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
AssetEquipment or system boundaryAsset register
ProcedureTitle, revision and methodApproved procedure
PrerequisitesReadiness evidencePre-test record
ResultTest record and deficiency linkEvidence index

What does the source support?

The US Department of Energy describes commissioning as a planned process with investigation, implementation and documentation. A controlled procedure register supports that handoff.

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