This standard develops the methodology required for the inspection of mechanical and natural
ventilation systems in relation to its energy consumption.
This standard applies to both residential and non residential buildings.
The inspection may include the following issues, in order to determine the energy performance of the
building and its associated mechanical / electrical plant:
The system conformity related to the original and subsequent design modifications, actual
requirements and the present building state.
Correct operation of the mechanical, electrical or pneumatic components.
Provision of an adequate and pure supply of ventilation air.
The functioning of all the controls involved.
Fan power absorbed and specific fan power.
Building air tightness.
It is not the intention of the standard to provide a full ventilation system audit. Its purpose is to assess
its functioning and its impact on energy consumption. It includes recommendations on possible
system improvements.
NOTE The inspection, performed by an independent person to assess the system performance relating to
energy consumption, is different from the maintenance that is performed to the owner’s requirements to maintain
the optimum system performance.
EN 15239:2007 Referenced Document
EN 12097 Ventilation for Buildings - Ductwork - Requirements for ductwork components to facilitate maintenance of ductwork systems
EN 12792:2003 Ventilation for buildings - Symbols, terminology and graphical symbols
EN 15239:2007 history
2007EN 15239:2007 Ventilation for buildings - Energy performance of buildings - Guidelines for inspection of ventilation systems