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<br />TABLE 5.504.4.1 - ADHESIVE VOC LIMITTABLE 5.504.4.1 - ADHESIVE VOC LIMIT 1,2
<br />Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter
<br />ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS CURRENT VOC LIMIT
<br />INDOOR CARPET ADHESIVES 50
<br />CARPET PAD ADHESIVES 50
<br />OUTDOOR CARPET ADHESIVES 150
<br />WOOD FLOORING ADHESIVES 100
<br />RUBBER FLOOR ADHESIVES 60
<br />SUBFLOOR ADHESIVES 50
<br />CERAMIC TILE ADHESIVES 65
<br />VCT & ASPHALT TILE ADHESIVES 50
<br />DRYWALL & PANEL ADHESIVES 50
<br />COVE BASE ADHESIVES 50
<br />MULTIPURPOSE CONSTRUCTION ADHESIVES 70
<br />STRUCTURAL GLAZING ADHESIVES 100
<br />SINGLE-PLY ROOF MEMBRANE ADHESIVES 250
<br />OTHER ADHESIVES NOT SPECIFICALLY LISTED 50
<br />SPECIALTY APPLICATIONS
<br />PVC WELDING 510
<br />CPVC WELDING 490
<br />ABS WELDING 325
<br />PLASTIC CEMENT WELDING 250
<br />ADHESIVE PRIMER FOR PLASTIC 550
<br />CONTACT ADHESIVE 80
<br />SPECIAL PURPOSE CONTACT ADHESIVE 250
<br />STRUCTURAL WOOD MEMBER ADHESIVE 140
<br />TOP & TRIM ADHESIVE 250
<br />SPECIALTY COATINGS
<br />ALUMINUM ROOF COATINGS 400
<br />BASEMENT SPECIALTY COATINGS 400
<br />BITUMINOUS ROOF COATINGS 50
<br />BITUMINOUS ROOF PRIMERS 350
<br />BOND BREAKERS 350
<br />CONCRETE CURING COMPOUNDS 350
<br />CONCRETE/MASONRY SEALERS 100
<br />DRIVEWAY SEALERS 50
<br />DRY FOG COATINGS 150
<br />FAUX FINISHING COATINGS 350
<br />FIRE RESISTIVE COATINGS 350
<br />FLOOR COATINGS 100
<br />FORM-RELEASE COMPOUNDS 250
<br />GRAPHIC ARTS COATINGS (SIGN PAINTS)500
<br />HIGH-TEMPERATURE COATINGS 420
<br />INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE COATINGS 250
<br />LOW SOLIDS COATINGS 1 120
<br />MAGNESITE CEMENT COATINGS 450
<br />MASTIC TEXTURE COATINGS 100
<br />METALLIC PIGMENTED COATINGS 500
<br />MULTICOLOR COATINGS 250
<br />PRETREATMENT WASH PRIMERS 420
<br />PRIMERS, SEALERS, & UNDERCOATERS 100
<br />REACTIVE PENETRATING SEALERS 350
<br />RECYCLED COATINGS 250
<br />ROOF COATINGS 50
<br />RUST PREVENTATIVE COATINGS 250
<br />SHELLACS:
<br />CLEAR 730
<br />OPAQUE 550
<br />SPECIALTY PRIMERS, SEALERS & UNDERCOATERS 100
<br />STAINS 250
<br />STONE CONSOLIDANTS 450
<br />SWIMMING POOL COATINGS 340
<br />TABLE 5.504.4.5 - FORMALDEHYDE LIMITSTABLE 5.504.4.5 - FORMALDEHYDE LIMITS 1
<br />MAXIMUM FORMALDEHYDE EMISSIONS IN PARTS PER MILLION
<br />PRODUCT CURRENT LIMIT
<br />HARDWOOD PLYWOOD VENEER CORE 0.05
<br />HARDWOOD PLYWOOD COMPOSITE CORE 0.05
<br />PARTICLE BOARD 0.09
<br />MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD 0.11
<br />THIN MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD 2 0.13
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<br />VALUES IN THIS TABLE ARE DERIVED FROM THOSE SPECIFIED BY THE CALIFORNIA AIR
<br />RESOURCES BOARD, AIR TOXICS CONTROL MEASURE FOR COMPOSITE WOOD AS TESTED IN
<br />ACCORDANCE WITH ASTM E 1333. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, SEE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
<br />REGULATIONS, TITLE 17, SECTIONS 93120 THROUGH 93120.12.
<br />THIN MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD HAS A MAXIMUM THICKNESS OF 5/16 INCHES (8 MM).
<br />TABLE 5.504.4.3 - VOC CONTENT LIMITS FOR ARCHITECTURAL COATINGSTABLE 5.504.4.3 - VOC CONTENT LIMITS FOR ARCHITECTURAL COATINGS 2,3
<br />GRAMS OF VOC PER LITER OF COATING, LESS WATER & LESS EXEMPT COMPOUNDS
<br />COATING CATEGORY CURRENT VOC LIMIT
<br />FLAT COATINGS 50
<br />NONFLAT COATINGS 100
<br />NONFLAT HIGH GLOSS COATINGS 150
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<br />5.410.2.5.2 systems operations training, [N]5.410.2.5.2 systems operations training, [N] A program for training of the appropriate maintenance staff for each
<br />equipment type and/or system shall be developed and documented in the commissioning report and shall include
<br />the following:
<br />System/equipment overview (what it is, what it does and with what other systems and/or equipment it
<br />interfaces).
<br />Review and demonstration of servicing/preventive maintenance.
