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During the first year of operation, who is responsible for confirming the performance of mechanical or electrical systems primarily used during a specific season?
During the first year of operation, who is responsible for confirming the performance of mechanical or electrical systems primarily used during a specific season?
- The commissioning agent
- The contractor
- The engineer
- The architect (correct)
Before the architect can recommend final acceptance, what must the contractor demonstrate about the systems that were conditionally accepted at the time of substantial performance?
Before the architect can recommend final acceptance, what must the contractor demonstrate about the systems that were conditionally accepted at the time of substantial performance?
- They are defect-free
- They are within budget
- They meet all design requirements (correct)
- They are energy-efficient
Who is responsible for documenting any adjustment or revision to the systems, as well as modifying the project database and the owner’s operating and maintenance manuals?
Who is responsible for documenting any adjustment or revision to the systems, as well as modifying the project database and the owner’s operating and maintenance manuals?
- The engineer
- The architect (correct)
- The contractor
- The commissioning agent
During the warranty period, who is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies on behalf of the client?
During the warranty period, who is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies on behalf of the client?
Who should be included in the review of the project prior to the anniversary date of the one-year warranty?
Who should be included in the review of the project prior to the anniversary date of the one-year warranty?
What should the architect do if the contractor fails to rectify a warranty item in a reasonable time?
What should the architect do if the contractor fails to rectify a warranty item in a reasonable time?
