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Energy program policies (Fort Lewis, WA)

Program Update: Since 1997, the Washington State University Extension Energy Program has provided support for the REM program through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). While funding for the REM Program has been discontinued as of December 31, 2006, the resources in this website still offer value to REMs and those interested in contracting a REM for their facility. Additional energy management resources and support are available by visiting the FEMP website. Employees of federal facilities, or those contracted with them (including REMs) may access technical assistance through the EERE Information Center by calling 877-337-3463 or visiting their website.

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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
HEADQUARTERS, I CORPS AND FORT LEWIS
Fort Lewis, Washington 98433-9500
Army Programs

To establish an effective energy and water management program at Fort Lewis that will give each unit commander the responsibilities and tools to easily implement and maintain the program. To prescribe procedures required to establish and maintain an effective program that includes efficient management of facility energy, water, and mobility fuels.

This regulation is applicable to all units, departments, general and special staffs, tenants, and other activities under the jurisdiction of this command to include sub-installations and United States Army Reserve Centers (USAR). This document also serves as a resource document and guide for family housing occupants.

References are listed at Appendix A.

To realize the greatest return from every dollar expended for energy resources and to increase the efficient use of energy, water and mobility fuels. To increase energy awareness and resource efficiency management throughout the installation with regards to natural gas, fuel oil, electricity, water, and mobility fuels. The resulting efficiency increase and monetary savings will help support the energy program, improve the installation and contribute to army readiness and preparedness. Overall objective as detailed within Executive Order 12902, is to decrease the consumption of energy by 30% or more in facilities and decrease the consumption of mobility fuels by 10% by the year 2005 based on 1985 consumption levels.

2-l. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS

1. Acts on behalf of the installation commander on all energy matters.
2. Coordinates and implements the installation energy programs.
3. Establishes and staffs full time Energy Conservation Office within the Department of Public Works (DPW), to coordinate energy and water efficiency management for the commander.

2-2 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW)

1. Manages and promulgates the Army energy and water management program in facilities and utility systems.
2. Assures annual budgets address resource requirements to achieve facility energy goals.
3. Includes energy considerations in stationing/re-stationing criteria.
4. Ensures energy conservation/renewable energy measures are included and considered in Military Construction, Army, and Minor Military Construction projects.
5. Recommends energy conservation projects for funding and utilizes the Energy Conservation Investment Program and Productivity Equipment Capitol Investment as funding sources.
6. Implements supply methods to ensure procurement of energy- efficient items on a life cycle, cost-effective basis.
7. Manages building shells and utility systems for maximum energy and water efficiency management.
8. Validates energy conservation initiatives and projects prior to programming.
9. Reviews master planning activities for passive energy sitting, reviews project documentation for energy efficiency, and ensure energy considerations are programmed in the Annual Work Plan.
10. Provides for monthly submission of the Defense Energy Information System (DEIS) II Report and related quarterly reports.
11. Manages and promulgates the Army energy and water management program in facilities and utility systems.
12. Assures annual budgets address resource requirements to achieve facility energy goals.
13. Includes energy considerations in stationing/re-stationing criteria.
14. Ensures energy conservation/renewable energy measures are included and considered in Military Construction, Army, and Minor Military Construction projects.
15. Recommends energy conservation projects for funding and utilizes the Energy Conservation Investment Program and Productivity Equipment Capitol Investment as funding sources.
16. Implements supply methods to ensure procurement of energy- efficient items on a life cycle, cost-effective basis.
17. Manages building shells and utility systems for maximum energy and water efficiency management.
18. Validates energy conservation initiatives and projects prior to programming.
19. Reviews master planning activities for passive energy sitting, reviews project documentation for energy efficiency, and ensure energy considerations are programmed in the Annual Work Plan.
20. Provides for monthly submission of the Defense Energy Information System (DEIS) II Report and related quarterly reports.

2-3. INSTALLATION ENERGY MANAGER/COORDINATOR

1. Performs Energy Manager/Coordinator duties as listed in AR ll-27
2. Develops, schedules, and coordinates Army Energy Awareness Month/Week activities.
3. Develops and provides energy awareness training seminars for troop units and civilian personnel.
4. Coordinates and monitors energy program activities of troop units and civilian personnel.
5. Responds to requests or tasks from the Director of Public Works.
6. Collaborates with Recycling Center Manager to increase recycling efforts on Post.
7. Represents Fort Lewis at energy associations and activities.
8. Performs voluntary Energy Compliance Inspections upon request or as necessary for participation in energy incentive program.
9. Identifies, reviews, and makes recommendations to DPW Director in regards to energy efficiency projects on Post.