<br />Review of the information in the Systems Manual.
<br />Review of the record drawings on the system/equipment.
<br />5.410.2.6 commissioning report. [N]5.410.2.6 commissioning report. [N] A report of commissioning process activities undertaken through the
<br />design and construction phases of the building project shall be completed and provided to the owner or
<br />representative.
<br />5.410.4 testing and adjusting. New buildings less than 10,000 square feet. 5.410.4 testing and adjusting. New buildings less than 10,000 square feet. Testing and adjusting of systems shall be
<br />required for new buildings less than 10,000 square feet or new systems to serve an addition or alteration subject to Section
<br />303.1.
<br />Note: Note: For energy-related systems under the scope (Section 100) of the California Energy Code, including heating,
<br />ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems and controls, indoor lighting system and controls, as well as water heating
<br />systems and controls, refer to California Energy Code Section 120.8 for commissioning requirements and Sections
<br />120.5, 120.6, 130.4, and 140.9(b)3 for additional testing requirements of specific systems.
<br />5.410.4.2 Systems. 5.410.4.2 Systems. Develop a written plan of procedures for testing and adjusting systems. Systems to be included
<br />for testing and adjusting shall include at a minimum, as applicable to the project:
<br />Renewable energy systems.
<br />Landscape irrigation systems.
<br />Water reuse systems.
<br />5.410.4.3 procedures.5.410.4.3 procedures. Perform testing and adjusting procedures in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and
<br />applicable standards on each system.
<br />5.410.4.3.1 HVAC balancing. 5.410.4.3.1 HVAC balancing. In addition to testing and adjusting, before a new space-conditioning system
<br />serving a building or space is operated for normal use, the system shall be balanced in accordance with the
<br />procedures defined by the Testing Adjusting and Balancing Bureau National Standards; the National Council
<br />National Standards or as approved by the enforcing agency.
<br />5.410.4.4 reporting. 5.410.4.4 reporting. After completion of testing, adjusting and balancing, provide a final report of testing signed by the
<br />individual responsible for performing these services.
<br />5.410.4.5 operation and maintenance (O & M) manual. 5.410.4.5 operation and maintenance (O & M) manual. Provide the building owner or representative with detailed
<br />operating and maintenance instructions and copies of guaranties/warranties for each system. O & M instructions shall
<br />be consistent with OSHA requirements in CCR, Title 8, Section 5142, and other related regulations.
<br />5.410.4.5.1 inspections and reports. 5.410.4.5.1 inspections and reports. Include a copy of all inspection verifications and reports required by the
<br />enforcing agency.
<br />division 5.5 environmental quality
<br />section 5.501 general
<br />5.501.1 scope. 5.501.1 scope. The provisions of this chapter shall outline means of reducing the quantity of air contaminants that are
<br />odorous, irritating, and/or harmful to the comfort and well-being of a building's installers, occupants and neighbors.
<br />section 5.502 definitions
<br />5.502.1 definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2 (and are included here for reference)
<br />arterial highway.arterial highway. A general term denoting a highway primarily for through traffic usually on a continuous route.
<br />a-weighted sound level (dBA). a-weighted sound level (dBA). The sound pressure level in decibels as measured on a sound level meter using the
<br />internationally standardized A-weighting filter or as computed from sound spectral data to which A-weighting
<br />adjustments have been made.
<br />1 btu/hour. 1 btu/hour. British thermal units per hour, also referred to as Btu. The amount of heat required to raise one pound of
<br />water one degree Fahrenheit per hour, a common measure of heat transfer rate. A ton of refrigeration is 12,000 Btu, the
<br />amount of heat required to melt a ton (2,000 pounds) of ice at 32 Fahrenheit.
<br />community noise equivalent level (CNEL). community noise equivalent level (CNEL). A metric similar to the day-night average sound level (Ldn), except that a 5
<br />decibel adjustment is added to the equivalent continuous sound exposure level for evening hours (7pm to 10pm) in
<br />addition to the 10 dB nighttime adjustment used in the Ldn.
<br />composite wood products. composite wood products. Composite wood products include hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium density
<br />fiberboard. “Composite wood products” does not include hardboard, structural plywood, structural panels,structural
<br />composite lumber, oriented strand board, glued laminated timber, timber, prefabricated wood I–joists or finger–jointed
<br />lumber, all as specified in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 17, Section 93120.1(a).
<br />note: note: See CCR, Title 17, Section 93120.1.
<br />day-night average sound level (Ldn). day-night average sound level (Ldn). The A-weighted equivalent continuous sound exposure level for a 24-hour
<br />period with a 10 dB adjustment added to sound levels occurring during nighttime hours (10p.m. to 7 a.m.).
<br />decibel (db) decibel (db) A measure on a logarithmic scale of the magnitude of a particular quantity (such as sound pressure,
<br />sound power, sound intensity) with respect to a reference quantity.
<br />electric vehicle (EV) electric vehicle (EV) An automotive-type vehicle for on-road use, such as passenger automobiles, buses, trucks, vans,
<br />neighborhood electric vehicles, electric motorcycles, and the like, primarily powered by an electric motor that draws
<br />current from a rechargeable storage battery, fuel cell, photovoltaic array, or other source of electric current. Plug-in
<br />hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) are considered electric vehicles. For purposes of the California Electrical Code, off-
<br />road, self-propoelled electric vehicles, such as industrial trucks, hoists, lifts, transports, golf carts, airline ground
<br />support equipment, tractors, boats, and the like, are not included.
