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What are installer training and special inspector qualification requirements?

CALGreen requires HVAC installers to be trained and certified by a recognized program (uncertified workers only under direct supervision), and when the enforcing agency requires it the owner must hire independent special inspectors who can demonstrate competence acceptable to that agency (see § 702.1 and § 702.2).

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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026

What the code requires — 2-4 sentences

The California Green Building Standards Code requires that HVAC system installers be trained and certified by a nationally or regionally recognized program, and allows uncertified workers only when under the direct supervision of a certified person or licensed contractor (§ 702.1 ). When the enforcing agency requires it, the owner must hire one or more special inspectors who can demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency; acceptable qualifications include listed certifications or other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency (§ 702.2 ). Special inspectors must be independent and have no financial interest in the materials or project they inspect (Note to § 702.2) .

The single most important rule: HVAC installers must be trained and certified by a recognized program, and special inspectors must demonstrate competence acceptable to the enforcing agency and be independent. § 702.1 and § 702.2

Requirements in detail

Installer training — who, what, supervision

  • Who: HVAC system installers (including ducts and equipment). § 702.1 .
  • What: Must be trained and certified in proper HVAC installation by a nationally or regionally recognized training or certification program. § 702.1 .
  • Supervision option: Uncertified persons may perform HVAC installation only when under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person who is trained and certified to install HVAC systems or of a contractor licensed to install HVAC systems. § 702.1 .

Special inspectors — when required and what qualifies

  • When required: Employed when required by the enforcing agency to substantiate compliance. The obligation falls on the owner or the owner’s authorized agent. § 702.2 .
  • Competence: Special inspectors must demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for the specific inspection/task. § 702.2 .
  • Examples of acceptable qualifications:
    • Certification by a national or regional green building program or standard publisher.
    • Certification by a statewide energy consulting or verification organization, building performance contractors, or home energy auditors.
    • Successful completion of a third‑party apprentice training program in the appropriate trade.
    • Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency. § 702.2 .
  • Independence: Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or the project they inspect (Note to § 702.2) .
  • Local variant: Under the BSC‑CG wording, the local agency may require certification from a recognized state, national or international association — the area of certification must be closely related to the inspector’s primary job function (BSC‑CG note to § 702.2) .

Decision table — what to check when assigning responsibilities

Decision dimension Acceptable values / rule Code Reference
Who must be trained HVAC system installers (ducts & equipment) § 702.1
Required certification source Nationally or regionally recognized training or certification program § 702.1
Use of uncertified workers Allowed only under direct supervision of a certified installer or licensed contractor § 702.1
Who hires special inspectors Owner or owner’s agent — when required by the enforcing agency § 702.2
How to demonstrate special inspector qualifications Demonstrate competence to the enforcing agency; acceptable certifications/education listed (or other acceptable programs) § 702.2
Independence requirement for inspectors Must be independent with no financial interest in the project Note to § 702.2

Exceptions & special cases

  • The code does not mandate special inspectors for every project — special inspection is required only when the enforcing agency requires it; the enforcing agency determines applicability for a project (§ 702.2) .
  • The list of acceptable training/certification programs in § 702.1 and § 702.2 are examples, not an exhaustive list; the enforcing agency may accept other programs (“other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency”) .
  • For jurisdictions adopting the BSC‑CG variant, local agencies may require a certification from recognized associations and will decide whether the certification area is closely related to the inspector’s job function (BSC‑CG text to § 702.2) .
  • CALGreen does not list minimum training hours, course curricula, or specific certification names — those details are determined by the recognized programs or the enforcing agency; CALGreen provides the framework but not the granular training syllabus (no specific hours/courses in § 702.1 or § 702.2) .

