LEED v5 O+M Rating System_February 2026 - Page 019

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Integrative Process, Planning, and Assessments Credit

OPERATIONAL PLANNING FOR RESILIENCE

IPc1

1 point

INTENT

To encourage effective hazard response plans and readiness measures to ensure safety and maintain critical operations during and after emergencies.

REQUIREMENTS

Achievement Pathways	Points
Existing Buildings	1
Emergency Response Plan	1

Support or institute an emergency response plan that addresses the priority hazards identified in IPp1: Climate Resilience Assessment .

Procedures and protocols in the plan must include the following:

• Identify essential personnel responsible for implementing the emergency response plan.

• Perform ongoing emergency preparedness training and drills for essential personnel.

• Communicate across departments during emergencies.

• Control pedestrian and vehicle traffic during emergencies.

• Address special needs for vulnerable populations.

• Ensure protection and restoration of critical facilities and systems.

• Ensure backup power is available for command centers and essential systems.

• Perform ongoing maintenance of emergency response plan.

Communicate the emergency response plan to relevant service providers, facilities staff, and occupants, including the points of contact for each procedure and protocol.

U.S. Green Building Council LEED v5 Reference Guide for Operations and Maintenance, November 2025 Edition 13