<br />electric vehicle charging station(s) (EVCSj). electric vehicle charging station(s) (EVCSj). One or more spaces intended for charging electric vehicles.
<br />electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). The conductors, including the ungrounded, grounded, and equipment
<br />grounding conductors and the electric vehicle connectors, attachment plugs, and all other fittings, devices, power
<br />outlets, or apparatus installed specifically for the purpose of transferring energy between the premises wiring and the
<br />electric vehicle. The combined weight of new construciton disposal that does not exceed two pounds per square foot of
<br />building area may be deemed to meet the 65% minimum requirement as approved by the enforcing agency.
<br />energy equivalent (noise) level (Leq). energy equivalent (noise) level (Leq). The level of a steady noise which would have the same energy as the
<br />fluctuating noise level integrated over the time of period of interest.
<br />expressway. expressway. An arterial highway for through traffic which may have partial control of access, but which may or may not
<br />be divided or have grade separations at intersections.
<br />freeway. freeway. A divided arterial highway with full control of access and with grade separations at intersections.
<br />global warming potential (GWP). global warming potential (GWP). The radiative forcing impact of one mass-based unit of a given greenhouse gas
<br />relative to an equivalent unit of carbon dioxide over a given period of time. Carbon dioxide is the reference compound
<br />with a GWP of one.
<br />global warming potential value (GWP VALUE). global warming potential value (GWP VALUE). A 100-year GWP value published by the Intergovernmental Panel on
<br />Climate Change (IPCC) in either its Second Assessment Report (SAR) (IPCC, 1995); or its Fourth Assessment A-3
<br />Report (AR4) (IPCC, 2007). The SAR GWP values are found in column "SAR (100-yr)" of Table 2.14.; the AR4 GWP
<br />values are found in column "100 yr" of Table 2.14.
<br />high-gwp refrigerant. high-gwp refrigerant. A compound used as a heat transfer fluid or gas that is: (a) a chlorofluorocarbon, a
<br />hdrochlorofluorocarbon, a hydrofluorocarbon, a perfluorocarbon, or any compound or blend of compounds, with a
<br />GWP value equal to or greater than 150, or (B) any ozone depleting substance as defined in Title 40 of the Code of
<br />Federal Regulations, Part 82, sec.82.3 (as amended March 10, 2009)
<br />long radius elbow. long radius elbow. Pipe fitting installed between two lengths of pipe or tubing to allow a change of direction, with a
<br />radius 1.5 times the pipe diameter.
<br />low-gwp refrigerant. low-gwp refrigerant. A compound used as a heat transfer fluid or gas that: (A) has a GWP value less than 150, and (B)
<br />is not an ozone depleting substance as defined in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 82, sec.82.3 (as
<br />amended March 10, 2009).
<br />merv. merv. Filter minimum efficiency reporting value, based on ASHRAE 52.2–1999.
<br />maximum incremental reactivity (MIR). maximum incremental reactivity (MIR). The maximum change in weight of ozone formed by adding a compound to
<br />the "Base REactive Organic Gas (ROG) Mixture" per weight of compound added, expressed to hundreths of a gram
<br />(g3 O /g ROC).
<br />product-weighted mir (PWMIR).product-weighted mir (PWMIR).The sum of all weighted-MIR for all ingredients in a product subject to this article.
<br />The PWMIR is the total product reactivity expressed to hundredths of a gram of ozone formed per gram of product
<br />(excluding container and packaging).
<br />PSIG. PSIG. Pounds per square inch, guage.
<br />reactive organic compound (ROC).reactive organic compound (ROC). Any compound that has the potential, once emitted, to contribute to ozone
<br />formation in the troposphere.
<br />schrader access values. schrader access values. Access fittings with a valve core installed.
<br />short radius elbow. short radius elbow. Pipe fitting installed between two lengths of pipe or tubing to allow a change of direction, with a
<br />radius 1.0 times the pipe diameter.
<br />supermarket. supermarket. For the purposes of Section 5.508.2, a supermarket is any retail food facility with 8,000 square feet or
<br />more conditioned area, and that utilizes either refrigerated display cases, or walk-in coolers or freezers connected to
<br />remote compressor units or condensing units.
<br />voc. voc. A volatile organic compound broadly defined as a chemical compound based on carbon chains or rings with vapor
<br />pressures greater than 0.1 millimeters of mercury at room temperature. These compounds typically contain hydrogen
<br />and may contain oxygen, nitrogen and other elements. See CCR Title 17, Section 94508(a)
<br />note: note: Where specific regulations are cited from different agencies such as SCAQMD, ARB, etc., the VOC definition
<br />included in that specific regulation is the one that prevails for the specific measure in question.
<br />section 5.503 firepalces
<br />5.503.1 fireplaces. 5.503.1 fireplaces. Install only a direct-vent sealed-combustion gas or sealed wood-burning fireplace, or a sealed
<br />woodstove or pellet stove, and refer to residential requirements in the California Energy Code, Title 24, Part 6, Subchapter 7,
<br />Section 150. Woodstoves, pellet stoves and fireplaces shall comply with applicable local ordinances.
<br />5.503.1.1 woodstoves. 5.503.1.1 woodstoves. Woodstoves and pellet stoves shall comply with U.S. EPA New Source Performance Standards
<br />(NSPS) emission limits as applicable, and shall have a permanent label indicating they are certified to meet the
<br />emission limits.
