What should the working record show?
Illustrative example. The fields below are a preparation framework; project tests and pass criteria must come from the approved plan.
| Field | Required input | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Project-defined submittal or factory gate | Source and approval |
| Level 2 | Project-defined site installation gate | Inspection evidence |
| Level 3 | Project-defined startup gate | Vendor records |
| Level 4 | Project-defined functional gate | Functional results |
| Level 5 | Project-defined integrated gate | Scenario evidence |
What does the primary source support?
Uptime Institute explicitly refers to Level 5 Commissioning as Integrated System Testing. The other row labels here are illustrative, not a universal standard.
Sources: Uptime Institute: Lessons Learned from Tier Certification of Constructed Facilities
Who approves the test?
The responsible commissioning professional approves test sequences, acceptance criteria and results. Only the registered engineer on the job performs engineering sign-off.
Common questions
What else should the bid team know?
Does this guide define the project's acceptance criteria?
No. Use the approved design and commissioning plan.
Can a documentation service witness tests?
Not by default. A qualified commissioning professional must be appointed for witnessing and acceptance.
Who signs off engineering?
Only the registered engineer responsible for the job.
Primary sources
- Commissioning resources and Standard 202-2024ASHRAE
- Commissioning Process for Federal FacilitiesUS Department of Energy
- Lessons Learned from Tier Certification of Constructed FacilitiesUptime Institute