In commissioning terminology, which term refers to the formal check that confirms systems perform as intended?

• A. System performance audit
• B. Functional testing protocol
• C. System verification check
• D. Operational readiness review

Answer: (C)

In commissioning, the formal check you perform to confirm that a system actually operates as it was designed to is verification. A system verification check is the process of verifying that the installed equipment, controls, sequences of operation, alarms, and interlocks meet the design intent and project specifications. It’s about proving conformance to the design documents and performance criteria, not just testing individual components or validating user needs.

The other terms don’t fit as the formal check in this sense. A system performance audit looks at how the system performs during operation, often over time, to identify issues rather than the initial confirmation of design conformance. A functional testing protocol is the planned set of tests used during commissioning to test functions, but it’s the procedure itself rather than the formal acceptance step. An operational readiness review assesses overall readiness for occupancy and day-to-day operation, focusing on process and organizational readiness rather than verifying that the system meets its design requirements.