MENU
Which of the following standards is applicable in order to comply with Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort?
Suggested Answer: B
Get Premium LEED-AP-O+M Questions
as Interactive Web-Based Practice Test or PDF
Real Exam Format
Detailed Explanations
Instant Access
Get Your Practice Test
ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard applicable for compliance with the Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort. This standard outlines the conditions for acceptable thermal environments and is used for the design, evaluation, and operation of buildings to meet thermal comfort requirements.
35 comments · newest first
JO
Johnna
11 months ago
Are we sure about that? Sounds a bit off.
LU
Lucina
11 months ago
Really? I didn't know that!
CA
Carry
11 months ago
No way, it's ASHRAE 55-2010 for sure!
NI
Nickie
11 months ago
I thought it was SCAQMD Rule #1168?
RO
Rosalyn
12 months ago
It's definitely ASHRAE 55-2010.
MO
Moira
12 months ago
I definitely recall that ASHRAE 55-2010 was mentioned in our study materials for thermal comfort, so I’m leaning towards that option.
JU
Junita
1 year ago
I’m torn between ASHRAE 55-2010 and SCAQMD Rule #1168. I feel like both could be relevant.
HA
Hassie
1 year ago
I remember practicing a question about indoor environmental quality, and ASHRAE standards came up a lot.
ME
Mel
1 year ago
I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the one we need for thermal comfort, but I’m not completely sure.
SH
Shawana
1 year ago
I think the key here is to focus on the specific requirement for thermal comfort. Based on that, B. ASHRAE 55-2010 seems like the best answer choice. The other options don't seem to be as directly related to that topic.
LI
Lili
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by this question. I know there are different ASHRAE standards, but I'm not sure which one is specifically for thermal comfort. I'll have to review my notes to see if I can figure this out.
KI
Kimbery
1 year ago
Okay, I'm pretty confident that the answer is B. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard that covers thermal comfort requirements, which is what this question is asking about. The other options don't seem as directly relevant.
LA
Layla
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know ASHRAE has standards related to indoor air quality, but I can't remember if 55-2010 is specifically for thermal comfort. I'll have to think this through a bit more.
CR
Crista
1 year ago
I think the answer is B. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard for thermal comfort, so that seems like the most relevant one here.
VE
Veronika
2 years ago
Haha, SCAQMD Rule #1168? That's for air quality, not thermal comfort. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the clear winner here.
LO
Louisa
2 years ago
SCAQMD Rule #1113 is not relevant for Thermal Comfort, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the way to go.
SH
Sherell
2 years ago
ASHRAE 52.2-2007 is also a good standard to consider for Indoor Environmental Quality.
AJ
Aja
2 years ago
Definitely, SCAQMD Rule #1168 is for air quality, not thermal comfort.
FR
Frank
2 years ago
I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the right standard for Thermal Comfort.
QU
Quentin
2 years ago
ASHRAE 55-2010 all the way! Keeping the occupants comfortable is crucial.
MA
Mattie
2 years ago
ASHRAE 55-2010 is the way to go. Thermal comfort is key for indoor environmental quality.
ST
Stephaine
2 years ago
I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the best choice for ensuring indoor thermal comfort.
ST
Stephaine
2 years ago
I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the standard to follow for Thermal Comfort.
AN
Antione
2 years ago
Yes, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the most relevant standard for ensuring thermal comfort in indoor environments.
RE
Reita
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think ASHRAE 52.2-2007 might also be relevant for Indoor Environmental Quality.
SH
Shenika
2 years ago
Gotta go with ASHRAE 55-2010. This is the industry standard for thermal comfort, not the other options.
VA
Val
2 years ago
ASHRAE 55-2010 is the best choice for meeting Indoor Environmental Quality Credit requirements.
ST
Stevie
2 years ago
I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the most reliable standard for ensuring thermal comfort.
AR
Ariel
2 years ago
Yeah, ASHRAE 55-2010 is widely recognized and used in the industry.
LU
Lucia
2 years ago
I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the way to go for thermal comfort.
LU
Lucina
2 years ago
I agree with Denny, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard for Thermal Comfort.
DE
Denny
2 years ago
I think the answer is B) ASHRAE 55-2010.
RE
Reuben
2 years ago
ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the correct answer here. It's the standard that addresses thermal comfort requirements.
JO
Joesph
2 years ago
Thanks for clarifying, I'll make sure to reference ASHRAE 55-2010 for compliance.
WI
Winifred
2 years ago
I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the one we need to follow for Thermal Comfort.