Commanders through company level are responsible for implementation of the installation energy program. Commanders may delegate inspection and enforcement duties, but must maintain overall responsibility for the energy program.
Commanders will:

1. Assure personnel are aware of the command energy program and their responsibilities to it.
2. Appoint Energy Conservation Officers (EOs) in accordance with Chapter 4 of this regulation.
3. Prepare an Energy Standing Operating Procedure (SOP) and provide a copy to each designated subordinate Energy Officer.

2-5. DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES (DPCA)

1. Incorporates energy management considerations and objectives in all morale support activities.
2. Implement energy conservation measures in all DPCA facilities.

2-6. DIRECTOR OF PLANS, TRAINING AND MOBILIZATION

1. In conjunction with the G3, makes recommendations to the Command Group on overall operational priorities for distribution and use of mobility fuels should reduced fuels availability occur.

2-7. I CORPS, G3

1. In conjunction with Directorate of Plans, Training and Mobilization, makes recommendations to the Command Group on overall operational priorities for distribution and use of mobility fuels should reduced fuels availability occur.
2. Includes guidance in appropriate training directives that will ensure that soldiers are trained-in and practice energy conservation during unit training and exercises.
3. Prepares all planning documents so that all energy and water management concepts presented in AR 11-27 is considered.

2-8. DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS (DOL)

1. Provides technical guidance on the conservation of petroleum fuels and lubricants.
2. Prepares planning documents so that energy and water management concept presented in AR 11-27 is considered as they relate to logistical support under adverse conditions.
3. Recommends mobility energy conservation measures for funding.
4. Assures that existing procurement methods provide for purchase of energy-efficient items on a life cycle, cost-effective basis.

2-9. DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (DRM)

1. Assures that existing energy and water management measures are included in performance work statements of the Commercial Activities Program.
2. Maintains coordination between the Energy Awareness Program and the Army Suggestion Program.

2-10. CIVILIAN PERSONNEL OFFICER (CPO)

1. Assists in securing training for civilians as it relates to energy management. And, as deemed necessary for mission accomplishment.

2-11. DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES (DHS)

1. Monitors the energy efficiency of medical tools, diagnostic equipment, and other specialty items.

2-12. DIRECTOR OF RESERVE COMPONENT SUPPORT (DRCS).

1. Monitors reserve components on energy conservation matters.
2. Ensures all occupants residing in and/or using DRCS-managed facilities in North Fort Lewis adhere to energy conservation measures.
3. Coordinates the winterization of DRCS-managed buildings in the fall and de-winterization in the spring.
4. Maintains general repairs and utility (R&U) and self-help maintenance on buildings to ensure necessary energy conservation measures are followed.

CHAPTER 3

DEFENSE ENERGY INFORMATION SYSTEM (DEIS)

3-1. PREPARATION OF REPORTS

DPW will prepare the monthly DEIS II report of facility fuel consumption, all related quarterly reports, and the annual factors data. DPW will prepare the monthly DEIS I report of mobility fuel consumption.

DPW will obtain necessary information from internal sources and utility company billings. DPW will receive feeder information from individual fuel accounts. Each fuel dispensing facility maintaining property book accountability will forward a copy of their DA Form 4702-R (Monthly Bulk Petroleum Accounting Summary) to DPW, ATTN: AFZH-DPW (Energy). Reports will reach DPW by the fourth of each month. Activities to submit a report include:

1. Yakima Training Center, Installation Property Book
2. 9^th Infantry Division (Motorized), Materiel Management Center
3. Gray Army Air Field
4. 29^th Signal Battalion
5. 80^th Ordnance Battalion
6. 864^th Engineer Battalion
7. 32^nd Air Defense Artillery
8. 152^nd Air Defense Artillery
9. DPW, Installation Supply and Services Division
10. DPW, Installation Transportation Division
11. DPW, Installation Maintenance Division
12. 9^th Finance Support Unit, Finance and Accounting Division (credit card transactions, not reported on DA Form 4702-R)
13. DPW, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Branch
14. DPW, O&M Branch (heating fuels transactions, not reported on DA Form 4702-R)

Individual energy monitors will be identified within units along with their responsibilities to provide an effective energy management program at all levels of command.