<br />section 5.504 pollutant control
<br />5.504.1 temporary ventilation. 5.504.1 temporary ventilation. The permanent HVAC system shall only be used during construction if necessary to
<br />condition the building or areas of addition or alteration within the required temperature range for material and equipment
<br />installation. If the HVAC system is used during construction, use return air filters with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value
<br />(MERV) of 8, based on ASHRAE 52.2-1999, or an average efficiency of 30% based on ASHRAE 52.1-1992 Replace all filters
<br />immediately prior to occupancy, or, if the building is occupied during alteration, at the conclusion of construction.
<br />5.504.3 Covering of duct openings and protection of mechanical equipment during construction. 5.504.3 Covering of duct openings and protection of mechanical equipment during construction. At the time of rough
<br />installation and during storage on the construction site until final startup of the heating, cooling and ventilation equipment,
<br />all duct and other related air distribution component openings shall be covered with tape, plastic, sheetmetal or other
<br />methods acceptable to the enforcing agency to reduce the amount of dust, water and debris which may enter the system.
<br />5.504.4 finish material pollutant control. 5.504.4 finish material pollutant control. Finish materials shall comply with Sections 5.504.4.1 through 5.504.4.6
<br />5.504.4.1 Adhesives, sealants and caulks. 5.504.4.1 Adhesives, sealants and caulks. Adhesives, sealants, and caulks used on the project shall meet the
<br />requirements of the following standards:
<br />Adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, adhesive primers, sealants, sealant primers and caulks shall comply
<br />with local or regional air pollution control or air quality management district rules where applicable, or
<br />SCAQMD Rule 1168 VOC limits, as shown in Tables 5.504.4.1 and 5.504.4.2. Such products also shall
<br />comply with the Rule 1168 prohibition on the use of certain toxic compounds (chloroform, ethylene
<br />dichloride, methylene chloride, perchloroethylene and trichloroethylene), except for aerosol products as
<br />specified in subsection 2, below.
<br />Aerosol adhesives, and smaller unit sizes of adhesives, and sealant or caulking compounds (in units of
<br />product, less packaging, which do not weigh more than one pound and do not consist of more than 16 fluid
<br />ounces) shall comply with statewide VOC standards and other requirements, including prohibitions on use of
<br />certain toxic compounds, of California Code of Regulations, Title 17, commencing with Section 94507.
<br />5.504.4.3 Paints and coatings.5.504.4.3 Paints and coatings. Architectural paints and coatings shall comply with VOC limits in Table 1 of the ARB
<br />Architectural Coatings Suggested Control Measure, as shown in Table 5.504.4.3, unless more stringent local limits
<br />applly. The VOC content limit for coatings that do not meet the definitiuos for the speciality coatings categories listed in
<br />Table 5.504.4.3 shall be determined by classifying the coatings as a Flat, Nonflat or Nonflat-High Gloss coating, based
<br />on its gloss, as defined in Subsections 4.21, 4.36 and 4.37 of the 2007 California Air Resources Board Suggested
<br />Control Measure, and the corresponding Flat, Nonflat or Nonflat-High Gloss VOC limit in Table 5.504.4.3 shall apply.
<br />5.504.4.3.1 aerosol paints and coatings. 5.504.4.3.1 aerosol paints and coatings. Aerosol paints and coatings shall meet the PWMIR Limits for ROC in
<br />Section 94522(a)(3) and other requirements, including prohibitions on use of certain toxic compounds and ozone
<br />depleting substances, in Sections 94522(c)(2) and (d)(2) and (d)(2) of California Code of Regulations, Title 17,
<br />commencing iwth Section 94520; and in areas under the jurisdiction of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
<br />additionally comply with the percent VOC by weight of product limits of Regulation 8 Rule 49.
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<br />5.504.4.6 resilient flooring systems.5.504.4.6 resilient flooring systems. Where resilient flooring is installed, at least 80 percent of floor area receiving
<br />resilient flooring shall meet the requirements of the California Department of Public Health,"Standard Method for the
<br />Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources Using Environmental Chambers,"
<br />Version 1.2, January 2017 (Emission testing method for California Specifications 01350)
<br />See California Department of Public Health's website for certification programs and testing labs.
<br />https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHLB/IAQ/Pages/VOC.aspx#material
<br />5.504.4.6.1 Verification of compliance. 5.504.4.6.1 Verification of compliance. Documentation shall be provided verifying that resilient flooring
<br />5.504.4.7 thermal insulation. 5.504.4.7 thermal insulation. Comply with the requirements of the California Department of Public Health, "Standard
<br />Method of the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources Using
<br />Environmental Chambers, "Version 1.2, January 1.2, January 2017 (Emission testing method for California
<br />Specification 01350).
<br />See California Department of Public Health's website for certification programs and testing labs.
<br />https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHLB/IAQ/Pages/VOC.aspx#material
<br />5.504.4.7.1 verification of compliance. 5.504.4.7.1 verification of compliance. Documentation shall be provided verifying that thermal insulation
<br />materials meet the pollutant emission limits.
<br />5.504.4.8 acoustical ceiling and wall panels. 5.504.4.8 acoustical ceiling and wall panels. Comply with the requirements of the California Department of Public
<br />Health, "Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources
<br />Using Environmental Chambers, " Version 1.2, January 2017 (Emission testing method for California Specification
<br />01350). See California Department of Public Health's website for certification programs and testing labs.
<br />5.504.4.8.1 verification of compliance. 5.504.4.8.1 verification of compliance. Documentation shall be provided verifying that acoustical finish
<br />materials meet the pollutant emission limits.
<br />5.504.5.3 filters. 5.504.5.3 filters. In mechanically ventilated buildings, provide regularly occupied areas of the building with air
<br />filtration media for outside and return air that provides at least a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 13.
