You will develop an understanding of the current needs to operate, maintain and manage buildings. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and equipment are primarily discussed as they account for a great deal of operation and maintenance efforts. However, operation and maintenance of plumbing, electrical, life safety systems and other elements of building systems are also presented. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• How to identify the major elements of an effective maintenance program and understand the advantages of transitioning to a proactive maintenance program
• How to effectively use controls to measure and monitor building energy performance
• The functional testing performed during commissioning including the existing–building commissioning process

Content

Maintenance Techniques

• Maintenance Strategy and Control
• Minimum Standard for Inspection and Maintenance of Equipment
• Operating and Maintenance Documentation
• Maintenance Technician Training

Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Controls

• Control Components
• Effective Use of Control Technology
• Impact of Controls of Operating Costs
• Emerging Control Technologies and Strategies

Health and Safety

• Health and Safety Regulations and Policies
• Organizational Health and Safety Programs
• Building Operating Regulations
• Fire Prevention and Control
• Safe Work Practice

Pumping Systems

• Pumps Categories and Selection
• Pump Theory of Operation
• Engineering of System Requirements
• General Performance Characteristics

Electrical Installation, Inspection and Maintenance

• Equipment Inspection
• Cable and Conduit Entries
• Methods of Protection

Condition and Risk Assessment Procedures

• Types of Risk Assessment
• Emergency Response Plans
• What to do “During and After” an Emergency

For Whom: Architects, Engineers, Technicians, Construction and Building Management Professionals and others who to increase their knowledge of building maintenance in the Public Sector.