Sustainable Construction Guide

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Field Guide for Sustainable Construction

June 2004

Produced for:Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office

Safety Sustainability and Environment IPTand

Washington Headquarters ServicesDefense Facilities Directorate

Produced by:Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence

The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PA

Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program OfficeArlington, VA

Editor in ChiefMichael H. Pulaski, Ph.D. Candidate, The Pennsylvania State University

Acknowledgements:

The Field Guide for Sustainable Construction is the result of the dedicated efforts of manyindividuals and organizations. We gratefully acknowledge and thank the following for their

commitment to the success of this project.

Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence Research Team atThe Pennsylvania State University:

Dr. Michael Horman Assistant Professor of Architectural EngineeringDr. David Riley Associate Professor of Architectural Engineering

Peter Dahl- Graduate Research AssistantAndrew Hickey- Graduate Research Assistant

Anthony Lapinski- Graduate Research AssistantChristopher Magent- Graduate Research Assistant

Noah Shaltes - Graduate Research Assistant

Editorial Board:Dr. Teresa Pohlman, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office

Walter Nielsen, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program OfficeNick Holland, AMEC Construction Company

Wayne Snesrud, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program OfficeTerry Watson, Washington Headquarters Services, Defense Facilities Directorate

Karin Geifer, Sebesta Blomberg and Associates

Flo Meyers, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program OfficeJohn Timothy Mitch, Hensel Phelps Construction Company

Stever Carter, Washington Headquarters Services, Defense Facilities DirectorateBradley Provancha, Washington Headquarters Services, Defense Facilities Directorate

William Battle, Washington Headquarters Services, Defense Facilities DirectorateMichael Bryant, Washington Headquarters Services, Defense Facilities Directorate

Gail Vittori, Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems


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Professional Reviewers:Kimberly Pexton, James G. Davis Construction CorporationChristopher Hewitt, American Institute of Steel Construction

Christopher T. Scanlon, James G. Davis Construction CorporationKeith Bush, Truland Systems CorporationLaura Slingerland, Southland Industries

Alison Kinn, Environmental Protection AgencyPamela Kogan, Environmental Protection Agency

The Pennsylvania State University Contributors:Keith Beidel, Rajitha Gopinath, Amy Grommes, Heidi Kunsch, Davni Perera, Priya

Premchandran, Andrew Tech, Joshua Ward

Editing and Formatting:Bill Hopper, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office

Daniel Guido, Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program OfficePeter Dahl, The Pennsylvania State University

Cover Design by:Tony Lapinski, The Pennsylvania State University

Published by:The Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence

The Pennsylvania State UniversityJune 2004

Printed on Recycled Content Paper

Publication by permission of the United States Department of Defense. All rights reserved.

DisclaimerThis Document was prepared by the Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence, under the direction of the PentagonRenovation and Construction Program Office. It is for informational purposes only. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, orrecommendations expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the views of the Partnership for Achieving ConstructionExcellence, The Pennsylvania State University, the Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office, WashingtonHeadquarters Services, or the Defense Facilities Directorate. Neither the Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence,The Pennsylvania State University, the Pentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office, Washington HeadquartersServices or the Defense Facilities Directorate, nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumesany legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product orprocess disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe on privately owned rights. This document is not a substitute forthe advice of an attorney, accountant, engineer, architect, or other expert. If you require legal or other expert advice, you shouldseek the services of a competent attorney or other professional. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process,or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not constitute or imply an endorsement,recommendation, or favoring by the Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence, The Pennsylvania State University, thePentagon Renovation and Construction Program Office, Washington Headquarters Services, or the Defense FacilitiesDirectorate.


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Mission Statement:To provide education and guidance for construction field workers, supervisors and managers onconstruction methods and practices that amplify and ensure sustainable requirements and goals

are achieved in projects.

Introduction:Sustainable design and construction is gaining significant momentum in the constructionindustry. Designers and owners are learning that with smart design, buildings can save energyand have a decreased impact on the environment. Sophisticated sustainable projects addressissues of the environment, energy use and people, in addition to traditional project goals of cost,quality and schedule. They do so paying acute attention to the business case of the facility.

Most sustainable efforts are concentrated on early design. The focus is on decisions likeselecting a site and building layout that minimizes the environmental burden of buildings;creating an efficient and integrated building envelope system; integrating HVAC and electricalsystems to reduce energy use; and specifying reused, renewable or recycled materials. Thefocus in early design has made great strides in achieving and extending sustainable goals forbuildings.

