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Air Conditioning Inspections

As part of the UK’s response to the Energy Performance in Buildings Directive (EPBD), all air- conditioning systems will need to be inspected at regular intervals, not exceeding 5 years, and an Inspection Report issued. This will be phased in by the following dates:

04 January 2009 – Premises having a total cooling capacity of 250 kW and above.

04 January 2011 - Premises having a total cooling capacity of 12 kW and above.

Newly-constructed plant and equipment will need an inspection before they are 5 years old.

The inspection and reporting method will be in accordance with CIBSE TM44. This may range from a simple procedure for packaged cooling systems to a full procedure for complex a/c systems. An a/c system consisting of the refrigeration equipment, air movement systems and their controls will be surveyed and all relevant documentation such as manuals, drawings, maintenance records, commissioning data and control strategies will be inspected. We will then assess whether the system is suitably sized for the cooling loads in the treated spaces and the overall effectiveness of the system. The report will conclude with observations and recommendations on energy-saving opportunities.

Air Conditioning Inspections will need to be undertaken by accredited Energy Assessors who are registered with an approved Accrediation Body, such as CIBSE Certification Ltd.