1. Commanders and staff activity directors will designate and appoint an Energy Officer (EO) and Energy Non-Commissioned Officer (ENCO) for each unit down to company and detachment level.
2. Chiefs of major operating activities, sub-installation commanders and USAR commanders will designate an individual as Energy Officer. Civilians may also be designated Energy Officer. Activities with fewer than fifteen assigned military personnel may waive the requirement for both an EO and an ENCO and may have only one or the other.
3. The name, rank/position, and duty telephone number of all EOs and ENCOs will be made available to DPW and they will act as Point of Contact (POC) for their unit activities.

Energy Officers and ENCOs act on behalf of the unit commander and should refer to this directive and AR 11-27, Army Energy Program, for responsibilities and guidance.

1. Unit SOP and Charge of Quarters (CQ) instructions will incorporate energy management procedures and checklists. A sample template of energy SOP is at Appendix C. Each EO will maintain his/her own SOP and that of the next higher headquarters. SOPs will include consolidation plans for use of facilities when the unit is not in garrison.
2. Energy Officers and ENCOs will assure that individual Building Energy Monitors (BEMs) are identified for each building or major living area.
3. Energy Officers and ENCOs will provide for energy inspection responsibilities within their units and will be the POC for the energy portion of command inspections. Appendix D can be used to plan and prepare for inspections.
4. Energy Officers and ENCOs will coordinate closely with their R&U teams to assure timely repairs are made in support of the energy program. Many items for action contained in the appendices will require support of the unit R&U team. Certain self-help projects initiated by the R&U teams under the Army Communities of Excellence (ACOE) program may also have energy saving benefits.
5. Energy awareness will be included as part of regular training activities and should be identified in the training schedule. The primary purpose of this training is the reduction of utility costs through adherence to this regulation. Assistance in planning and presenting energy topics may be obtained from the Installation Energy Coordinator, DPW 967-2837.
6. The recycling program is closely linked to energy conservation and energy program and should be included in comprehensive unit’s SOP. Efforts will be made to increase recycling activity on Post.

4-3. BUILDING ENERGY MONITORS (BEMs)

BEMs will be assigned for each building or living area (wing, floor, or quad). They will assist the EO and ENCO by being the building POC for proper use and setting of thermostats, heat control valves, electricity, water, and natural gas conservation. HFL Form 947 (Energy Conservation Monitor) will be used to display the BEM names in the appropriate area. HFL Form 947 is available through normal publication channels.

1. BEMs will spot check for energy efficient use of buildings by occupants during normal duty hours. Appendix D is provided as a BEM checklist.
2. BEMs will follow-up with corrective measures and notify the ENCO when assistance is needed in assuring that corrections are taken.
3. BEMs will meet with the EO and/or ENCO to discuss energy efficiency changes to building operations.

5-1 ENERGY POSTERS

1. All Department of Army and Federal Energy Management Program energy posters will be distributed to units upon request (when available). Posters will be used to promote and publicize the Energy Conservation program on Post.
2. Large, colored FEMP wall posters will be distributed in accordance with requirements identified in DA Form 12-04-E (Miscellaneous Administrative Publications and Posters). Units wishing to receive posters should verify their requirements are properly annotated on the DA Form 12-04-E.

A variety of informational brochures and pamphlets are available from the Energy Conservation Office and the Energy Coordinator. These include; wall posters, factsheets, energy and water conservation tips, building checklist, light switch reminders, energy awareness stickers which can be framed and/or mounted on walls, electrical equipment and light switches in accordance with unit standards.

Personnel from DPW will provide energy briefings and regularly scheduled classes as part of a unit-training program. Videos, films, and slide presentations are also available for unit use. They may be checked out from the Installation Energy Coordinator. Monthly BEM training classes will be made available to all EO, ENCOs and BEMs.

Energy Stickers will be distributed to all unit energy personnel. Unit energy personnel will display energy stickers in highly visible areas throughout their assigned buildings.

6-1. UNIT ENERGY INSPECTIONS

1. Each EO will establish an energy compliance inspection schedule. The purpose of energy inspections is to remind occupants that energy conservation is a part of their normal duty and to identify problem areas for further corrective action. BEMs and CQs may accomplish daily inspections during the performance of normal duties; however, EOs and ENCOs should schedule additional energy inspections.
2. All military and civilian personnel at Fort Lewis are to be watchful for energy and water waste (lights and electric equipment left on un-necessarily, windows and doors open during the heating season, leaky faucets, buildings that are too warm, etc). Corrections should be made immediately by notifying the user, operator, senior building occupant, or by submitting a work order to DPW.

