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In most instances temperature management of indoor environments is governed
by central controls monitored by FO&M. Building occupants can, however,
contribute to their own comfort by wearing seasonably appropriate clothing and
making sure that windows, storms, shades and blinds work and are positioned for
the season. In addition, occupants may work in different locations where
conditions may be more favorable on occasion when it is possible to do so.
Winter Season:
The targeted temperature for most work spaces is 68°F. Due to building
characteristics and control limitations, actual temperatures will vary.
Wherever feasible, night time and weekend temperatures will be reduced to
approximately 55°F. Temperatures in storerooms, hallways, stairwells and other
unoccupied areas will be kept in the 45°F to 55°F range, unless it is feasible
to shut off heat altogether.
The only exceptions to these guidelines will be in laboratories,
experimental areas, museums and other spaces where there is a demonstrated work
requirement for maintenance of higher or more consistent temperatures. Electric
heaters to supplement central heating are allowed only with the authorization
of FO&M. These devices can be dangerously misused and will be allowed only
under controlled circumstances. Windows should not be opened during the winter
to cool spaces. FO&M should be consulted whenever central heating is not
performing adequately.
Summer Season:
Except for a relatively few days during the summer season, ventilation from
fans and open windows is generally a satisfactory means to maintain reasonable
working conditions in most spaces. Nonetheless, individuals may have to cope as
best they can with working conditions that are temporarily uncomfortable due to
heat and humidity.
It is, however, necessary to recognize that conditions exist in some spaces
- due either to the nature of the work being conducted in those areas or to the
design and/or construction of the spaces themselves - which require additional
measures to improve working environments during particularly hot, humid
periods. When identified, these areas will be dealt with as follows:
The area will be assessed by representatives from FO&M and, as
appropriate, the Facilities Planning Office and the RWG. Such factors as
programmatic demands, building characteristics, occupant density and history of
extreme conditions will be evaluated.
If it is determined that special measures are required to manage extreme
conditions during summer months, an incremental approach will be taken.
Treatments investigated will include additional ventilation, shading, window
treatment, insulation, and, in extreme instances, air conditioning to reduce
temperature, humidity, or both. An energy management consultant may be engaged
to assist in the development of alternatives.
Installation of improvements recommended will be contingent upon their
priority relative to other institutional needs and the identification of
available financing.
In areas where air conditioning systems have been installed, the targeted
temperature will be 78°F (except in auditoriums, classrooms and other areas
where large numbers of people may assemble, where the pre-event target will be
74°F). Other exceptions to this air conditioning guideline may need to be made
to meet defined laboratory, experimental, library or museum requirements. Due
to building characteristics and control limitations, actual temperatures may
vary from the target.
Any deviations from the above standards must be reviewed by FO&M.
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