Item Name		Posted By	Date Posted
November 2020 Lunch & Learn - Blueprint Basics Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	11/19/2020
Speaker: Jordan Swanson – Special Projects Group Manager, Osborne Construction Company Description: Construction Drawings “Blueprints” are the mechanism for Design Teams to communicate the 3 Dimensional World in a 2 Dimensional format for teams completing the scope. There are standards associated with drawings formats, layout, and general organization that once understood will make navigating a set of documents easier. Takeaways: At the end of this presentation attendees will be able to answer the following questions: o What are Blueprints o How are Blueprints generally organized o What exactly are the typical components of Blueprints o What are Shop Drawings o How do As-Builts fall into all of this
October 2020 Lunch & Learn - Pump Systems ROI Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/28/2020
BOMA Virtual Power Hour: Energy Savings from Smarter Pump Systems - Easy Upgrades for Big Savings, Presented by BetterBricks and the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council. Presenters: Devin Carle, President, Hurley Engineering, Chris Ireland, District Manager, Grundfos, Sarah Widder, Cadeo Group Webinar Description: Pumps are an often overlooked, seemingly small component of a commercial building, they offer big opportunities for energy savings and reliable, convenient building operation for happy tenants. Presenters will focus on emerging opportunities to save energy in pumps serving hydronic heating, domestic hot water recirculation, and pressure boosting systems using New Smart Pumps. The energy savings translate to real reductions in operating costs, providing an attractive ROI, and boosting net operating income, all without compromising performance.
August 2020 Lunch & Learn - New Disinfection Tools Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	8/27/2020
August 2020 Power Hour - New Disinfection Tools & Best Practices in the time of COVID Presented by ABM's Michael Mendonca and Tim Helmboldt on August 26, 2020 This Power Hour provides an overview of the new disinfectant technologies and new best practices during the time of COVID.
July 2020 Lunch & Learn:UV Light as a Disinfectant Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/17/2020
Presented on July 15 by Bobbi McLeod & Forrest Hillyer, Lumenal Lighting This webinar will cover an introduction to ultraviolet (UV) energy and how light can be implemented as a tool to bolster disinfection efforts. The design team at Lumenal Lighting has put together a brief overview of the antimicrobial visible light and germicidal UV options available for public, commercial, and healthcare settings. The presentation focuses on visible light, far-UVC, and UVC in a variety of form factors. It provides an explanation of each type and makes general recommendations as to what type is most appropriate for a variety of applications.
June 2020 Power Hour - Preparing for Post-COVID Tr Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/26/2020
June 24, 2020 Presented by Lori Johnson, Director, WA State Food Truck Association Having a schedule of rotating mobile food vendors is a sought-after amenity. But, for a facilities or property manager, organizing a food truck calendar, coordinating requests, and understanding all the local regulatory requirements and current health guidance is a cumbersome task. Finding reputable, high quality food service providers, assuring that they are properly screened, maintaining an online calendar for tenants to view, rescheduling and finding last-minute substitute vendors, fixing permitting and licensing problems, adjusting the type, cost, and time of service, marketing, understanding the site specific logistics and insuring a rotation of great food vendors takes a lot of work. We will explain all the ins and outs, answer questions, and offer solutions.
May 2020 - ESH: Unique Waterproofing Projects... Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/15/2020
May 13th, 2020 Engineer Skills Hour - Unique Waterproofing Projects: Testing, Problem Solving, Methodology, Installation Presented by Travis Brammer, Managing Partner & Jackie Roethel, Director of Marketing: Evolution Architecture Overview: Evolution Architecture is a full service consulting and architecture firm with a focus on existing buildings. Our projects range from small targeted repairs to full service architecture on multi-million dollar restoration projects. Dealing with existing buildings requires careful analysis and problem solving, and an ability to provide custom and unique solutions, especially pertaining to waterproofing. This presentation will showcase actual projects from start to finish. We will share testing and methodology as well as pictures and detailed accounts of the waterproofing solutions.
April 2020 - Engineer Skills Hour: Refrigerants... Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	4/29/2020
Refrigerants: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going - Presented by Melissa Sokolowsky, Senior Project Manager, Smart Buildings Center on April 28, 2020. Description: The use of refrigerants is widespread, in varying applications from food safety and medicine preservation to air conditioning in our vehicles and buildings. This presentation will examine the past and current landscape of refrigerants in relation to building operation, including environmental impacts, regulatory considerations, and end-of-life disposal. We will discuss the history of refrigerants, looking at factors that caused the shift away from natural refrigerants to synthetics. We’ll also look at new products and regulations on the horizon, and why the industry is trending back toward natural refrigerants, with many benefits including increased energy efficiency, environmental sustainability and financial savings.