6-2. DPW ENERGY INSPECTIONS

1. DPW repair, maintenance, and fire protection personnel will be watchful for cases of water, and energy waste during performance of their normal duties. They will bring any obvious energy violation to the attention of the user or operator for correction or will report such violations directly to the Installation Energy Manager/Coordinator, using HFL Form 945 (Energy Spot Check Report).
2. DPW, Master Planning Division, energy technicians and engineers will perform voluntary energy compliance inspections of Fort Lewis facilities. These inspections will be scheduled as assistance inspections at the request of unit EOs. DPW will also provide energy inspectors for command inspections in coordination with unit command.

6-3. VIOLATION REPORTING

1. Where feasible, small violations of this regulation (FL 11-1), at any level will be corrected immediately. Results of certain random checks by DPW personnel will be reported to the building occupant by memorandum through the chain of command, as will major violations. Repeated violations of this regulation will be reported to the command group.

 The proponent agency of this document is Headquarters, I Corps and Fort Lewis, Fort Lewis, Washington 98433-5000. Users are invited to send comments and suggested improvements on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms) directly-to DPW, ATTN: AFZH-DPW, Energy Section, Fort Lewis, WA 98433-5000.

(AFZH-DPW, 967-5237)

FOR THE COMMANDER:

OFFICIAL:

CHARLES C. CAMPBELL
Brigadier General, USA
Chief of Staff

ROBERT P. THOMAS
Chief, Info Svcs Spt Br

AR 11-27 (Army Energy Program)
AR 672-20 (Incentive Awards)
AR 420-10 (Management of Installation Department of Public Works)
AR 420-49 (Heating, Energy Selection and Fuel Storage, Distribution, and Dispensing Systems)
AR 420-90 (Fire Protection)
EO 12902 (Mandating Energy Efficiency & Water Conservation at Federal Facilities)
EPACT92 (Energy Policy Act of 1992)
FORSCOM/TRADOC Reg 11-14 (USAR Energy Conservation Program)
FL Reg 15-10 (Minor Construction Review)
FL Reg 210-5 (Fort Lewis Recycling Program)
FL Reg 420-4 (Self Help Building Maintenance and Repair and the U-DO-IT Self Help Program)
FL Reg 420-14 (Winterization Policies-and Procedures)
FL Reg 600-9 (Community Life Program)
DA Pamphlet 25-30 (Consolidated Index of Army Publications and Blank Forms)
DA Form 12-04-E (Miscellaneous Administrative Publications and Posters)
DA Form 1045 (Army Ideas for Excellence Program (AIEP) Proposal)
DA Form 2404 (Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet)
DA Form 2442 (Certificate of Achievement)
DA Form 4283 (Facilities Engineering Work Request)
DA Form 4702-R (Monthly Bulk Petroleum Accounting Summary)
TM 38-600 (Management of Administrative Use Motor Vehicles)
HFL Form 945 (Energy Spot Check Report)
HFL Form 947 (Energy Conservation Monitor) 

APPENDIX B

OUTLINE OF ENERGY STANDING OPERATING PROCEDURES

SUBJECT: (Unit) Energy Management Standard Operating Procedures

1. References

1. Fort Lewis Regulation 11-1 (Fort Lewis Energy Management Program).
2. Fort Lewis Regulation 420-4 (Self-Help Building, Building Maintenance and Repair and the U-DO-IT Self-Help Program).
3. Fort Lewis Regulation 420-14 (Winterization Policies and Procedures).
4. Fort Lewis Regulation 210-5 (Fort Lewis Recycling Program).

