WELL Criteria
| WELL Category / WELL-Feature | |
| AIR | |
| A01. Fundamental Air Quality | |
| P | A01.1 Meet Thresholds for Particulate Matter |
| A01.2 Meet Thresholds for Organic Gases | |
| A01.3 Meet Thresholds for Inorganic Gases | |
| A01.4 Meet Radon Threshold | |
| A01.5 Monitor Fundamental Air Parameters | |
| A02. Smoke-Free Environment | |
| P | A02.1 Prohibit Indoor Smoking |
| A02.2 Prohibit Outdoor Smoking | |
| A03. Ventilation Effectiveness | |
| P | A03.1 Ensure Adequate Ventilation |
| A03.2 Conduct System Balancing | |
| A04. Construction Pollution Management | |
| P | A04.1 Mitigate Construction Pollution |
| A05. Enhanced Air Quality | |
| O | A05.1 / 2 Points Meet Enhanced Thresholds for Particulate Matter |
| A05.2 / 1 Points Meet Enhanced Thresholds for Organic Gases | |
| A05.3 / 1 Points Meet Enhanced Thresholds for Inorganic Gases | |
| A06. Enhanced Ventilation | |
| O | A06.1 / 3 Points Increase Outdoor Air Supply |
| A06.2 / 3 Points Implement Demand-Controlled Ventilation | |
| A06.3 / 1 Points Implement Displacement Ventilation | |
| A06.4 / 3 Points Implement Advanced Air Distribution | |
| A07. Operable Windows | |
| O | A07.1 / 1 Points Provide Operable Windows |
| A07.2 / 1 Points Manage Window Use | |
| A07.3 / 1 Points Apply Universal Design to Windows | |
| A08. Air Quality Monitoring and Awareness | |
| O | A08.1 / 1 Points Implement Indoor Air Monitors |
| A08.2 / 1 Points Promote Air Quality Awareness | |
| A09. Pollution Infiltration Management | |
| O | A09.1 / 1 Points Design Healthy Envelope and Entryways |
| A10. Combustion Minimization | |
| O | A10.1 / 1 Points Manage Combustion |
| A11. Source Separation | |
| O | A11.1 / 1 Points Manage Pollution and Exhaust |
| A12. Air Filtration | |
| O | A12.1 / 1 Points Implement Particle Filtration |
| A13. Active VOC Control | |
| O | A13.1 / 1 Points Implement Carbon Filtration |
| A14. Microbe and Mold Control | |
| O | A14.1 / 1 Points Implement Ultraviolet Air Treatment |
| A14.2 / 1 Points Manage Condensation and Mold | |
| WATER | |
| W01. Fundamental Water Quality | |
| P | W01.1 Meet Sediment Thresholds |
| W01.2 Meet Microorganisms Thresholds | |
| W01.3 Monitor Fundamental Water Parameters | |
| W02. Water Contaminants | |
| P | W02.1 Meet Dissolved Metal Thresholds |
| W02.2 Meet Organic Pollutant Thresholds | |
| W02.3 Meet Disinfectant Byproducts Thresholds | |
| W02.4 Meet Herbicide and Pesticide Thresholds | |
| W02.5 Meet Fertilizer Thresholds | |
| W02.6 Meet Public Water Additive Thresholds | |
| W02.7 Monitor Water Contaminant Parameters | |
| W03. Legionella Control | |
| P | W03.1 Implement Legionella Management Plan |
| W04. Enhanced Water Quality | |
| O | W04.1 / 1 Points Meet Drinking Water Taste Properties |
| W05. Water Quality Consistency | |
| O | W05.1 / 1 Points Test and Display Water Quality |
| W05.2 / 1 Points Filter Drinking Water | |
| W06. Drinking Water Promotion | |
| O | W06.1 / 1 Points Ensure Drinking Water Access |
| W07. Moisture Management | |
| O | W07.1 / 1 Points Manage Exterior Liquid Water |
| W07.2 / 1 Points Isolate Moisture-sensitive Materials | |
| W07.3 / 1 Points Manage Interior Liquid Water | |
| W08. Handwashing | |
| O | W08.1 / 1 Points Provide Adequate Sink |
