USGBC LEED-AP-O-M Value Pack (Frequently Bought Together)

An office building in a coastal region is pursuing LEED O+M certification. Flooding and hurricanes were identified as priority hazards from the climate resilience assessment. The building already has an existing emergency response plan that highlights the priority hazards. The building provides annual emergency preparedness training, has procedures for traffic management and protocols for maintaining critical facilities and systems. Specific roles are assigned in advance for essential personnel, and the emergency response plan is updated annually. The plan is also communicated to relevant service providers, facilities staff and occupants.
What additional element should be included in the emergency response plan for the building to comply with the IPc1: Operational Planning for Resilience credit?

• A. Strategies to address special needs for vulnerable populations
• B. First aid, CPR, and AED training for at least one staff member
• C. An annual fire drill for all occupants in partnership with the local fire department

The scenario will be displayed with each question for reference. Please use the scenario information when answering.
Central Office Park is a 153,000 ft2 (14 214 m2) existing commercial office building situated in a suburban business district.
During a recent operational audit, the management team confirmed that the building has 300 regular occupants. The building sees a daily average of 40 visitors and is located in an area with a Walk Score of 66.
To better understand occupant behavior, the team conducted a transportation survey during the current reporting period. The results revealed that 26% of the regular occupants commute using active and shared modes of transportation.
The property includes a surface parking lot with 100 total parking spaces. Historically, the owner has bundled parking passes with tenant leases at no additional cost. To pursue LTc2: Transportation Demand Management, they are planning to unbundle parking from all leases. Research confirms the local market rate for similar parking is $150 per month. To mitigate possible tenant dissatisfaction during the transition, the owner has proposed a policy of charging a discounted flat fee of $100 per month for each parking space.
Just outside the property line, a contiguous bicycle network is located 1,000 ft. (305 m) from the building ' s main entrance.
As part of a capital improvement plan to address decarbonization, the owner has allocated budget to install electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). They have selected Level 2, ENERGY STAR-certified chargers.
The owner has specified that the units be installed as standalone devices without a network connection to the utility provider or internet.
The project team is preparing the documentation for LTc2: Transportation Demand Management, Option 3.
Bicycle Network and Storage. Based on the site conditions described in the scenario, does the project meet the requirements to pursue this option?

• A. Yes, because the bicycle network is located just outside the property line
• B. No, because the distance from the main entrance to the bicycle network exceeds the maximum allowable walking distance
• C. Yes, because the project provides access to a contiguous bicycle network
• D. No, because the bicycle network must connect to both short-term and long-term storage locations

A commercial office complex is implementing a new waste management strategy to improve its sustainability rating. The strategy includes expanding their current waste diversion program to incorporate composting, enhancing recycling collection points, integrating seasonal waste collection for specific items like electronics and partnering with local organizations to distribute reusable materials. The complex is also addressing construction material waste by requiring contractors to sort and collect recoverable materials during renovations.
When evaluating the effectiveness of the new waste management strategy, which of the following performance metrics should be used to measure the success of waste diversion efforts in this complex?

• A. The total weight of waste generated by the complex per month
• B. The percentage of waste diverted from landfill relative to total waste generated
• C. The reduction in waste collection costs for the complex

A LEED AP O+M is reviewing construction documents to identify the regularly occupied spaces on a project to ensure that floor area values are utilized consistently across credits. What aspects of each space should the LEED AP O+M consider?

• A. Typical duration of intended occupancy in each space per day
• B. Rate of outdoor air provided per person
• C. Fire ratings of installed wall and ceiling assemblies
• D. Maximum number of intended occupants standing or seated

Which of the following greenhouse gases (GHGs) is emitted from onsite combustion of natural gas for heating purposes?

• A. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
• B. Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)
• C. Nitrous oxide (N2O)