47.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Mechanical |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | v          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | entilation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ducts**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | R-4        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | in         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | *unco      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | nditioned* |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (VIAQ\< S. |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 302.5).    |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **48.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Mechanical |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | v          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | entilation |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | supply     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ducts** in |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | *co        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | nditioned* |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | R-4        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | i          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | nsulation. |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **49.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Supply     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ducts**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | volume     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | dampers,   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | or the     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | e          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | quivalent, |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to balance |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | system (S. |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 503.6).    |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **50.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Supply and |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | return air |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ducts**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | sealed     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | duct       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | joints in  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | unc        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | onditioned |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces (S. |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 503.10.2). |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **51. HVAC |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | plenums,   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | supply, &  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | return air |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ducts**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | R-8        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | i          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | nsulation. |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Pr         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | escriptive |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | and        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Chapter 5) |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **52. Hot  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | water      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | h          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | eater(s)** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall have |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.504.3,  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 504.4):    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Separate   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | power, or  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | gas        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shut-off   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **c)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | T          |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | emperature |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | setting ≤  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 120° F.    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 1987 NAECA |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Label on   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | tank       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **d)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Non-co     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | mpressible |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | R-10 pad   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (unheated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | spaces,    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | electric   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | only)      |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **53.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Swimming   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | pools      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (S.504.5)  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | have:**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Accessible |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ON/OFF     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | switch     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (pump,     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | heater)    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Pool cover |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **c)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Piping     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | insulated  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to S.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 503.11     |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **54. All  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fi         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | replaces** |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (VIAQ,     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | S.402.3)   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | have:      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)** 6   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | square     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | inch       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | combustion |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | air supply |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | duct w/    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | accessible |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | damper     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | directly   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | connected  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to the     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fire box   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Tig        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ht-fitting |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | glass or   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | metal      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | doors      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **c)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Tig        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ht-fitting |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | flue       |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | damper     |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+
|  |  | **55.      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Solid fuel |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | burning    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ap         |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | pliance(s) |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | (VIAQ, S.  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | 402.2)     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | shall      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | have:**    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   |            |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **a)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Tig        |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | ht-fitting |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | glass or   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | metal      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | doors      |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | **b)**     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | Outside    |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | combustion |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | air source |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | directly   |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | connected  |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | to the     |   |   |                                           |    |
|   |   | fire box   |   |   |                                           |    |
+---+---+------------+---+---+-------------------------------------------+----+

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| *WSEC Final Phase Requirements*:                                      |
|                                                                       |
| Inspected by:\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_       |
| Date:\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_       |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+

[^1]: ^\*^ The Energy Code defines residential buildings as "buildings
    and structures that provide facilities or shelter for residential
    occupancies."

    The Energy Code defines non-residential buildings as "buildings and
    structures or portions thereof that provide facilities or shelter
    for public assembly, educational, business, mercantile,
    institutional, storage, factory and industrial occupancies."