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July 1, 1993
mike@standardsmichigan.com

Blair County Pennsylvania 814

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  • Banished Words 2026

    All day
    2026.01.02

    https://www.lssu.edu/lake-superior-state-university-unveils-2025-banished-words-list/

  • Lively 200

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.02

    “Actors from the Commedia dell’Arte on a Wagon in a Town Square” 1640 Jan Miel

    A walk through the status of best practice literature that sets the standard of care for safety and sustainability in the education facilities built for the performance arts.

    Readings: The Seven Lively Arts (1924) Glibert Seldes (Oxford Academic review)

    https://twitter.com/RoyalBalletSch/status/1651974785490878464?s=20

     

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  • “Pledge of Allegiance” Hardison Mill Homestead School

    All day
    2026.01.05

    The Schoolhouse

  • Language 100

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.05

    “He who does not speak foreign languages
    knows nothing about his own.“

    — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

     

     

    Daily Beast (August 22, 2025): Dems Ban These Words to Stop Sounding Like ‘Crazy People’

    “The Tower of Babel” 1563 / Pieter Bruegel the Elder

     

    Here’s a rough breakdown of the top languages on the web:

    English: 55.4% – Russian: 6.6% – Japanese: 5.4% – Spanish: 5.2% – Chinese: 4.6%

     

    One of the most contentious aspects of best practice discovery and promulgation in any domain, and no less so in educational settlements, is an agreed-upon vocabulary and shared understanding.  As we explain elsewhere in this history, when a counter-party disagrees with you, he simply switches out the vocabulary — i.e. changes definitions or adds or subtracts from the traditional meanings of things.  So we approach this topic several times a year to confirm our bearing on the meaning of things.

    We observe National Poetry Month in the United States and Canada every year with an inquiry into changes in the (meaning of) definitions at the foundation of best practice literature; frequently the subject of sporty debate among experts writing codes and standards for the built environment of education communities.

    In the United Kingdom, National Poetry Month is celebrated in October, and it is known as “National Poetry Day” which has been observed since 1994. It is an initiative of the Forward Arts Foundation, which aims to encourage people to read, write and perform poetry.

    Other countries also have their own poetry celebrations, such as World Poetry Day, which is observed annually on March 21 by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) to promote the reading, writing, and teaching of poetry worldwide.

    In past years we used a Tamil mnemonic because Tamil is the oldest surviving language and remains the spoken language of 80-odd million people of South Asia.  Alas, use of Tamil confounds our Wordpress content management system so in 2024 we began coding this topic in American English

    “The language of Europe is translation”

    — Umberto Eco

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/%e0%ae%ae%e0%af%8a%e0%ae%b4%e0%ae%bf-2/

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  • Running Water on Cold Days

    All day
    2026.01.09

    Today we pull together best practice literature for keeping pipes from bursting in extreme cold conditions.

     

    University of Michigan Outlying Boiler Services

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/electrical-heat-tracing-international-harmonization-now-and-in-the-future/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/ieee-heat-tracing/

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/heat-transfer/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/pipe-heating/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/19521-2/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/heat-supply-network/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/ul-515-standard-for-heat-tracing/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/heat-recovery-in-healthcare-facilities/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/corroded-pipe-temp-asme/

  • Winter Sport

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.09

    We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing. - George Bernard Shaw

    Frederick Bourchier Taylor (1906-1987)
    Hockey On Henri Julien Street At Pine Avenue East, Montreal 1948

    An overview of public commenting opportunities on proposed standards for sports and recreation equipment and athletic facilities.   Send email to bella@standardsmichigan.com for access to the agenda.

    US Wintersport Traditions:

    1. Basketball: Basketball is one of the most popular NCAA winter sports. The season typically starts in November and runs through March, culminating in the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments, commonly known as March Madness.
    2. Wrestling: Wrestling is another winter sport in the NCAA. The wrestling season usually begins in November and extends through the NCAA Wrestling Championships, which take place in March.
    3. Indoor Track and Field: Indoor track and field competitions take place during the winter months, with athletes competing in various events such as sprints, distance races, jumps, and throws.
    4. Gymnastics: Collegiate gymnastics competitions are held during the winter and early spring months. Both men’s and women’s teams compete in events such as floor exercise, vault, uneven bars, parallel bars, and rings.
    5. Ice Hockey: Ice hockey is a winter sport in the NCAA, with the season typically starting in October or November and continuing into the early months of the following year. Both men’s and women’s teams participate in NCAA ice hockey competitions.
    6. Skiing: Skiing competitions, including alpine and Nordic events, are part of NCAA winter sports. Athletes compete in skiing disciplines such as slalom, giant slalom, and cross-country.
    7. Swimming and Diving: Swimming and diving competitions take place during the winter months. Athletes participate in various swimming events and diving disciplines, with the season culminating in NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships.
    8. Bowling: Bowling is considered a winter sport in the NCAA, with competitions taking place during the winter and early spring.