| W08.2 / 1 Points Provide Handwashing Support | |
| W09. β – Onsite Non-Potable Water Reuse | |
| O | W09.1 / 1 Points Implement Safety Plan for Non-Potable Water Capture and Reuse |
| NOURISHMENT | |
| N01. Fruits and Vegetables | |
| P | N01.1 Ensure Fruit and Vegetable Availability |
| N01.2 Promote Fruit and Vegetable Visibility | |
| N02. Nutritional Transparency | |
| P | N02.1 Provide Nutritional Information |
| N02.2 Implement Ingredient Labeling | |
| N02.3 Implement Refined Ingredient Labeling | |
| N03. Refined Ingredients | |
| O | N03.1 / 1 Points Limit Total Sugars |
| N03.2 / 1 Points Promote Whole Grains | |
| N03.3 / 1 Points Manage Oils | |
| N04. Food Advertising | |
| O | N04.1 / 1 Points Promote Healthy Nutritional Messaging |
| N04.2 / 1 Points Implement Healthy Menu Design | |
| N05. Artificial Ingredients | |
| O | N05.1 / 1 Points Restrict Artificial Ingredients |
| N06. Portion Sizes | |
| O | N06.1 / 1 Points Promote Healthy Portions |
| N07. Nutrition Education | |
| O | N07.1 / 1 Points Provide Nutrition Education |
| N08. Mindful Eating | |
| O | N08.1 / 1 Points Include Designated Eating Space |
| N08.2 / 1 Points Provide Daily Meal Breaks | |
| N09. Special Diets | |
| O | N09.1 / 1 Points Manage Allergies and Alternatives |
| N09.2 / 1 Points Implement Enhanced Ingredient Labeling | |
| N10. Food Preparation | |
| O | N10.1 / 1 Points Provide Meal Support |
| N11. Responsible Food Sourcing | |
| O | N11.1 / 1 Points Implement Responsible Sourcing |
| N12. Food Production | |
| O | N12.1 / 1 Points Provide Gardening Space |
| N12.2 / 1 Points Provide Planting Support | |
| N13. Local Food Environment | |
| O | N13.1 / 1 Points Ensure Food Access |
| LIGHT | |
| L01. Light Exposure and Education | |
| P | L01.1 Ensure Indoor Light Exposure |
| L01.2 Promote Lighting Education | |
| L02. Visual Lighting Design | |
| P | L02.1 Light Levels for Visual Acuity |
| L03. Circadian Lighting Design | |
| O | L03.1 / 3 Points Lighting for the Circadian System |
| L04. Glare Control | |
| O | L04.1 / 2 Points Control Solar Glare |
| L04.2 / 2 Points Manage Glare from Electric Lighting | |
| L05. Enhanced Daylight Access | |
| O | L05.1 / 1 Points Implement Enhanced Daylight Plan |
| L05.2 / 2 Points Implement Enhanced Daylight Simulation | |
| L05.3 / 1 Points Ensure Views | |
| L06. Visual Balance | |
| O | L06.1 / 1 Points Manage Brightness |
| L07. Electric Light Quality | |
| O | L07.1 / 1 Points Ensure Color Rendering Quality |
| L07.2 / 1 Points Manage Flicker | |
| L08. Occupant Control of Lighting Environments | |
| O | L08.1 / 1 Points Enhance Occupant Controllability |
| L08.2 / 1 Points Provide Supplemental Lighting | |
| MOVEMENT | |
| V01. Active Buildings and Communities | |
| P | V01.1 Design Active Buildings and Communities |
| V02. Visual and Physical Ergonomics | |
| P | V02.1 Support Visual Ergonomics |
| V02.2 Ensure Desk Height Flexibility | |
| V02.3 Ensure Seat Flexibility | |
| V02.4 Provide Standing Support | |
| V02.5 Provide Ergonomics Education | |
| V03. Movement Network and Circulation | |
| O | V03.1 / 1 Points Design Aesthetic Circulation Networks |
| V03.2 / 1 Points Integrate Point-of-Decision Signage | |
| V03.3 / 1 Points Promote Visible Stairs | |
| V04. Active Commuter and Occupant Support | |