Common mistakes

  • Assuming any single named credential is required — CALGreen requires a recognized program but does not prescribe specific credential names; the enforcing agency accepts programs as listed or other acceptable programs (§ 702.1, § 702.2) .
  • Deploying uncertified installers without documented direct supervision by a certified person or licensed contractor — uncertified work is allowed only under direct supervision (§ 702.1) .
  • Hiring a special inspector who has a financial stake in materials or the project — special inspectors must be independent (Note to § 702.2) .
  • Confusing routine building‑department inspections with special inspections — special inspectors are engaged by the owner when required by the enforcing agency to substantiate compliance (owner/agent responsibility) (§ 702.2) .
  • Failing to record or produce training documentation during enforcement — CALGreen verification may look for installer certification or documentation (see related verifications) (see § 703.1) .

Worked example — applying the rule

Scenario: A developer is installing rooftop HVAC equipment (three packaged units) for a small commercial building. The local enforcing agency requires special inspection for HVAC commissioning on this project.

  1. Installer training: The mechanical subcontractor assigns a crew lead who holds a certificate from a nationally recognized HVAC installation training program. Per § 702.1, that lead is a qualified installer; any apprentice on the crew who is not yet certified may perform work only under that lead’s direct supervision. Evidence: the contractor provides the enforcing agency with the lead’s certificate and a roster showing which employees were supervised on‑site. § 702.1 .
  2. Special inspector: The owner (or owner’s agent) hires a special inspector who holds certification from a recognized green building program and provides documentation of relevant training. The inspector is an independent third party with no financial interest in the HVAC contractor or equipment suppliers, satisfying the independence requirement. The owner submits the inspector’s qualifications to the enforcing agency for acceptance per § 702.2. § 702.2 .
  3. Verification: During final inspections the enforcing agency requests copies of the installer certificates and the special inspector’s reports; these are supplied as required by CALGreen verification practices (see related § 703.1). § 702.1, § 702.2, § 703.1 .

(Notes: CALGreen does not specify a minimum number of certified personnel per unit or a minimum number of training hours; those details come from the recognized certification programs or local enforcing agency requirements — CALGreen gives the qualification framework.)

Related provisions

  • § 703.1 — Documentation used to show compliance (construction documents, installer certification, inspection reports, etc.) — verification methods. § 703.1 .
  • Section 5.410.2.5 — Systems documentation and training requirements referenced in CALGreen (systems operations training and documentation expectations). See CALGreen compliance guidance on training content and documentation. Section 5.410.2.5 .
  • CALGreen Chapter 7 header and adoption matrix (context for § 702.1 and § 702.2) — Chapter 7: Installer and Special Inspector Qualifications. Chapter 7 / § 702 .

If you want, I can:

  • Draft a checklist (forms/fields) you can use to submit installer certificates and special inspector qualifications to an enforcing agency, or
  • Prepare a sample qualification submittal packet for a special inspector (resume, certificates, independence declaration, scope of inspection).

Code references

Grounded in the retrieved California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) — click a citation to read the verbatim passage:

  • CALGreen § 7-1 High relevance — show source text

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    7 INSTALLER AND SPECIAL INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS

    SECTION 701—GENERAL (RESERVED)

    SECTION 702—QUALIFICATIONS

    702.1 Installer training. HVAC system installers shall be trained and certified in the proper installation of HVAC systems including ducts and equipment by a nationally or regionally recognized training or certification program. Uncertified persons may perform HVAC installations when under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person trained and certified to install HVAC systems or contractor licensed to install HVAC systems. Examples of acceptable HVAC training and certification programs include but are not limited to the following:

    1. State certified apprenticeship programs.
    2. Public utility training programs.
    3. Training programs sponsored by trade, labor or statewide energy consulting or verification organizations.
    4. Programs sponsored by manufacturing organizations.
    5. Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.