    https://youtube.com/shorts/zbbOw1KBpD8?si=BMQyFWAFWd_TWRBH

    https://twitter.com/ansidotorg/status/1676936533767487488?s=20

    https://twitter.com/BBPrepHead/status/1676982024135999489?s=20

    https://standardsmichigan.com/national-center-for-spectator-sports-safety-and-security/

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  • National Electrical Code CMP-5

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.13

    National Electrical Code CMP-5

  • Data Centers & NFPA Catalog

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.13

    “Composition in red, yellow, blue and black” (1921) / Piet Mondrian

    Status check on open source consensus products — and practical applications —  evolving around distributed ledger technologies for financing, planning, design, operation & maintenance of the #WiseCampus.

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  • Cx

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.15

    Below is a concise glossary of terms of art commonly used in the new-building commissioning (Cx), inspection, and certification process. These are drawn from standards such as ASHRAE Guideline 0, ASHRAE Standard 202, LEED v4/BD+C, IECC, IBC, and industry bodies (USGBC, ACG, BCA, NIBS, etc.).

    A. Commissioning Phases & Processes

    Term
    Definition
    Commissioning (Cx)
    A quality-oriented process for verifying that building systems are planned, designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained to meet the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR).
    Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR)
    Document defining the owner’s functional, performance, and sustainability goals for the project.
    Basis of Design (BOD)
    Designer’s narrative explaining how the OPR will be met through selected systems and strategies.
    Pre-Functional Testing (PFT)
    Checklist-based verification that equipment is installed correctly and ready for functional testing (e.g., duct leakage, insulation continuity).
    Functional Performance Testing (FPT)
    Scripted testing of systems under load to confirm they meet OPR/BOD (e.g., chiller at 100% capacity, VAV reheat modulation).
    Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
    End-to-end testing of multiple interacting systems (e.g., fire alarm + HVAC shutdown + emergency power).
    Retro-Commissioning (RCx)
    Cx applied to existing buildings (not new construction).
    Re-Commissioning
    Periodic Cx of previously commissioned systems.

    B. Commissioning Roles

    Term
    Definition
    Commissioning Authority (CxA)
    Independent third-party (or in-house) responsible for managing the Cx process.
    Commissioning Provider (CxP)
    Synonym for CxA; often used in LEED.
    Commissioning Team
    Includes CxA, owner, designers, contractors, TAB firm, controls contractor, etc.

    C. Inspection & Acceptance Terms

    Term
    Definition
    Substantial Completion
    Stage when the building is sufficiently complete for occupancy (per AIA A201). Cx FPT usually occurs after this.
    Certificate of Occupancy (CO or C of O)
    Issued by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) after life-safety and code inspections pass.
    Punch List
    List of minor defects to be corrected before final acceptance.
    Beneficial Occupancy
    Owner begins using the building before full completion (triggers warranty clock).
    Final Acceptance
    Formal sign-off after all punch list items, FPT, and training are complete.

    D. Certification & Verification Programs

    Term
    Definition
    LEED Certification
    USGBC third-party verification of sustainability performance; includes Enhanced Commissioning (Option 1 or 2).
    Enhanced Commissioning (EAc2)
    LEED credit requiring CxA review of OPR/BOD, systems manual, and 10-month post-occupancy review.
    WELL Certification
    Focuses on occupant health; includes Fundamental Commissioning of air/water systems.
    Energy Star Portfolio Manager
    EPA benchmarking; often requires TAB report and Cx verification.
    IECC Compliance Path
    International Energy Conservation Code; allows Performance Path with Cx or Prescriptive Path with inspections.
    Title 24 (California)
    Requires Acceptance Testing by certified ATT (Acceptance Test Technician) for lighting, HVAC, envelope.

    E. Testing, Adjusting, Balancing (TAB)

    Term
    Definition
    Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB)
    Process to ensure HVAC airflow, water flow, and temperatures match design (AABC, NEBB, TABB standards).
    TAB Report
    Certified document required for Cx, LEED, and code compliance.
    Certified TAB Technician
    Credential from AABC, NEBB, or TABB.