| O | V04.1 / 2 Points Provide Bicycle Storage |
| V04.2 / 2 Points Provide Facilities for Active Occupants | |
| V05. Site Planning and Selection | |
| O | V05.1 / 2 Points Select Sites with Diverse Uses |
| V05.2 / 2 Points Select Sites with Access to Mass Transit | |
| V05.3 / 2 Points Select Sites with Pedestrian Friendly Streets | |
| V05.4 / 2 Points Select Sites with Bike Friendly Streets | |
| V06. Physical Activity Opportunities | |
| O | V06.1 / 2 Points Implement Activity Programs for Employees |
| V06.2 / 2 Points Implement Activity Programs for Students | |
| V07. Active Furnishings | |
| O | V07.1 / 2 Points Provide Active Workstations |
| V08. Physical Activity Spaces and Equipment | |
| O | V08.1 / 1 Points Provide Dedicated Activity Spaces |
| V08.2 / 1 Points Provide Physical Activity Equipment | |
| V08.3 / 1 Points Provide Off-Site Activity Spaces | |
| V09. Exterior Active Design | |
| O | V09.1 / 1 Points Integrate Active Façades |
| V09.2 / 1 Points Provide On-Site Pedestrian Destinations | |
| V10. Enhanced Ergonomics | |
| O | V10.1 / 1 Points Utilize Ergonomic Consultation |
| V11. Physical Activity Promotion | |
| O | V11.1 / 1 Points Promote Physical Activity |
| V11.2 / 1 Points Promote Participation Awareness | |
| V12. Self-Monitoring | |
| O | V12.1 / 1 Points Provide Self-Monitoring Tools |
| THERMAL COMFORT | |
| T01. Thermal Performance | |
| P | T01.1 Support Thermal Environment |
| T01.2 Monitor Thermal Parameters | |
| T02. Enhanced Thermal Performance | |
| O | T02.1 / 1 Points Enhance Thermal Environment |
| T02.2 / 3 Points Achieve Thermal Comfort | |
| T03. Thermal Zoning | |
| O | T03.1 / 2 Points Ensure Thermostat Control |
| T03.2 / 1 Points Promote Free Address | |
| T04. Individual Thermal Control | |
| O | T04.1 / 3 Points Ensure Personal Thermal Comfort |
| T04.2 / 1 Points Facilitate Thermal Adaptation | |
| T05. Radiant Thermal Comfort | |
| O | T05.1 / 1 Points Implement Radiant Systems |
| T05.2 / 1 Points Implement Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems | |
| T06. Thermal Comfort Monitoring | |
| O | T06.1 / 1 Points Monitor Thermal Environment |
| T07. Humidity Control | |
| O | T07.1 / 1 Points Manage Relative Humidity |
| SOUND | |
| S01. Sound Mapping | |
| P | S01.1 Manage Background Noise Level |
| S01.2 Manage Acoustical Privacy | |
| S01.3 Label Acoustic Zones | |
| S02. Maximum Noise Levels | |
| O | S02.1 / 3 Points Limit Background Noise Levels |
| S03. Sound Barriers | |
| O | S03.1 / 2 Points Ensure Adequate Wall Construction |
| S03.2 / 1 Points Ensure Proper Door Specifications | |
| S04. Sound Absorption | |
| O | S04.1 / 1 Points Meet Thresholds for Reverberation Time |
| S04.2 / 1 Points Implement Sound Reducing Ceilings | |
| S04.3 / 1 Points Implement Sound Reducing Vertical Surfaces | |
| S05. Sound Masking | |
| O | S05.1 / 2 Points Implement Sound Masking |
| S06. β – Impact Noise Management | |
| O | S06.1 / 1 Points Specify Impact Noise Reducing Flooring |
| S06.2 / 2 Points Meet Thresholds for Impact Noise Rating | |
| MATERIALS | |
| X01. Fundamental Material Precautions | |
| P | X01.1 Restrict Asbestos |
| X01.2 Limit Mercury | |
| X01.3 Restrict Lead | |
| X02. Hazardous Material Abatement | |
| P | X02.1 Manage Asbestos Hazards |