    702.2 Special inspection.

    [HCD] When required by the enforcing agency, the owner or the responsible entity acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate compliance with this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for the particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In addition to other certifications or qualifications acceptable to the enforcing agency, the following certifications or education may be considered by the enforcing agency when evaluating the qualifications of a special inspector:

    1. Certification by a national or regional green building program or standard publisher.
    2. Certification by a statewide energy consulting or verification organization, building performance contractors and home energy auditors.
    3. Successful completion of a third party apprentice training program in the appropriate trade.
    4. Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.

    Note: Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or the project they are inspecting for compliance with this code.

    [BSC-CG] When required by the enforcing agency, the owner or the responsible entity acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate compliance with this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for the particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In addition, the special inspector shall have a certification from a recognized state, national or international association, as determined by the local agency. The area of certification shall be closely related to the primary job function, as determined by the local agency.

    Note: Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or the project they are inspecting for compliance with this code.

    SECTION 703—VERIFICATIONS

    703.1 Documentation. Documentation used to show compliance with this code shall include but is not limited to, construction documents, plans, specifications, builder or installer certification, inspection reports or other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency which demonstrate substantial conformance. When specific documentation or special inspection is necessary to verify compliance, that method of compliance will be specified in the appropriate section or identified in the application checklist.

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  • CALGreen § 702.2 High relevance — show source text

    CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE – MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE

    CHAPTER 7 – INSTALLER AND SPECIAL INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS

    (Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)

    Adopting agency BSC BSC-
    CG    		 SFM HCD Col6 Col7 DSA Col9 OSHPD Col11 Col12 Col13 Col14 Col15 BSCC DPH AGR DWR CEC CA SL SLC
    Adopting agency BSC BSC-
    CG    		 SFM 1 2 1/AC AC SS 1 1R 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
    Adopt entire CA chapter X
    Adopt entire chapter as
    amended (amended
    sections listed below)
    Adopt only those sections
    that are listed below    		 X
    Chapter/Section
    702.2 X
    703.1 X

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    7 INSTALLER AND SPECIAL INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS

    SECTION 701—GENERAL (RESERVED)

    SECTION 702—QUALIFICATIONS

    702.1 Installer training. HVAC system installers shall be trained and certified in the proper installation of HVAC systems including ducts and equipment by a nationally or regionally recognized training or certification program. Uncertified persons may perform HVAC installations when under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person trained and certified to install HVAC systems or contractor licensed to install HVAC systems. Examples of acceptable HVAC training and certification programs include but are not limited to the following:

    1. State certified apprenticeship programs.
    2. Public utility training programs.
    3. Training programs sponsored by trade, labor or statewide energy consulting or verification organizations.
    4. Programs sponsored by manufacturing organizations.
    5. Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.

    702.2 Special inspection.

    [HCD] When required by the enforcing agency, the owner or the responsible entity acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate compliance with this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency for the particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In addition to other certifications or qualifications acceptable to the enforcing agency, the following certifications or education may be considered by the enforcing agency when evaluating the qualifications of a special inspector: 1.

  • CALGreen § 509.1 High relevance — show source text

    ||||||| |Outdoor Air Quality
    Reserved||||||| |Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions| |A4.509.1 Items in this section are necessary to address innovative
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    | |Item 3||||||| |Installer and Special Inspector Qualifications||||||| |Qualifications|Qualifications|Qualifications|Qualifications|Qualifications|Qualifications|Qualifications| |702.1 HVAC system installers are trained and certified in the proper
    installation of HVAC systems.||||||| |702.2 Special inspectors employed by the owner or owner's agent
    must be qualified and able to demonstrate competence in the
    discipline they are inspecting to the enforcing agency.||||||| |Verifications||||||| |703.1Verification of compliance with this code may include
    construction documents, plans, specifications builder or installer
    certification, inspection reports or other methods acceptable to the
    enforcing agency which show substantial conformance.||||||| |1. Green building measures listed in this table may be mandatory if adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
    2. Required prerequisite for this Tier.
    3. These measures are currently required elsewhere in statute or in regulation.|1. Green building measures listed in this table may be mandatory if adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
    2. Required prerequisite for this Tier.
    3. These measures are currently required elsewhere in statute or in regulation.|1. Green building measures listed in this table may be mandatory if adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
    2. Required prerequisite for this Tier.
    3. These measures are currently required elsewhere in statute or in regulation.|1. Green building measures listed in this table may be mandatory if adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
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    3. These measures are currently required elsewhere in statute or in regulation.|1. Green building measures listed in this table may be mandatory if adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
    2. Required prerequisite for this Tier.
    3. These measures are currently required elsewhere in statute or in regulation.|1.