    F. Documentation Deliverables

    Term
    Definition
    Commissioning Plan
    Roadmap of Cx scope, schedule, and responsibilities.
    Commissioning Report
    Final summary of all tests, issues, and resolutions.
    Systems Manual
    O&M manuals + BOD + as-built sequences + recommissioning plan (required by LEED, ASHRAE 202).
    Training Plan & Record
    Documentation that owner staff were trained on systems operation.

    G. Code & Authority Terms

    Term
    Definition
    Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
    Local building official, fire marshal, health department, etc.
    Special Inspections
    Third-party inspections required by IBC Chapter 17 (e.g., structural steel, fireproofing).
    Statement of Special Inspections
    IBC-required plan listing all special inspections.
    Third-Party Verification
    Independent review (e.g., LEED, ENERGY STAR, HERS rating).

    Quick Reference Flow (New Construction)

    1. OPR → BOD → Cx Plan
    2. Design Review (CxA)
    3. Submittals & PFT
    4. TAB → FPT → IST
    5. Training & Systems Manual
    6. Final Cx Report → Substantial Completion → CO
    7. 10-Month Warranty Review (LEED Enhanced Cx)

    Let me know if you need templates, checklist examples, or jurisdiction-specific terms (e.g., NYC LL87, California Title 24).

  • Prometheus 300

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.15

    2024 International Fire Code

    2024 Fire Code

    “Prometheus creating Man in the presence of Athena” (1802) / Jean-Simon Berthélemy

    Aperiodic nthly review of all consensus, consortia and open source codes, standards and regulations the set the standard of care for fire safety in educational settlements.   We group them with fire protection standards because most of the compliance and enforcement expertise originates with fire safety expertise.  Send bella@standardsmichigan.com an email for an advance agenda.

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  • “Friday On My Mind” The Telephones

    All day
    2026.01.16
    Santa Clara University | “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” https://youtu.be/q7pZVRIo05U?si=F_b51knk_sQfv009

    Nederland

  • Nourriture Hiver

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.16


    Overview of codes and standards relevant to the food service enterprises in K-12 schools, college and university student housing, athletic venues and university-affiliated healthcare systems.

    https://youtu.be/g33C4D1QYis?si=r6Q_vrElPQ6bvbMi

    https://standardsmichigan.com/nourriture-hiver/

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  • Healthcare Facility Standards

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.20

    Many research universities have large medical research and clinical delivery enterprises that provide significant revenue; in some cases over 50 percent of nominal (nameplate) revenue.  Pure non-medical academic megaprojects (e.g., new classroom/research buildings) tend to be smaller than university-affiliated hospital towers in 2026, with many in the $100–300M range. Healthcare expansions dominate due to population growth and funding priorities.  Rankings can vary by exact metric (cost, sq ft, beds).

    Nearly every month we scan for information about such projects in as many stages as publicly available; with particular interest in public commenting opportunities; coordinated with the IEEE Education & Healthcare Facilities Committee which meets online every other Tuesday.

    Feel free to join us with the login credentials at the upper right of our home page.

  • Overhead Illumination Operation & Maintenance

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.20

    Overhead Illumination Operation & Maintenance

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  • Ædificare | Renovation Standards

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.22

    “Etude pour les constructeurs” 1950 Fernand Leger

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    We follow the construction spend rate of the US education industry; using the US Census Bureau Construction Spending figures released the first day of every month.

    We encourage our colleagues in the education facilities industry to respond to Census Bureau-retained data gathering contractors in order to contribute to the accuracy of the report.

     

    https://youtu.be/x613cyteWL4

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  • FERC Meeting Synopsis

    All day
    2026.01.27

    https://standardsmichigan.com/reaction-ferc-meetings/

     

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is an independent agency that regulates the interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil. While FERC operates independently, it reports to Congress and is administratively housed within the Department of Energy (DOE). However, the DOE does not oversee FERC’s regulatory decisions, as FERC operates autonomously under its own authority.

