What should the working record show?

Illustrative example. The fields below are a preparation framework; project procedures and acceptance criteria must come from the approved plan.

Commissioning evidence matrix
TopicRequired evidenceOwner
AssetInstalled identifier and locationAsset register
ConditionEnergization or operating stateTest sheet
ResultObserved value and criterionEvidence record
CloseoutDeficiency dispositionIssue register

What does the source support?

The US Department of Energy describes final documentation of the commissioning process, systems and actions taken. Site records should form part of that controlled handover.

Sources: US Department of Energy: Commissioning Process for Federal Facilities

Who approves the result?

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 pass criteria?

No. Use the approved design, procedure and commissioning plan.

Can a documentation service accept a test?

No. The appointed commissioning professional and responsible engineers control acceptance.

Who signs off engineering?

Only the registered engineer responsible for the job.

Primary sources

  1. Commissioning resources and Standard 202-2024ASHRAE
  2. Commissioning Process for Federal FacilitiesUS Department of Energy
  3. Lessons Learned from Tier Certification of Constructed FacilitiesUptime Institute