Air Filtration - What You Need to Know Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/24/2020
A BOMA Seattle King County Power Hour, "Air Filtration - What You Need to Know". Presented by Total Systems Services on April 24, 2019.
Power Hour - Fire & Smoke Damper Inspections Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/25/2019
Presented by Brad Sharp and Kevin Gibson from Hermanson Company - October 16, 2019. Required Fire & Smoke Damper Inspections - What You Need to Know Key Takeaways: 1. What are fire damper inspection requirements. 2. What types of buildings must meet fire damper inspection requirements. 3. How to ensure you are hiring a properly certified fire damper inspector.
ESH - The Role of Lighting in Smart Buildings Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/22/2019
Engineer Skills Hour: Presented by Paul Nordholm from Lumenal Lighting - October 2, 2019. Lighting has a unique advantage in the move towards IOT technology in the information age. Learn about the benefits that can be obtained through conversion of existing sources to new intelligent sources that payback far beyond the energy and maintenance savings. Learn how to get the best use out of your building's existing space without costly additions and turn your property into an analytical goldmine while maximizing occupant productivity and comfort!
Skills Hour: Creative Ways to Reclaim Water Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2019
Presented by Jeff Kasowski and Bryce Jacobson from Wright Runstad and Company - September 11, 2019. This Engineer Skills Hour dives into the topic of water reclamation, giving an in-depth look at a local engineering group that took a building built in 1988 and turned it into a pioneer of water reclamation in Downtown Seattle, winning multiple awards. It also provides information on water reclamation opportunities at a building level, the challenges and obstacles that can come up (and how to face them) and local resources.
Power Hour - Creating a Quality Internship Program Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/15/2019
Presented by Carla Thompson from North Seattle College - March 14, 2019. Creating an internship program can be difficult, but its benefits, both to the student and organization, are significant. This video covers the process of establishing a successful internship program, as well as its numerous benefits. The presentation also includes resources and more information on how to access the support network offered by North Seattle College.
Engineer Skills Hour - Seattle Building Tune-Ups PDF (5.72 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/14/2019
Presented by Seattle Building Tune-Ups' Program Manager Rebecca Baker and Technical Advisor Blake Ringeisen - March 13, 2019. These slides provide information that affects every commercial building in Seattle (larger than 50,000 sf). The presentation answers questions about the tune up process, including exactly what improvements need to be made, and why. Information is also provided on booking tune up specialists, and how following these procedures will both help the environment, and save your property money in the long term.
ESH - Pump Liability and Efficiency  Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	2/20/2019
Presented by Duane Lewellen from Lewellen & Associate - February 13, 2019. This engineer's skills hour reviews pumping applications, terminology, and pump maintenance. Every building includes a series of high-pressure pumps, which can cause building engineers all kinds of headaches and stress. The more you know about these complicated systems, the better equipped you and your team are to handle any issue that may arise. From leaks and bursts, to general maintenance and a greater understanding, this skills hour offers an overview. Also covered are the new DOE pump system minimum efficiency standards, set to go into effect in 2020.

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Facility Condition Assessments Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	11/14/2018
11/14/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Christian Gorry, OAC Services, Inc. This session will be a review of FCA reporting and guidelines for soliciting assessment proposals. Key Takeaways: 1. Refresher on the Owner's and Manager's responsibilities for maintenance under the International Property Maintenance Code. 2. What to look for in a Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) and related report. 3. Tips on how to craft better FCA requests for proposals
Electric Motor Management Best Practices Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/11/2018
10/10/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Duane Lewellen, Director, Tool Lending Library, Smart Buildings Center. Hear about motor management practices to increase efficiency and improve performance. Topics include diagnostic tools for managing motor maintenance and operation. Key Takeaways: 1. Motor management best practices 2. Learn how to increase efficiency and improve performance
Prepare Your Building for Compliance w/ New OSHA Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
9/12/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Cal Bearman from Wiss, Janney, Elstner. On November 17, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a final rule updating its general industry Walking-Working Surfaces standards specific to slip, trip, and fall hazards. The new rule governs a wide variety of conditions, including fixed ladders, low-slope roofs, and rope descent systems. The rule also includes a new section under the general industry Personal Protective Equipment standards that establishes employer requirements for using personal fall protection systems. Portions of the new rule become effective as soon as January 17, 2017, and will have significant ramifications for many buildings, particularly for buildings where window washing and other maintenance activities are completed via rope descent systems, which are sometimes referred to as boatswain's (or bosun's) chairs.
Presentation Slides: Fire Protection PH - May 2025 PPTX (12.42 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/2/2025
PowerPoint slides from May 28, 2025 BOMA Virtual Power Hour: Fire and Life Safety Compliance: What Building Owners Need to Know in 2025, presented by AAA Fire Protection.