  • CALGreen § 506.1 High relevance — show source text

    ENERGY STAR fans ducted to terminate outside the building.
    2. Fans must be controlled by a humidity control (separate or built-
    in); OR functioning as a component of a whole-house ventilation
    system.
    3. Humidity controls with manual or automatic means of
    adjustment, capable of adjustment between a relative humidity
    range of≤ 50 percent to a maximum of 80 percent.||||
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    higher during construction when it is necessary to use HVAC
    equipment.||||||| |A4.506.3 Direct-vent appliances shall be used when equipment is
    located in conditioned space; or the equipment must be installed in
    an isolated mechanical room.||||||| |Environmental Comfort||||||| |4.507.2 Duct systems are sized, designed and equipment is selected
    using the following methods:
    1. Establish heat loss and heat gain values according to ANSI/ACCA 2
    Manual J-2016 or equivalent.
    2. Size duct systems according to ANSI/ACCA 1 Manual D-2016
    or equivalent.
    3. Select heating and cooling equipment according to ANSI/ACCA 3
    Manual S-2014 or equivalent.||||||| |Outdoor Air Quality
    Reserved||||||| |Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions|Innovative Concepts and Local Environmental Conditions| |A4.509.1 Items in this section are necessary to address innovative
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    installation of HVAC systems.||||||| |702.2 Special inspectors employed by the owner or owner's agent
    must be qualified and able to demonstrate competence in the
    discipline they are inspecting to the enforcing agency.

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    Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except where the factored_
    design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are shear dowels across
    cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705_A_.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c. Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except where the factored
    design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are shear dowels across
    cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|

    1705 A .3.1 Welding of reinforcing bars. Special inspections of welding and qualifications of special inspectors for reinforcing bars shall be in accordance with Section 1705A.2.7, the requirements of AWS D1.4 for special inspection and of AWS D1.4 for special inspector qualification.

    1705 A .3.2 Material tests. In the absence of sufficient data or documentation providing evidence of conformance to quality standards for materials in Chapters 19, 20 and 26 of ACI 318, as modified by Chapter 19A, the building official shall require testing of materials in accordance with the appropriate standards and criteria for the material in Chapters 19, 20 and 26 of ACI 318 as modi- fied by Chapter 19A. Cementitious materials shall be in accordance with 1910A.1 ([DSA-SS/CC] 1909.2.3). Tests of reinforcing bars shall be in accordance with Section 1910A.2 ( [DSA-SS/CC] 1909.2.4).

    1705A.3.3 Batch plant inspection. Except as provided under this section, the quality and quantity of materials used in transit-mixed concrete and in batched aggregates shall be continuously inspected by an approved agency at the location where materials are measured.

    [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] The minimum requirements for a qualified batch plant inspector shall be possession of either: 1. Both of the following: a. A valid certification from ACI as a Concrete Field or Lab Testing Technician.

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    SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

    b. Approved agency documented training records of batch plant inspection and California Administrative Code requirements. 2. A valid California Civil Engineering license.

    _**1705A.3.3.1 Waiver of continuous batch plant inspection.

