4.1.6 Describe the Level 4 audit - On-site evaluation with an experienced energy advisor (new evaluation)

(QA, 2.4)

  • A Level 4 audit can be performed by an experienced energy advisor or the specialist
  • REA is assessed during an on-site evaluation with an experienced Energy Advisor.
    • experienced - more than 100 home energy evaluations including at least 10 MURB evaluations when performed on a MURB
    • sub-contracting permissible when the SO does not have an experienced energy advisor
  • acting as a mentor onsite
    • both collect data an model files independently
    • one blower door test for both
  • files are compared and deficiencies noted with recommendations for remediation
    • may include additional training
  • may also be undertaken by NRCan with a third-party auditor