<br />MERV 13 filters shall be installed prior to occupancy, and recommendations for maintenance with filters of the same
<br />value shall be included in the operation and maintenance manual.
<br />Exceptions: Exceptions: Existing mechanical equipment.
<br />5.504.5.3.1 labeling. 5.504.5.3.1 labeling. Installed filters shall be clearly labeled by the manufacturer indicating the MERV rating.
<br />5.504.7 environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) control. 5.504.7 environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) control. Where outdoor areas are provided for smoking, prohibit smoking
<br />within 25 feet of building entries, outdoor air intakes and operable windows and within the building as already prohibited by
<br />other laws or regulations; or as enforced by ordinances, regulations or policies of any city, county, city and county,
<br />California Community College, campus of the California State University, or campus of the University of California,
<br />whichever are more stringent. When ordinances, regulations or policies are not in place, post signage to inform building
<br />occupants of the prohibitions.
<br />section 5.505 indoor moisture control
<br />5.505.1 indoor moisture control.5.505.1 indoor moisture control. Buildings shall meet or exceed the provisions of California Building Code, CCR, Title 24,
<br />Part 2, Sections 1202 (Ventilation) and Chapter 14 (Exterior Walls). For additional measures, see Section 5.407.2 of this
<br />code.
<br />section 5.506 indoor air quality
<br />5.506.1 outside air delivery.5.506.1 outside air delivery. For mechanically or naturally ventilated spaces in buildings, meet the minimum requirements
<br />of Section 120.1 (Requirements For Ventilation) of the California Energy Code, or the applicable local code, whichever is
<br />more stringent, and Division 1, Chapter 4 of CCR, Title 8.
<br />5.506.2 carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring.5.506.2 carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring. For buildings or additions equipped with demand control ventilation, CO2
<br />sensors and ventilation controls shall be specified and installed in accordance with the requirements of the California Energy
<br />Code, Section 120(c)(4).
<br />5.506.3 carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring in classrooms. (DSA-SS) 5.506.3 carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring in classrooms. (DSA-SS) Each public K-12 school classroom, as listed in
<br />Table 120.1-A of the California Energy Code, shall be equipped with a carbon dioxide monitor or sensor that meets the
<br />following requirements:
<br />The monitor or sensor shall be permanently affixed in a tamper-proof manner in each classroom between 3 and 6
<br />feet (914 mm and 1829 mm) above the floor and at least 5 feet (1524 mm) away from door and operable
<br />windows.
<br />When the monitor or sensor is not integral to an Energy Management Control System (EMCS), the monitor or
<br />sensor shall display the carbon dioxide readings on the device. When the sensor is integral to an EMCS, the
<br />carbon dioxide readings shall be available to and regularly monitored by facility personnel.
<br />A monitor shall provide notification though a visual indicator on the monitor when the carbon dioxide levels in the
<br />classroom have exceeded 1,100ppm. A sensor integral to an EMCS shall provide notification to facility personnel
<br />through a visual and/or audible indicator when the carbon dioxide levels in the classroom have exceeded
<br />1,100ppm.
<br />The monitor or sensor shall measure carbon dioxide levels at minimum 15- minute intervals and shall maintain a
<br />record of previous carbon dioxide measurements of not less than 30 days duration.
<br />The monitor or sensor used to measure carbon dioxide levels shall have the capacity to measure carbon dioxide
<br />levels with a range of 400ppm to 2000ppm or greater.
<br />The monitor or sensor shall be certified by the manufacturer to be accurate within 75ppm at 1,000ppm carbon
<br />dioxide concentration and shall be certified by the manufacturer to require calibration no more frequently than
<br />once every 5 years.
<br />section 5.507 environmental comfort
<br />5.507.4 acoustical control. 5.507.4 acoustical control. Employ building assemblies and components with Sound Transmission Class (STC) values
<br />determined in accordance with ASTM E 90 and ASTM E 413, or Outdoor-Indoor Sound Transmission Class (OITC)
<br />determined in accordance with ASTM E 1332, using either the prescriptive or performance method in Section 5.507.4.1 or
<br />5.507.4.2.
<br />Exception: Exception: Buildings with few or no occupants or where occupants are not likely to be affected by exterior noise, as
<br />determined by the enforcement authority, such as factories, stadiums, storage, enclosed parking, structures and utility
<br />buildings.
<br />Exception: [DSA-SS]: Exception: [DSA-SS]: For public schools and community colleges, the requirements of this section and all
<br />subsections apply only to new construction.
<br />1.1.
<br />1.1.
<br />2.2.
<br />1.1.
<br />1.1.
<br />2.2.
<br />3.3.
<br />4.4.
<br />5.5.
<br />1.1.
<br />2.2.
<br />3.3.
<br />4.4.
<br />1.1.
<br />2.2.
<br />5.507.4.1 exterior noise transmission prescriptive method. 5.507.4.1 exterior noise transmission prescriptive method. Wall and roof-ceiling assemblies exposed to the noise
<br />source making up the building or addition envelope or altered envelope shall meet a composite STC rating of at least
<br />50 or a composite OITC rating of no less than 40, with exterior windows of a minimum STC of 40 or OITC of 30 in the
<br />following locations:
<br />Within the 65 CNEL noise contour of an airport.
<br />Exception: Exception:
<br />Ldn or CNEL for military airports shall be determined by the facility Air Installation Compatible Land Use
<br />Zone (AICUZ) plan.
<br />Ldn or CNEL for other airports and heliports for which a land use plan has not been developed shall be
<br />determined by the local general plan noise element.