  • CALGreen § 26.13 High relevance — show source text

    Where applicable, see Section 1705_A_.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c. Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except where the factored
    design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are shear dowels across
    cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705_A_.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c. Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except where the factored
    design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are shear dowels across
    cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705_A_.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c. Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except where the factored
    design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are shear dowels across
    cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|

    1705 A .3.1 Welding of reinforcing bars. Special inspections of welding and qualifications of special inspectors for reinforcing bars shall be in accordance with Section 1705A.2.7, the requirements of AWS D1.4 for special inspection and of AWS D1.4 for special inspector qualification.

  • CALGreen § 6.1.3 High relevance — show source text

    c. Water reuse systems i. Reclaimed water system for indoor use ii. Reclaimed water for irrigation use 5. Site equipment inventory and maintenance notes

    a. Spare parts inventory b. Frequently required parts and supplies c. Special equipment required to operate or maintain systems d. Special tools required to operate or maintain systems 6. A copy of all special inspection verifications required by the enforcing agency of this code

    1. Other resources and documentation

    6.1.3 Enforcement:

    At their discretion, the inspector confirms demonstrated compliance during on-site enforcement by: a. Receipt of a copy of the Systems Manual, or b. Receipt of a form signed by the owner or owner’s representative attesting that the systems manual has been completed.

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    COMPLIANCE FORMS, WORKSHEETS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL

    Reference: 6.2 Documentation and training

    CALGreen Section 5.410.2.5, Documentation and training.

    Section 5.410.2.5.2, Systems operations training.

    6.2.1 Intent:

    The systems operation training verifies that a training program is developed to provide training to the appropriate maintenance staff for each equipment type and/or system and that this training program is documented in the commissioning report. The systems operations training program is specified in the project specifications for the major systems listed. The systems manual, Operation and Maintenance (O&M) documentation and record drawings are prepared and available to the maintenance staff prior to implementation of any training or the development of a written training program. The training program is to be administered when the appropriate maintenance staff is made available to receive training.

    6.2.2 Compliance Method:

    The written training program includes: (a) learning goals and objectives for each session, (b) training agenda, topics and length of instruction for each session, (c) instructor information and qualifications, (d) location of training sessions (on-site, off-site, manufacturer’s or vendor’s facility), (e) attendance forms, (f) training materials and (g) description on how the training will be archived for future use.

    1. Systems/equipment overview a. Review OPR and BOD related to the major systems and equipment b. Describe system type and configuration c. Explain operation of all major systems and equipment and how it interfaces with other systems and equipment d. Describe operation of critical devices, controls and accessories e. Review location of the major systems and equipment f. Describe operation of control system for each system, location of critical control elements and procedures to properly operate control system g. Review recommendations for implementation to reduce energy and water use
    2. Review and demonstration of servicing/preventive maintenance a. Explain location or delivery contact of the Operation & Maintenance manuals b. Review of all manufacturer’s recommended maintenance activities to maintain warranty c. Review and demonstrate frequent maintenance activities and suggested schedule d. Review and demonstrate typical servicing procedures and techniques (electrical current, pressure and flow readings, etc.; calibration procedures, point trending, power fail restart procedures, etc.) e. Locate, observe and identify major equipment, systems, accessories and controls f. Review emergency shut-offs and procedures
    3. Review the information in the systems manual a. Describe use of systems manual b. Review elements of systems manual c. Explain how to update and add revisions to systems manual
  • CALGreen § 1705.13. High relevance — show source text

    Where applicable, see Section 1705.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c._ [OSHPD 1R, 2 & 5]_Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except
    where the factored design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are
    shear dowels across cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c._ [OSHPD 1R, 2 & 5]_Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except
    where the factored design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are
    shear dowels across cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be
    approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
    c._ [OSHPD 1R, 2 & 5]_Installation of all adhesive anchors in horizontal and upwardly inclined positions shall be performed by an ACI/CRSI Certified Adhesive Anchor Installer, except
    where the factored design tension on the anchors is less than 100 pounds and those anchors are clearly noted on the approved construction documents or where the anchors are
    shear dowels across cold joints in slabs on grade where the slab is not part of the lateral force-resisting system.|For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
    a. Where applicable, see Section 1705.13.
    b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with 26.13 in ACI 318, or other
    qualification procedures.

