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1. Unoccupied Temperatures Unoccupied temperatures have a large impact on energy use, since many buildings are unoccupied up to two-thirds of the time. Therefore, standard unoccupied temperaturres shall be 55° for heating and 80° for cooling. Buildings with marginal capacity for reheat may be run at an unoccupied winter maximum of ~60°. Summer unoccupied temperatures in buildings with night flush ventilation capability will vary depending on the outside temperature, but will adhere to~the standard if no outside cooling is available. In buildings with temporary override capability, staff should consider the energy impacts if invoking normal daytime temperatures when working outside of normal hours: ~. Occupied- Summer Temperatures _ Temperatures shall beset to provide a minimum 76° temperature in the work area in the summer. Workgroups may choose to have the temperature set higher than this minimum in the summer, if all those affected by the change are in agreement and the temperature does not rise above 80° in the work area. Some buildings maybe "pre-cooled" using off peak energy or cool night air. Heat should not be used if the building is caol in the marring due topre-cooling. Employees should take aproblem-solving approach to any comfort issues that may arise. The following are some suggestions to maximize comfort during the summer cooling season: a. Expect that it may take a few days to adjust to slightly warmer temperatures. b. Expect that temperatures at the end of the day may drift upward since cooling will be turned off one hour before the building closes. c. Dress in lightweight, work-appropriate clothing. d. Bring layers for passible cooler morning temperatures, especially in buildings that use pre- cool~:g. e. Adjust blinds to block direct sunlight and. reduce heat gain, f: Do rat let hot air in by opening windows when it is hotter outside than Vin. g. If possible, work areas should be shifted away from windows. Areas adjacent to windows are hotter in the summer.and colder in the winter. h. Drink plenty of coal, non-alcoholic beverages. Staying hydrated helps the body stay cool. i. Use of a small personal fan can make a person feel up to up to 5° cooler. A fan may be used that is less than 8" diameter and does not cause noise or draft problems for co-workers. Staff are expected to be diligent about turning the fan off when not in use. If a work space is consistently above 76° and this is causing discomfort, employees may request that the supervisor contact the Facility Management Division at 682-2690 or the appropriate building manager far assistance with the problem. If the temperature in the work space is determined by the Facility Management Division to be within the expected range, staff should direct any comments or complaints to their Division Manager. 3. Dccu~ied Winter Temperatures ~ . Uff ce temperatures shall be set to provide a maximum 69° temperature in the work area in the winter.. Work groups may choose to have the temperature set lower than this maximum in the winter, if all those affected by the change are in agreement and the temperature does not fall below 65° in the work area. Employees should take a problem-solving approach to any comfort issues that may arise. The following are some suggestions to maximize comfort during the. winter heating season: Administrative Order No. 44-09-06 -Page 2 of 5