<br />Within the 65 CNEL or Ldn noise contour of a freeway or expressway, railroad, industrial source or fixed-
<br />guideway source as determined by the Noise Element of the General Plan.
<br />5.507.4.1.1 noise exposure where noise contours are not readily available. 5.507.4.1.1 noise exposure where noise contours are not readily available. Buildings exposed to a noise level
<br />of 65 dB L - 1-hr during any hour of operation shall have building, addition or alteration exterior wall and roof-
<br />ceiling assemblies exposed to the noise source meeting a composite STC rating of at least 45 (or OITC 35), with
<br />exterior windows of a minimum STC of 40 (or OITC 30).
<br />5.507.4.2 performance method. 5.507.4.2 performance method. For buildings located as defined in Section 5.507.4.1 or 5.507.4.1.1, wall and roof-
<br />ceiling assemblies exposed to the noise source making up the building or addition envelope or altered envelope shall
<br />be constructed to provide an interior noise environment attributable to exterior sources that does not exceed an hourly
<br />equivalent noise level (Leq-1Hr) of 50 dBA in occupied areas during any hour of operation.
<br />5.507.4.2.1 site features. 5.507.4.2.1 site features. Exterior features such as sound walls or earth berms may be utilized as appropriate to
<br />the building, addition or alteration project to mitigate sound migration to the interior.
<br />5.507.4.2.2 documentation of compliance. 5.507.4.2.2 documentation of compliance. An acoustical analysis documenting complying interior sound levels
<br />shall be prepared by personnel approved by the architect or engineer of record.
<br />5.507.4.3 Interior sound transmission. 5.507.4.3 Interior sound transmission. Wall and floor-ceiling assemblies separating tenant spaces and tenant
<br />spaces and public places shall have an STC of at least 40.
<br />Note: Note: Examples of assemblies and their various STC ratings may be found at the California Office of Noise
<br />Control: www.toolbase.org/PDF/CaseStudies/stc_icc_ratings.pdf.
<br />section 5.508 outdoor air quality
<br />5.508.1 ozone depletion and greenhouse gas reducitons. 5.508.1 ozone depletion and greenhouse gas reducitons. Installations of HVAC, refrigeration and fire suppression
<br />equipment shall comply with Sections 5.508.1.1 and 5.508.1.2.
<br />5.508.1.1 chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). 5.508.1.1 chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). Install HVAC, refrigeration and fire suppression equipment that do not contain
<br />CFCs.
<br />5.508.1.2 halons. 5.508.1.2 halons. Install HVAC, refrigeration and fire suppression equipment that do not contain Halons.
<br />5.508.2 supermarket refrigerant leak reduction. 5.508.2 supermarket refrigerant leak reduction. New commercial refrigeration systems shall comply with the provisions of
<br />this section when installed in retail food stores 8,000 square feet or more conditioned area, and that utilize either
<br />refrigerated display cases, or walk-in coolers or freezers connected to remote compressor units or condensing units. The
<br />leak reduction measures apply to refrigeration systems containing high-global-warming potential (high-GWP) refrigerants
<br />with a GWP of 150 or greater. New refrigeration systems include both new facilities and the replacement of existing
<br />refrigeration systems in existing facilities.
<br />Exception:Exception: Refrigeration systems containing low-global warming potential (low-GWP) refrigerant with a GWP value less
<br />than 150 are not subject to this section. Low-GWP refrigerants are nonozone-depleting refrigerants that include ammonia,
<br />carbon dioxide (CO2), and potentially other refrigerants.
<br />5.508.2.1 refrigerant piping. 5.508.2.1 refrigerant piping. Piping compliant with the California Mechanical Code shall be installed to be California
<br />Code of Regulations, Title 17, commencing accessible for leak protection and repairs. Piping runs using threaded pipe,
<br />copper tubing with an outside diameter (OD) less than 1/4 inch, flared tubing connections and short radius elbows
<br />shall not be used in refrigerant systems except as noted below.
<br />5.508.2.1.1 rhreaded pipe. 5.508.2.1.1 rhreaded pipe. Threaded connections are permitted at the compressor rack.
<br />5.508.2.1.2 copper pipe. 5.508.2.1.2 copper pipe. Copper tubing with an OD less than 1/4 inch may be used in systems with a refrigerant
<br />charge of 5 pounds or less.
<br />5.508.2.1.2.1 anchorage. 5.508.2.1.2.1 anchorage. One-fouth-inch OD tubing shall be securely clamped to a rigid base to keep
<br />vibration levels below 8 mils.
<br />5.508.2.1.3 flared tubing connections.5.508.2.1.3 flared tubing connections. Double-flared tubing connections may be used for pressure controls,
<br />valve pilot lines and oil.
<br />Exception: Exception: Single-flared tubing connections may be used with a multiring seal coated with industrial sealant
<br />suitable for use with refrigerants and tightened in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
<br />5.508.2.1.4 elbows. 5.508.2.1.4 elbows. Short radius elbows are only permitted where space limitations prohibit use of long radius
<br />elbows.
<br />5.508.2.2 valves. 5.508.2.2 valves. Valves Valves and fittings shall comply with the California Mechanical Code and as follows.
<br />5.508.2.2.1 pressure relief valves.5.508.2.2.1 pressure relief valves. For vessels containing high-GWP refrigerant, a rupture disc shall be installed
<br />between the outlet of the vessel and the inlet of the pressure relief valve.
