Establish and implement an indoor air quality policy

Rationale: Developing and implementing a rigorous IAQ policy that includes best practices such as source control, maintenance, ventilation, filtration, low VOC material selection, training, and contagious disease enhancements limits exposure to pollutants and pathogens, reducing the risk of respiratory issues such as allergies or asthma, and the transmission of airborne contagious diseases, such as COVID-19, influenza, or streptococcus.

Requirements

Demonstrate compliance with the below:

Indoor Air Quality Policy (Full Credit):

Demonstrate compliance with all the following requirements:

Multi-Tenant Retail

1. Establish and implement an indoor air quality policy that is at least as rigorous as the v3 Fitwel Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Standard.

The v3 Fitwel Indoor Air Quality Policy can be found here. 

2. Ensure that the policy is applied to all spaces within the project and for any new construction and major renovations.

Retail

1. Establish and implement an indoor air quality policy that is at least as rigorous as the v3 Fitwel Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Standard.

The v3 Fitwel Indoor Air Quality Policy can be found here. 

2. Ensure that the policy is applied to all spaces within the project and for any new construction and major renovations.

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Certified Statements
• Uploaded Policy