  • 2028 NESC Defintions

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.27

    The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), published by the IEEE as ANSI C2, is the current edition as of January 2026: the 2023 Edition (published in 2022, effective February 1, 2023). The next edition is scheduled for 2028.Table of Contents for the 2023 EditionGeneral Sections

    • Section 1: Introduction
    • Section 2: Definitions of Special Terms
    • Section 3: References
    • Section 9: Grounding Methods for Electric Supply and Communications Facilities

    Part 1: Rules for the Installation and Maintenance of Electric Supply Stations and Equipment

    • Section 10: Purpose and Scope
    • Section 11: Protective Arrangements in Electric Supply Stations
    • Section 12: Installation and Maintenance of Equipment
    • Section 13: Rotating Equipment
    • Section 14: Storage Batteries
    • Section 15: Transformers and Regulators
    • Section 16: Conductors
    • Section 17: Circuit Breakers, Reclosers, Switches, and Fuses
    • Section 18: Switchgear and Metal-Enclosed Bus
    • Section 19: Photovoltaic Generating Stations

    Part 2: Rules for the Installation and Maintenance of Overhead Electric Supply and Communication Lines

    • Section 20: Purpose, Scope, and Application of Rules
    • Section 21: General Requirements
    • Section 22: Relations Between Various Classes of Lines and Equipment
    • Section 23: Clearances
    • Section 24: Grades of Construction
    • Section 25: Loadings for Grades B and C
    • Section 26: Strength Requirements
    • Section 27: Line Insulation
    • (Additional sections on overhead rules, including guys, supports, etc.)

    Part 3: Rules for the Installation and Maintenance of Underground Electric Supply and Communication Lines

    • Sections covering purpose, scope, underground construction, cables, equipment, and installation requirements.

    Part 4: Work Rules (Rules for the Operation of Electric Supply and Communications Lines and Equipment)

    • Sections 40–44: Covering employer and employee rules, including approach distances, fall protection, and arc flash requirements.

    Appendices and Annexes

    • Appendix A: Uniform system of clearances
    • Appendix B: Uniform clearance calculations
    • Appendix C: Example applications for loadings
    • Appendix D: Practical approaches to reducing overvoltages
    • Appendix E: Bibliography
    • Annex 1: Metric tables and figures
    • Annex 2: Letter symbols for units
    • Index

    The NESC also includes numerous figures, tables (e.g., clearance tables like 232-1, 235 series, loading tables 250–253, strength tables), and supporting rules within each section.For the full document, including exact rule numbering and details, refer to the official IEEE publication (available via IEEE Xplore or purchase). The structure has remained consistent across recent editions, with updates primarily in content (e.g., new rules for energy storage, distributed generation, and wireless attachments in 2023).

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  • United States Consumer Sentiment

    All day
    2026.01.30

    Release Calendar 2025

    Final Results for October 2025

    The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (MCSI) is released twice a month:

    1. Preliminary Report – Released mid-month (usually the second Friday of the month).
    2. Final Report – Released at the end of the month (usually the fourth Friday of the month).

    Both reports are published at 10:00 AM Eastern Time (ET).

    https://youtu.be/D0xSuqKoByQ?si=-pawPMfA1bnY3-FM

    https://youtu.be/GxbKuek88NQ?si=v249UC4EAG2qJXlh

    https://youtu.be/JkQauI15hlE?si=uAm42E0eGtSCtJPH

  • Animals

    11:00 -12:00
    2026.01.30

    “The Peaceable Kingdom” 1833 Edward Hicks

    Today we update our understanding of the regulations, codes, standards and ethical considerations in the care of animals in education communities.  Use the login credentials at the upper right of our home page.


    https://standardsmichigan.com/animals-100/

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  • Home & Hearth

    All day
    2026.01.31
    https://standardsmichigan.com/inglenook/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/fireplace-safety/

    Harvard University | Middlesex County Massachusetts

    https://standardsmichigan.com/standard-for-the-installation-of-sprinkler-systems-in-low-rise-residential-occupancies/

    Wyoming Catholic College | Fremont County

    https://standardsmichigan.com/international-fire-code/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/ohio-union-fireplace-lounges/

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    St. Olaf College | Dakota County Minnesota

    https://standardsmichigan.com/nfpa-education-facilities/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/sortir-des-flammes/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/code-ignis-mmxxi/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/rex-unplugged-common-lounge-fireplace/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/inglenook/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/tc-92-fire-safety/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/the-science-of-fire/

    "Lincoln as a Boy Reading at Night" (1868) / Eastman Johnson

    “Lincoln as a Boy Reading at Night” (1868) / Eastman Johnson

     

  • Romanian Folk Dances (Béla Bartók) Sinfonia Cymru

    All day
    2026.01.31
    Santa Clara University | “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” https://youtu.be/q7pZVRIo05U?si=F_b51knk_sQfv009

    Trading Standards Wales | Safonau Masnach Cymru

 

 

 

Quadrivium: Spring

We’re “organized” but not too organized; like the bookseller who knows where every book can be found.

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