  • CALGreen § 5.1 Medium relevance — show source text

    5.1 Planning and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3 5.2 Energy Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 5.3 Water Efficiency and Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 5.4 Material Conservation and Resource Efficiency . . . . 5-23 5.5 Environmental Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31

    CHAPTER 6 REFERENCED ORGANIZATIONS

    AND STANDARDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

    601 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3

    CHAPTER 7 INSTALLER AND SPECIAL

    INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 701 General (Reserved) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3 702 Qualifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

    703 Verifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

    CHAPTER 8 COMPLIANCE FORMS, WORKSHEETS AND

    REFERENCE MATERIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

    Worksheet (WS-1) Baseline Water Use: Baseline Water Use Calculation Table . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

    Worksheet (WS-2) Water Use Reduction: 12-, 20- or 25-Percent Reduction Water Use Calculation Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

    Worksheet (WS-3) 5.105.2 Building Reuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4 Worksheet (WS-4) 5.409.2 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5 Worksheet (WS-5) 5.409.3 Product GWP Compliance—Prescriptive Path: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5

    Worksheet (WS-6) A5.105.2 Building Reuse Tier 1 and Tier 2:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

    Worksheet (WS-7) A5.409.2 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

  • CALGreen § 6.2.2 Medium relevance — show source text

    6.2.2 Compliance Method:

    The written training program includes: (a) learning goals and objectives for each session, (b) training agenda, topics and length of instruction for each session, (c) instructor information and qualifications, (d) location of training sessions (on-site, off-site, manufacturer’s or vendor’s facility), (e) attendance forms, (f) training materials and (g) description on how the training will be archived for future use.

    1. Systems/equipment overview a. Review OPR and BOD related to the major systems and equipment b. Describe system type and configuration c. Explain operation of all major systems and equipment and how it interfaces with other systems and equipment d. Describe operation of critical devices, controls and accessories e. Review location of the major systems and equipment f. Describe operation of control system for each system, location of critical control elements and procedures to properly operate control system g. Review recommendations for implementation to reduce energy and water use
    2. Review and demonstration of servicing/preventive maintenance a. Explain location or delivery contact of the Operation & Maintenance manuals b. Review of all manufacturer’s recommended maintenance activities to maintain warranty c. Review and demonstrate frequent maintenance activities and suggested schedule d. Review and demonstrate typical servicing procedures and techniques (electrical current, pressure and flow readings, etc.; calibration procedures, point trending, power fail restart procedures, etc.) e. Locate, observe and identify major equipment, systems, accessories and controls f. Review emergency shut-offs and procedures
    3. Review the information in the systems manual a. Describe use of systems manual b. Review elements of systems manual c. Explain how to update and add revisions to systems manual
    4. Review record drawings on the systems/equipment a. Explain location or delivery contact of the record drawings b. Review record drawings, revisions and changes to original design drawings. c. Review equipment schedules and compare with actual installed systems

    6.2.3 Enforcement:

    At their discretion, the inspector confirms demonstrated compliance during on-site enforcement by:

    1. In the event appropriate maintenance staff is made available to receive training for each equipment type and/or system installed in the building. a. Receipt of a copy of the written training program and completed attendance forms, or b. Receipt of a form signed by the owner or owner’s representative attesting that the training program and delivery of training has been completed.
    2. In the event appropriate maintenance staff are unavailable to receive training for each equipment type and/or system installed in the building. a. Receipt of a copy of the training program provided to the owner or owner’s representative, or b. Receipt of a form signed by the owner or owner’s representative attesting that the written training program has been provided.

    2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE 8-21

    on Jul 18, 2025 11:14 AM (CDT) THEREUNDER.

    COMPLIANCE FORMS, WORKSHEETS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL

    Reference: 7 Commissioning report

    CALGreen Section 5.410.2.6, Commissioning report.