<br />5.508.2.2.1.1 pressure detection. 5.508.2.2.1.1 pressure detection. A pressure gauge, pressure transducer or other device shall be installed
<br />in the space between the rupture disc and the relief valve inlet to indicate a disc rupture or discharge of the
<br />relief valve.
<br />5.508.2.2.2 access valves.5.508.2.2.2 access valves. Only Schrader access valves with a brass or steel body are permitted for use.
<br />5.508.2.2.2.1 valve caps. 5.508.2.2.2.1 valve caps. For systems with a refrigerant charge of 5 pounds or more, valve caps shall be
<br />brass or steel and not plastic.
<br />5.508.2.2.2.2 seal caps.5.508.2.2.2.2 seal caps. If designed for it, the cap shall have a neoprene O-ring in place.
<br />5.508.2.2.2.2.1 chain tethers. 5.508.2.2.2.2.1 chain tethers. Chain tethers to fit ovr the stem are required for valves designed to have
<br />seal caps.
<br />Exception:Exception: Valves with seal caps that are not removed from the valve during stem operation.
<br />5.508.2.3 refrigerated service cases. 5.508.2.3 refrigerated service cases. Refrigerated service cases holding food products containing vinegar and salt
<br />shall have evaporator coils of corrosion-resistant material, such as stainless steel; or be coated to prevent corrosion
<br />from these substances.
<br />5.508.2.3.1 coil coating.5.508.2.3.1 coil coating. Consideration shall be given to the heat transfer efficiency of coil coating to maximize
<br />energy efficiency.
<br />5.508.2.4 refrigerant receivers. 5.508.2.4 refrigerant receivers. Refrigerant receivers with capacities greater than 200 pounds shall be fitted with a
<br />device that indicates the level of refrigerant in the receiver.
<br />5.508.2.5 pressure testing. 5.508.2.5 pressure testing. The system shall be pressure tested during installation prior to evacuation and charging.
<br />5.508.2.5.1 minimum pressure. 5.508.2.5.1 minimum pressure. The system shall be charged with regulated dry nitrogen and appropriate tracer
<br />gas to bring system pressure up to 300 psig minimum.
<br />5.508.2.5.2 leaks.5.508.2.5.2 leaks. Check the system for leaks, repair any leaks, and retest for pressure using the same gauge.
<br />5.508.2.5.3 allowable pressure change. 5.508.2.5.3 allowable pressure change. The system shall stand, unaltered, for 24 hours with no more than a +/-
<br />one pound pressure change from 300 psig, measured with the same gauge.
<br />5.508.2.6 evacuation. 5.508.2.6 evacuation. The system shall be evacuated after pressure testing and prior to charging.
<br />5.508.2.6.1 first vacuum. 5.508.2.6.1 first vacuum. Pull a system vacuum down to at least 1000 microns (+/- 50 microns), and hold for
<br />30 minutes.
<br />5.508.2.6.2 second vacuum. 5.508.2.6.2 second vacuum. Pull a second system vacuum to a minimum of 500 microns and hold for 30
<br />minutes.
<br />5.508.2.6.3 third vacuum. 5.508.2.6.3 third vacuum. Pull a third vacuum down to a minimum of 300 microns, and hold for 24 hours with a
<br />maximum drift of 100 microns over a 24-hour period.
<br />chapter 7 installer & special inspector qualifications
<br />702 qualifications
<br />702.1 installer training. 702.1 installer training. HVAC system installers shall be trained and certified in the proper installation of HVAC systems
<br />including ducts and equipment by a nationally or regionally recognized training or certification program. Uncertified
<br />persons may perform HVAC installations when under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person trained and
<br />certified to install HVAC systems or contractor licensed to install HVAC systems. Examples of acceptable HVAC training and
<br />certification programs include but are not limited to the following:
<br />State certified apprenticeship programs.
<br />Public utility training programs.
<br />Training programs sponsored by trade, labor or statewide energy consulting or verification organizations.
<br />Programs sponsored by manufacturing organizations.
<br />Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />702.2 special inspeciton [HCD]. 702.2 special inspeciton [HCD]. When required by the enforcing agency, the owner or the responsible entity acting as the
<br />owner's agent shall employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate
<br />compliance with this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for
<br />the particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In addition to other certifications or qualifications acceptable to the
<br />enforcing agency, the following certifications or education may be considered by the enforcing agency when evaluating the
<br />qualifications of a special inspector:
<br />Certification by a national or regional green building program or standard publisher.
<br />Certification by a statewide energy consulting or verification organization, such as HERS raters, building
<br />performance contractors, and home energy auditors.
<br />Successful completion of a third party apprentice training program in the appropriate trade.
<br />Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />Notes:Notes:
<br />Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or the they are
<br />inspecting for compliance with this code.
<br />HERS raters are special inspectors certified by the California Energy Commission (CEC) to rate homes in
<br />California according to the Home Energy Rating System (HERS).
<br />[BSC-CG] [BSC-CG] When required by the enforcing agency, the owner or the responsible entity acting as the owner's agent shall
<br />employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate compliance with
<br />this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for the
<br />particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In addition, the special inspector shall have a certification from a
<br />recognized state, national or international association, as determined by the local agency. The area of certification shall
<br />be closely related to the primary job function, as determined by the local agency.
<br />Notes: Notes: Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or the project they are
<br />inspecting for compliance with this code.
<br />703 verifications
<br />703.1 documentation. 703.1 documentation. Documentation used to show compliance with this code shall include but is not limited to,
<br />construction documents, plans, specifications, builder or installer certification, inspection reports, or other methods
<br />acceptable to the enforcing agency which demonstrate substantial conformance. When specific documentation or special
<br />inspection is necessary to verify compliance, that method of compliance will be specified in the appropriate section or
<br />identified applicable checklist.
