What is the purpose of the IAQP evaluation?

• A. To verify that design limits for air quality are met through objective and subjective evaluations.
• B. To maximize energy savings.
• C. To randomly sample air quality without predefined limits.
• D. To enforce a fixed outdoor air amount regardless of conditions.

Answer: (A)

The IAQP evaluation is about proving that the space will meet air-quality requirements by showing, with real data and occupant feedback, that the contaminant levels stay within defined limits. It uses objective measurements (like pollutant concentrations from tests or calculations) and subjective evaluations (occupant acceptability or comfort surveys) to verify that the design provides acceptable indoor air quality. This approach focuses on performance: how the system actually delivers IAQ under expected conditions, rather than just meeting prescribed outdoor-air amounts or chasing energy savings alone.