| X02.2 Manage Lead Hazards | |
| X02.3 Manage Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Hazards | |
| X03. Exterior Materials and Structures | |
| P | X03.1 Ensure Acceptable Structures |
| X03.2 Manage Exterior Paint and Soil | |
| X04. Waste Management | |
| O | X04.1 / 1 Points Manage Hazardous Waste |
| X05. In-Place Management | |
| O | X05.1 / 2 Points Manage Hazardous Materials |
| X06. Site Remediation | |
| O | X06.1 / 2 Points Implement Site Assessment and Cleanup |
| X07. Pesticide Use | |
| O | X07.1 / 1 Points Manage Pesticides |
| X08. Hazardous Material Reduction | |
| O | X08.1 / 1 Points Limit Hazardous Materials |
| X09. Cleaning Products and Protocol | |
| O | X09.1 / 1 Points Ensure Acceptable Cleaning Ingredients |
| X09.2 / 1 Points Implement Acceptable Cleaning Practices | |
| X10. Volatile Compound Reduction | |
| O | X10.1 / 2 Points Manage Volatile Organic Compounds |
| X10.2 / 1 Points Manage Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs) | |
| X10.3 / 1 Points Purchase Compliant Products | |
| X11. Long-Term Emission Control | |
| O | X11.1 / 2 Points Manage Furniture and Furnishings Emissions |
| X11.2 / 1 Points Manage Flooring and Insulation Emissions | |
| X12. Short-Term Emission Control | |
| O | X12.1 / 3 Points Manage Product Emissions: Adhesives, Sealants, Paints and Coatings |
| X12.2 / 2 Points Manage Product Content: Adhesives, Sealants, Paints and Coatings | |
| X13. Enhanced Material Precaution | |
| O | X13.1 / 2 Points Select Optimized Materials |
| X14. Material Transparency | |
| O | X14.1 / 2 Points Promote Ingredient Disclosure |
| MIND | |
| M01. Mental Health Promotion | |
| P | M01.1 Commit to Mental Health Promotion |
| M01.2 Promote Mental Health Literacy | |
| M02. Access to Nature | |
| P | M02.1 / 1 Points Provide Access to Nature |
| M03. Mental Health Support | |
| O | M03.1 / 1 Points Provide Mental Health Screening |
| M03.2 / 1 Points Provide Mental Health Coverage | |
| M03.3 / 1 Points Provide Workplace Support | |
| M04. Mental Health Education | |
| O | M04.1 / 1 Points Offer Mental Health Education |
| M04.2 / 1 Points Offer Mental Health Education for Managers | |
| M05. Stress Support | |
| O | M05.1 / 1 Points Develop Stress Management Plan |
| M05.2 / 1 Points Support Stress Management Programs | |
| M06. Restorative Opportunities | |
| O | M06.1 / 1 Points Provide Micro- and Macro-Breaks |
| M07. Restorative Spaces | |
| O | M07.1 / 1 Points Provide Restorative Indoor Spaces |
| M07.2 / 1 Points Provide Restorative Outdoor Spaces | |
| M08. Restorative Programming | |
| O | M08.1 / 1 Points Provide Restorative Programming |
| M09. Enhanced Access to Nature | |
| O | M09.1 / 1 Points Provide Enhanced Access to Nature |
| M10. Focus Support | |
| O | M10.1 / 1 Points Assess Work Environment |
| M10.2 / 1 Points Integrate Space Management | |
| M11. Sleep Support | |
| O | M11.1 / 1 Points Provide Workplace Sleep Support |
| M11.2 / 1 Points Provide Non-Workplace Sleep Support | |
| M12. Business Travel | |
| O | M12.1 / 1 Points Provide Business Travel Support |
| M13. Tobacco Prevention and Cessation | |
| O | M13.1 / 1 Points Promote Tobacco Prevention |
| M13.2 / 2 Points Support Tobacco Cessation | |
| M14. Substance Use Education and Services | |