    7.1 Intent:

    The commissioning report documents the commissioning process and test results. The report includes confirmation from the commissioning agent verifying that commissioned systems meet the conditions of the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD) and contract documents.

    7.2 Compliance Method:

  • CALGreen § 102.2.1 Medium relevance — show source text

    H 102.2.1 Qualification for Mechanical Inspector. Professional qualification for mechanical inspectors shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 16020.

    H 102.2.2 Qualification for Mechanical Plan Exam- iner. Professional qualification for mechanical plan examiners shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI

    H 102.3 Residential Mechanical Service Technician. Professional qualification for residential mechanical service technicians shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI

    Series 13000.

    H 102.3.1 Qualification for Residential Mechani- cal Service Technician. Professional qualification for residential mechanical service technicians shall be with

    accordance ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 13020.

    H 102.4 Hydronic Systems. Personnel qualification for installers and designers of hydronic heating and cooling systems, as well as installers of solar water heaters shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 19000.

    H 102.4.1 Qualification for Solar Water Heating System Installer. Professional qualification for solar water heating system installers shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 19110.

    H 102.4.2 Qualification for Hydronic Heating and Cooling System Installer. Professional qualification for hydronic heating and cooling system installers shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 19210.

    H 102.4.3 Qualification for Hydronic Heating and Cooling System Designer. Professional qualification for hydronic heating and cooling system designers shall be in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 19220.

    H 102.5 Water Management and Infection Control Risk Assessment for Building Systems. Professional qualification for construction and maintenance personnel and employers to identify and manage potentially hazardous exposure to bloodborne, waterborne and airborne pathogens. Also includes qualifications for members of a water safety team involved in the development of a risk assessment analysis, and water management and sampling plan, for protection from Legionella and other waterborne pathogens and persons who conduct a facility risk assessment and implement a water safety and management program to reduce the risk of infections due to Legionella. Qualifications are in accordance with ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 12000.

    H 102.5.1 Qualification for Environment of Care, Infection Control and Construction Risk Assess- ment. Professional qualification for general knowledge of the environment of care, infection control and construction risk assessment procedures to protect facility operations, occupants, workers or any individual who has the potential for harm caused by construction activities shall be in accordance with ASSE 12010.

    H 102.5.2 Qualification for Environment of Care, Infection Control and Construction Risk Assess- ment Professional Qualification Standard for Construction and Maintenance Employers. Professional qualification for general knowledge of the environment of care, infection control and construction risk assessment requirements and procedures to protect facility operations, occupants, workers, or any individual who has the potential for harm caused by construction activities shall be in accordance with ASSE 12020. It also provides general knowledge of employer responsibilities to the worker and to the facility. H 102.5.3 Qualification for Water Quality Pro- gram, Pipefitters and HVAC Technicians. Professional qualification for water quality program for pipe fitters and HVAC technicians shall be in accordance with

    ASSE 12062.

Frequently asked questions

Who decides whether a special inspector is required?

The enforcing agency decides whether special inspection is required for a specific project; when required, the owner or owner’s agent must employ the inspector. § 702.2

Can uncertified workers ever install HVAC equipment?

Yes — but only when they work under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person trained and certified in HVAC installation or a contractor licensed to install HVAC systems. § 702.1

Does CALGreen list specific certificates that will always be accepted?

No. CALGreen lists types of acceptable programs and lets the enforcing agency accept additional programs. The code does not mandate specific credential names or minimum training hours in § 702.1 or § 702.2

Must special inspectors be independent?

Yes. The note to § 702.2 requires special inspectors to be independent entities with no financial interest in the materials or project they inspect. § 702.2

Where should training and qualification records be submitted?

Records should be submitted to the enforcing agency as part of verification. CALGreen's verification provisions (e.g., § 703.1) identify documentation types the agency may request. § 703.1

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