The methods for construction are also significant to achieving the sustainable goals of a project.What may appear to be minor decisions to field workers, such as the selection of adhesives andsealants, may have long lasting negative effects on indoor air quality, maintainability or futureadaptability of the space. Many of the day-to-day decisions made by construction workers andsupervisors are important to achieving sustainable project goals and assuring a healthy built

environment.

With this in mind, the Field Guide for Sustainable Construction has been developed to assistand educate field workers, supervisors and managers in making decisions that help the projectteam meet sustainable project goals. The field guide is designed to fill a significant void inavailable information for sustainable construction methods. It systematically draws together andorganizes information on many aspects of construction that can assure the sustainability of afacility. Simple methods and suggested practices are presented for the major phases ofconstruction in the field guide.

Readers Guide

This field guide has been developed in a matrix format to enable multiple uses. The columns ofthe matrix organize the field guide information into chapters based on ten categories ofsustainable construction. The rows of the matrix organize the field guide information into 15phases of a project, starting with general conditions and ending with finishes. This structureallows the guidebook to be read by chapter (sustainability category) or by sections (constructionphase). Project managers overseeing multiple trades are likely to use the field guide bychapters. Specific trades are likely to use the field guide by sections. Importantly, the matrixallows simple cross-referencing between the different interests to facilitate clear, accurate andtimely communication.

Each chapter is structured to begin with a summary and highlight key planning information.

Case studies, sustainable construction facts, emerging technologies and practices fromPENREN/C are also provided throughout.


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Guidebook Organization

ChapterDescription

CHAPTER 1: PROCUREMENT Specific procurement strategies to ensure sustainable constructionrequirements are addressed.

CHAPTER 2: SITE/ENVIRONMENT - Methods to reduce the environmental impact of construction onthe project site and surrounding environment are identified.

CHAPTER 3: MATERIAL SELECTION - Identifies environmentally friendly building materials as wellas harmful and toxic materials that should be avoided.

CHAPTER 4: WASTE PREVENTION - Methods to reduce and eliminate waste on construction

projects are identified.CHAPTER 5: RECYCLING - Identifies materials to recycle at each phase of construction and

methods to support the onsite recycling effort.

CHAPTER 6: ENERGY - Methods to ensure and improve the buildings energy performance,reduce energy consumed during construction, and identify opportunities to userenewable energy sources.

CHAPTER 7: BUILDING AND MATERIAL REUSE - Identifies reusable materials and methods tofacilitate the future reuse of a facility, systems, equipment, products and materials.

CHAPTER 8: CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES - Identifies technologies which can be used duringconstruction to improve efficiency and reduce waste (especially paper).

CHAPTER 9: HEALTH AND SAFETY - Methods to improve the quality of life for construction workersare identified.

CHAPTER 10: INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY - Methods to ensure indoor environmental qualitymeasures during construction are managed and executed properly.

GUIDEBOOK SECTIONS (within each chapter in Enhanced Uniformat Divisions)

Summary Page

0. Planning 8. Roofing

1. General Conditions 9. Interior Construction

2. Demolition and Abatement 10. Conveying Systems

3. Sitework 11. Mechanical

4. Foundations 12. Electrical

5. Substructure 13. Information Technology

6. Superstructure 14. Equipment

7. Exterior closure 15. Finishes


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Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6

ProcurementSite/

Environment

Material

Selection

Waste

PreventionRecycling Energy

Summary page 1 2 3 4 5 6

0 Planning 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0

1 General Conditions 1.1 2.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.1

2 Demolition and Abatement

1.2 2.2 3.2 4.2 5.2 6.2

3 Sitework 1.3 2.3 3.3 4.3 5.3 6.3

4 Foundations 1.4 2.4 3.4 4.4 5.4 6.4

5 Substructure 1.5 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.5 6.5

6 Superstructure 1.6 2.6 3.6 4.6 5.6 6.6

7 Exterior Enclosure 1.7 2.7 3.7 4.7 5.7 6.7

8 Roofing 1.8 2.8 3.8 4.8 5.8 6.8

9 Interior Construction 1.9 2.9 3.9 4.9 5.9 6.9

10 Conveying Systems 1.10 2.10 3.10 4.10 5.10 6.10

11 Mechanical 1.11 2.11 3.11 4.11 5.11 6.11

12 Electrical 1.12 2.12 3.12 4.12 5.12 6.12

13 Information Technology (IT) 1.13 2.13 3.13 4.13 5.13 6.13

14 Equipment 1.14 2.14 3.14 4.14 5.14 6.14

15 Finishes 1.15 2.15 3.15 4.15 5.15 6.15

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