| O | M14.1 / 1 Points Promote Substance Abuse Prevention and Education |
| M14.2 / 2 Points Provide Access to Substance Use Services | |
| M15. Opioid Emergency Response Plan | |
| O | M15.1 / 3 Points Provide Opioid Emergency Response Kits and Training |
| COMMUNITY | |
| C01. Health and Wellness Awareness | |
| P | C01.1 Provide WELL Feature Guide |
| C01.2 Promote Health and Wellness Education | |
| C02. Integrative Design | |
| P | C02.1 Facilitate Stakeholder Charrette |
| C02.2 Integrate Beauty and Design | |
| C02.3 Promote Health-Oriented Mission | |
| C02.4 Facilitate Stakeholder Orientation | |
| C03. Occupant Survey | |
| P | C03.1 Select Project Survey |
| C03.2 Administer Survey and Report Results | |
| C04. Enhanced Occupant Survey | |
| O | C04.1 / 1 Points Select Enhanced Survey |
| C04.2 / 1 Points Administer Pre-Occupancy Survey and Report Results | |
| C04.3 / 1 Points Monitor and Analyze Survey Responses | |
| C04.4 / 1 Points Facilitate Interviews, Focus Groups and/or Observation | |
| C05. Health Services and Benefits | |
| O | C05.1 / 2 Points Promote Health Benefits |
| C05.2 / 1 Points Offer On-Demand Health Services | |
| C06. Health Promotion | |
| O | C06.1 / 2 Points Promote Culture of Health |
| C06.2 / 1 Points Offer Health Risk Assessments | |
| C07. Community Immunity | |
| O | C07.1 / 1 Points Promote Seasonal Flu Prevention |
| C07.2 / 1 Points Implement Immunization Schedule | |
| C08. New Parent Support | |
| O | C08.1 / 3 Points Offer New Parent Leave |
| C08.2 / 1 Points Promote Workplace Support | |
| C09. New Mother Support | |
| O | C09.1 / 1 Points Offer Workplace Breastfeeding Support |
| C09.2 / 2 Points Design Lactation Room | |
| C09.3 / 1 Points Promote Breastfeeding Education and Support | |
| C10. Family Support | |
| O | C10.1 / 1 Points Offer Childcare Support |
| C10.2 / 1 Points Offer Eldercare Support | |
| C10.3 / 1 Points Offer Family Leave | |
| C10.4 / 1 Points Offer Bereavement Support | |
| C11. Civic Engagement | |
| O | C11.1 / 1 Points Promote Civic Engagement |
| C12. Organizational Transparency | |
| O | C12.1 / 2 Points Promote Equity Program Participation |
| C13. Accessibility and Universal Design | |
| O | C13.1 / 1 Points Ensure Essential Accessibility |
| C13.2 / 2 Points Integrate Universal Design | |
| C14. Bathroom Accommodations | |
| O | C14.1 / 1 Points Provide Essential Accommodations |
| C14.2 / 1 Points Provide Single-User Bathrooms | |
| C14.3 / 1 Points Provide Family Bathrooms | |
| C15. Emergency Preparedness | |
| O | C15.1 / 1 Points Develop Emergency Preparedness Plan |
| C15.2 / 2 Points Promote Emergency Resources | |
| C16. Community Access and Engagement | |
| O | C16.1 / 1 Points Provide Community Space |
| INNOVATIONS | |
| I01. Innovate WELL | |
| O | I01.1 / 10 Points Propose Innovations |
| I02. WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) | |
| O | I02.1 / 1 Points WELL AP |
| I03. Educate WELL | |
| O | I03.1 / 1 Points Offer WELL Educational Tours |
| I04. Gateways to Wellness | |
| O | I04.1 / 1 Points Complete Health and Wellness Program |
| I05. Green Building Rating Systems | |
| O | I05.1 / 5 Points Achieve Sustainable Building Certification |
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