LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD+C) Practice Exam

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Which of the following areas does SMACNA have standards for recommended IAQ Control Measures?

Energy efficiency
Source control
Landscape management
Water conservation

The correct answer is: Source control

The correct answer is that SMACNA (Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association) has established standards specifically for recommended Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) control measures under source control. Source control refers to the strategies and practices employed to minimize or eliminate contaminants at their origin. This includes the management of materials that can release pollutants into the indoor environment, such as construction materials, furnishings, and cleaning products. By implementing effective source control measures, the potential for indoor air pollution is significantly reduced, which is essential for maintaining healthy indoor air quality for building occupants. SMACNA's guidelines provide contractors and builders with established best practices to reduce emissions from these sources, thereby supporting better IAQ throughout the lifecycle of the building. In contrast, while energy efficiency, landscape management, and water conservation are important aspects of sustainable building practices, they do not directly relate to the specific IAQ control measures recommended by SMACNA. Each of these areas supports sustainability in its own right but does not address the direct strategies for controlling sources of indoor air pollutants.