<br />METAL TO METAL 30
<br />PLASTIC FOAMS 50
<br />POROUS MATERIAL (EXCEPT WOOD)50
<br />WOOD 30
<br />FIBERGLASS 80
<br />1.
<br />2.
<br />IF AN ADHESIVE IS USED TO BOND DISSIMILAR SUBSTRATES TOGETHER, THE ADHESIVE
<br />WITH THE HIGHEST VOC CONTENT SHALL BE ALLOWED.
<br />FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING METHODS TO MEASURE THE VOC CONTENT
<br />SPECIFIED IN THIS TABLE, SEE SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT RULE
<br />1168, www.arb.ca.gov/DRDB/SC/CURHTML/R1168.PDF
<br />TABLE 5.504.4.2 - SEALANT VOC LIMITTABLE 5.504.4.2 - SEALANT VOC LIMIT
<br />Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter
<br />SEALANTS CURRENT VOC LIMIT
<br />ARCHITECTURAL 250
<br />MARINE DECK 760
<br />NONMEMBRANE ROOF 300
<br />ROADWAY 250
<br />SINGLE-PLY ROOF MEMBRANE 450
<br />OTHER 420
<br />SEALANT PRIMERS
<br />ARCHITECTURAL
<br /> NONPOROUS 250
<br /> POROUS 775
<br />MODIFIED BITUMINOUS 500
<br />MARINE DECK 760
<br />OTHER 750
<br />NOTE: NOTE: FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING METHODS TO MEASURE THE VOC CONTENT
<br />SPECIFIED IN THESE TABLES, SEE SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT RULE
<br />1168.
<br />SUBSTRATE SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
<br />1.
<br />2.
<br />1.1.
<br />2.2.
<br />3.3.
<br />4.4.
<br />5.
<br />5.504.4.3.2 verification.5.504.4.3.2 verification. Verification of compliance with this section shall be provided at the request of the
<br />enforcing agency. Documentation may include, but is not limited to, the following:
<br />Manufacturer's product specification.
<br />Field verification of on-site product containers.
<br />5.504.4.4 carpet systems. 5.504.4.4 carpet systems. All carpet installed in the building interior shall meet the requirements of the California
<br />Department of Public Health, "Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions
<br />from Indoor Sources Using Environmental Chambers." Version 1.2, January 2017 (Emission testing method for
<br />California Specifications 01350).
<br />See California Department of Public Health's website for certification programs and testing labs.
<br />https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHLB/IAQ/Pages/VOC.aspx#material
<br />5.504.4.4.1 carpet cushion. 5.504.4.4.1 carpet cushion. All carpet cushion installed in the building interior shall meet the requirements of
<br />the California Department of Public Health,"Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic
<br />Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources Using Environmental Chambers,"Version 1.2, January 2017 (Emission
<br />testing method for California Specifications 01350).
<br />See California Department of Public Health's website for certification programs and testing labs.
<br />https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHLB/IAQ/Pages/VOC.aspx#material
<br />5.504.4.4.2 carpet adhesive. 5.504.4.4.2 carpet adhesive. All carpet adhesive shall meet the requirements of Table 5.504.4.1.
<br />5.504.4.5 composite wood products. 5.504.4.5 composite wood products. Hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium density fiberboard composite
<br />wood products used on the interior or exterior of the buildings shall meet the requirements for formaldehyde as
<br />specified in ARB's Air Toxics Control Measure (ATCM) for Composite Wood (17 CCR 93120 et seq.). Those materials
<br />not exempted under the ATCM must meet the specified emission limits, as shown in Table 5.504.4.5.
<br />5.504.4.5.3 documentation. 5.504.4.5.3 documentation. Verification of compliance with this section shall be provided as requested by the
<br />enforcing agency. Documentation shall include at least one of the following:
<br />Product certifications and specifications.
<br />Chain of custody certifications.
<br />Product labeled and invoced as meeting the Composite Wood Products regulation (see CCR, Title 17,
<br />Section 93120, et seq.).
<br />Exterior grade products marked as meeting the PS-1 or PS-2 standards of the Engineered Wood
<br />Association, the Australian AS/NZS 2269 or European 636 3S standards
<br />Other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />1.
<br />2.
<br />3.
<br />GRAMS OF VOC PER LITER OF COATING, INCLUDING WATER & EXEMPT COMPOUNDS
<br />THE SPECIFIED LIMITS REMAIN IN EFFECT UNLESS REVISED LIMITS ARE LISTED IN
<br />SUBSEQUENT COLUMNS IN THE TABLE.
<br />VALUES IN THIS TABLE ARE DERIVED FROM THOSE SPECIFIED BY THE CALIFORNIA AIR
<br />RESOURCES BOARD, ARCHITECTURAL COATINGS SUGGESTED CONTROL MEASURE, FEB. 1,
<br />2008. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE FROM THE AIR RESOURCES BOARD.
<br />TRAFFIC MARKING COATINGS 100
<br />TUB & TILE REFINISH COATINGS 420
<br />WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES 250
<br />WOOD COATINGS 275
<br />WOOD PRESERVATIVES 350
<br />ZINC-RICH PRIMERS 340
<br />No.Revisions Date
<br />1 SD Set 06/05/2025
<br />2 DD Set 07/03/2025
<br />3 90% CD Set 08/14/2025
<br />4 Plan Check Submittal 09/19/2025
<br />09-2027
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