TheLEED for Homes Rating System (v4)includes theIntegrative Process (IP) Credit: Integrative Process, Option 2: Trades Training, which requires training for key construction trades to ensure proper implementation of green building strategies.
According to theLEED Reference Guide for Homes Design and Construction (v4):
IP Credit: Integrative Process, Option 2: Trades Training (1 point)
The mechanical contractor (responsible for HVAC systems) must attend the entire four-hour training session to ensure proper installation and operation of energy-efficient systems critical to LEED compliance. Other trades, such as air sealing and insulation contractors, are also encouraged but not explicitly required to attend the full session.
Source: LEED Reference Guide for Homes Design and Construction, v4, Integrative Process Credit: Integrative Process, p. 45.
TheLEED v4.1 Residential BD+Crating system confirms:
IP Credit: Integrative Process, Option 2: Trades Training
The mechanical contractor, as a key trade responsible for energy-related systems, must participate fully in the four-hour training to meet the credit requirements, ensuring expertise in sustainable HVAC installation.
Source: LEED v4.1 Residential BD+C, Credit Library, accessed via USGBC LEED Online.
The correct answer ismechanical contractor(Option B), as their full attendance is critical due to the importance of HVAC systems in achieving LEED energy goals.
Why not the other options?
A. Project architect: Architects are part of the design team, not typically required for trades training.
C. Site supervisor or superintendent: While important, they oversee general construction, not specific system installation.
[Reference: LEED Reference Guide for Homes Design and Construction, v4, IP Credit: Integrative Process, p. 45., TheLEED AP Homes Candidate Handbookemphasizes IP credits, including trades training, and references theLEED Reference Guide for Homes Design and Constructionas a key resource. The exam is based onLEED v4, ensuring the relevance of mechanical contractor attendance., References:, LEED Reference Guide for Homes Design and Construction, v4, USGBC, Integrative Process Credit: Integrative Process, p. 45., LEED v4.1 Residential BD+C, USGBC LEED Credit Library, accessed via LEED Online (https://www.usgbc.org/credits)., LEED AP Homes Candidate Handbook, GBCI, October 2024, p. 12 (references study resources and exam scope based on LEED v4)., USGBC LEED for Homes Rating System (v4), available via USGBC website (https://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-homes-design-and-construction-v4)., LEED v4.1 for Homes, USGBC, accessed via LEED Online, confirming trades training requirements., ]