April 2025 Power Hour Slides: Property Resilience PDF (5.25 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	4/11/2025
Slides From: BOMA Virtual Power Hour - Assessing Property Resilience: A Strategy to Safeguarding your Assets Thursday, April 10, 2025 Presented by: Rebecca Sheppard, Building Potential Description of the event: This session will give a high-level overview of what to consider when conduction a property resilient assessment. - Learn about the principles of a Property Resilience Assessment - Know what to include in the scope of a property resilience assessment - Find out about available resources to learn more about the risks in your area Speaker Bio: At Building Potential Rebecca acts as strategic lead and technical advisor on smart buildings technologies and manages among other things the Clean Buildings Performance Standard Helpdesk. Previously, she was part of the Operations Team in a school district and has experience in efficiency building operations, capital project management, as well as emergency preparedness.
BOMA PH September 2024: Recoveries/Gross Ups PDF (508.72 KB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/17/2024
Presented on September 3, 2024, in person in downtown Seattle by Kathy Lim, representing Kardin Systems. Title: Maximizing Recoveries Gross up for Dark Space
Power Hour Slides - July 23' IAQ and HVAC Session PDF (10.4 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/28/2023
PowerPoint slides from - July 2023 BOMA Power Hour: Indoor Air Quality and Lowering Utility Bills
October 2020 Lunch & Learn Slides - NEEA PDF (2.57 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/28/2020
PowerPoint slides provided by the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council from October 2020 Virtual Lunch & Learn: Energy Savings from Smarter Pump Systems - Easy Upgrades for Big Savings
July L&L - UV Light as a Disinfectant - PP Slides PDF (6.87 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/17/2020
These are the PowerPoint slides from the following Lunch & Learn. These slides include resources and sources for the presentation. Presented on July 15 by Bobbi McLeod & Forrest Hillyer, Lumenal Lighting This webinar will cover an introduction to ultraviolet (UV) energy and how light can be implemented as a tool to bolster disinfection efforts. The design team at Lumenal Lighting has put together a brief overview of the antimicrobial visible light and germicidal UV options available for public, commercial, and healthcare settings. The presentation focuses on visible light, far-UVC, and UVC in a variety of form factors. It provides an explanation of each type and makes general recommendations as to what type is most appropriate for a variety of applications.
Lunch & Learn Files- Food Trucks as an Amenity PPTX (7.72 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/26/2020
PowerPoint presentation from June 24, 2020 Lunch & Learn - Preparing for Post-COVID Transition Using Food Trucks: Presented by the WA State Food Truck Association

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TMP Seminar - Session 3 PPT PDF (2.17 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
PPT presentation from the Transportation Management Program Seminar Session 3: Transportation Demand Management for Buildings - Introduction to Standard and Advanced Elements
TMP Seminar - Session 1 PPT PDF (4.62 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
PPT Presentation from the TMP Seminar - Session 1: The Value of Transportation Programs in a Changing City
Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA - PowerPoint File PDF (4.3 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/31/2022
March 29, 2022 Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA Board and Leadership PDF/PowerPoint Files from session An informational session from Sound Transit on the upcoming Light Rail expansion/construction and its impact on downtown and the surrounding areas. West Seattle/Ballard extension discussed. Contact Justin Wallander, BOMA Seattle Manager of Education, for more information.
Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA - 3/29/2022 Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/31/2022
March 29, 2022 Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA Board and Leadership An informational session from Sound Transit on the upcoming Light Rail expansion/construction and its impact on downtown and the surrounding areas. West Seattle/Ballard extension discussed, Q&A included. Contact Justin Wallander, BOMA Seattle Manager of Education, for more information.
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Energy Codes Alterations PDF (1.56 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/25/2021
Slides from April 20, 2021 presentation - Seattle Energy Codes Alterations. Presenter, Duane Jonlin Existing buildings, alterations, exceptions, HB 1257 etc.
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Files PDF (1.34 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/2/2022
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Calculating the Occupant Load of Office Spaces. All presentation files and instructor bios & contact information.
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Occupant Load Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/13/2021
Presented May 12, 2021 BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code – Calculating the Occupant Load of Office Spaces Presenters: Ardel Jala, PE, Building Official, City of Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Richard Pellinger, Building Plans Examiner Supervisor, City of Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Amie Joyce, IIDA, LEED, ID & C, Weaver Architects Description: As tenants and property professionals prepare for increasing numbers of tenants returning to the office, many are considering alterations to tenant spaces. BOMA is offering this free zoom seminar to members and non-members to clarify the design and configuration requirements of the current building code. More info can be found at the above link.

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