Identify the purpose and breadth of applicability, establishes procedures and responsibilities for energy and water management within UNIT. Applies to all assigned and attached personnel and all non-unit personnel utilizing UNIT facilities.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Commander: The commander is responsible for the implementation of the Fort Lewis energy program within the unit. (Include other responsibilities e.g., assign EO and ENCO, assure energy classes are included in unit training schedule, supervises overall program).
2. Energy Officer (EO): The EO is responsible for administration of the unit energy program. (List specific responsibilities and address how the EO implements the commander's program. To whom does he or she report? How often? And what types of inspections and meetings are held?)
3. Energy Non-commissioned Officer (ENCO): The ENCO implements the unit energy program under the guidance of the EO. (List responsibilities concerning inspections, posters and publications, checklists, CQ duties, R&U coordination, and training classes).
4. Building Energy Monitors (BEM): The BEM is assigned to a specific building or parts of a building for which they are the primary energy monitor and POC. (Explain their specific inspection and reporting responsibilities).
5. Individual Soldiers: Each soldier is responsible for energy and water management in his/her own living and working areas. (Identify individual responsibilities to comply with this SOP and how and to whom to report energy deficiencies and specific housekeeping responsibilities).

(State specific guidelines. For example: prohibition of supplemental heating appliances in troop living areas and use of non-tactical vehicles versus tactical vehicles. Include recycling, water management, training, R&U, and inspection policies).

Annexes may be added to show specific daily, quarterly, and CQ checklists; recycling program instructions; building monitor assignments; suggestion program procedures; or any other specific aspects of the unit energy program.

APPENDIX C

UNIT ENERGY PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS

1. ENERGY >PROGRAM

1. Maintain current written appointments for EOs, ENCOs, and BEMs.
2. Maintain a current unit energy program SOP and that of the next higher command.
3. Maintain a current copy of the following publications:

   Þ FL Reg 11-1
   Þ FL Reg 420-4
   Þ FL Reg 420-14
   Þ FL Reg 210-5

4. Maintain an active R&U and Self-help program that is responsive to the energy program. Both R&U personnel and BEMs should know to call DPW for emergency repair assistance when appropriate.
5. Implement and participate in Unit Recycling Program.
6. Participate in Unit Energy Incentive Program
7. Use appropriate information and posters as provided by DA and the Installation Energy Coordinator.
8. Ensure that administrative and work areas are consolidated to the maximum extent possible and ensure storage and unoccupied facilities are appropriately winterized.
9. Provide for consolidation of facilities as possible during non-duty hours and when away from garrison (e.g., in the field, training exercises)
10. Maintain written instructions to Staff Duty Officer, Staff Duty NCO and unit Charge of Quarters (CQ) for unit energy standards during non-duty hours. Ensure duty personnel are aware of and follow these instructions.
11. Provide for monthly, or at minimum, quarterly energy awareness training within the unit.

2. ELECTRICAL ENERGY PROGRAM

1. Monitor light use to ensure that only those lights necessary for proper illumination are used during daylight hours. Use task lighting wherever feasible in order to reduce common area lighting.
2. Ensure exterior and common use area lighting is kept at the minimal level necessary for safety and security and is turned off when not in use.
3. Repair and clean light fixtures.
4. Empty dryer lint traps after each load. Ensure all users are aware of this requirement and check dryer for compliance.
5. Turn off all lights, fans, ranges, appliances, etc., when they are not in use. All lights will be turned off upon leaving a room or area, regardless of duration.
6. Unplug refrigerated water dispensers when outside temperature is below 45° F.
7. DO NOT USE electrical space heaters unless specifically authorized in writing by DPW. This written authorization must be accessible.
8. Use proper extension cords; do not overload circuits.
9. Portable heaters, hot plates, toasters, etc. are prohibited in billeting quarters. Periodic checks will be made to ensure that these appliances are not used.

3. HEATING ENERGY PROGRAM

1. Post HFL Form 947 in each BEM's area of responsibility. BEMs will ensure that thermostats have not been tampered with or vandalized, and are set at a level that does not impact occupants comfort level.
2. Repair windows and doors in heated or mechanically cooled areas. Keep windows and doors closed in heated and mechanically cooled areas. If ventilation is needed, windows may be opened six inches and individual heating or cooling units in the area must be turned off.
3. Repair motor pool and hangar bay doors and keep them closed when bay is being heated (not required with infrared radiant heaters)
4. Educate building occupants on how to properly use existing radiator control valves, heat duct dampers, thermostats, etc.
5. Submit winterization forms HFL Form 72 for buildings that will be unoccupied for a long period of time.
6. Maximize unit Self-help and R&U capabilities to make the buildings as energy efficient as possible. Weather-strip and caulk windows and doors. Apply plastic sheeting on outside of single-glazed, wood frame windows on ground floor.

4. WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM

1. Inform all personnel of the need to conserve water. FEMP Posters are available for this purpose. Posters, water conservation factsheets, or any equivalent may be posted as needed in latrines, near faucets, in shower rooms and near vehicle wash facilities.
2. Follow lawn-watering schedules as published by the DPW. Ensure irrigation water is not wasted.
3. Check plumbing regularly and report leaks promptly. Replace missing basin stoppers. Keep hot water temperatures within temperatures prescribed at Appendix F.
4. Install low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators wherever possible (available at Self-help).
5. Ensure that hoses, nozzles, faucets, showerheads, etc. are in good condition. Repair or report leaks. Equip hoses with automatic turn-off valves whenever possible and keep valves in good repair.

1. Turnoff lights, electric motors, ranges, ovens, TVs, personal computers, stereos, and other electrical devices when not in use unless specifically instructed otherwise by the manufacturer.
2. Turn off all manually switched outside entrance lights and floodlights during daylight hours. Off-hours exterior lighting will be eliminated except when it is essential for safety purposes as required by AR 190-11. No Army requirement exists for exterior security or firelights over the doors of buildings (AR 11-27, Par 3-7c). Any exterior lighting on automatic switches that do not shut off in the daylight should immediately be reported to DPW at 967-3131.
3. Interior night-lights will be kept to an absolute minimum consistent with safety and will generally be limited to hallways and stairways.
4. During daylight hours, lights will be switched off in all unoccupied rooms as soon as the room is vacated. Even energy efficient fluorescent lighting will be switched off when the room is vacated, regardless of the expected duration of vacancy.
5. Energy Officers, ENCOs and BEMs should identify areas where many lights are controlled by a single switch and submit a DA 4283 (Facilities Engineering Work Request - XFA, XFB, XFC) to DPW to request rewire for individual/bank control of the lighting. When fluorescent lighting is to be reduced, call DPW, 967-3131, to have the fixture disconnected. Removing only the light tube, but not the ballast may create a fire hazard and does not totally eliminate energy consumption.
6. Maximum light levels will not exceed facility-installed capacity unless written permission is granted by DPW. The amount of light required above the maximum may be limited by the design capacity of the installed wiring.
7. Applying the following applicable standards of lighting intensities to existing lighting systems will reduce lighting. During work hours, overhead lighting will be limited to 50 foot-candles at workstations. 30 foot-candles in working areas, and 10 or less foot-candles in non-working areas.
8. When the detail of the work or workplace safety requires increased illumination, it will be accomplished by supplemental lighting.

1. Energy Officers, ENCOs and BEMs will assure that all buildings equipped with thermostats under their control are posted with maximum authorized thermostat settings. HFL Form 947 will be used for this purpose and will be posted adjacent to all thermostats.
2. Temperatures in occupied general office space will be maintained in the range of 68° - 72° F during working hours and not more than 55° F during non-working hours.
3. Temperatures in warehouses and similar active working spaces will be adjusted to 55° F or lower depending on occupancy and degree of activity in the facility area.
4. Warehouses will not be heated if personnel are not active in the area, and/or if freezing or condensation is not a problem.
5. Troop housing should be filled to capacity by combining troop elements whenever possible. Vacant building space will be winterized to reduce building heating requirements. Unit commanders and energy officers will request winterization during periods of vacancy and possible freezing weather. FL Reg 420-14 provides procedures for requesting building winterization and de-winterization.
6. Electric space heaters ARE NOT AUTHORIZED unless written waivers are granted by DPW.
7. Defective (too hot or too cold) heating systems will be reported immediately to the DPW, 967-3131.
8. When building heating systems are activated, windows will be kept closed. Heat will be turned off in rooms with windows opened, and all windows in unoccupied areas will be closed.

1. Turn off all faucets when not in use.
2. Report all leaky faucets promptly to the BEM, R&U Team, or DPW, 967-3131, as appropriate.
3. Replace missing sink stoppers. Their absence encourages water waste.
4. Wash and rinse clothes in cold water.
5. Do not allow water faucets to run continuously during tooth brushing, shaving, hand dishwashing, or similar activity.
6. Hot water temperatures for general domestic uses, administrative areas, or general cleaning will not exceed 110° F. Industrial and manufacturing processes, and medical and food handling operations will adhere to applicable regulations for hot water temperature settings.
7. Hot water temperatures in mess halls will not exceed 140° F unless the dishwasher has no hot water booster.
8. Hot water will not be used to hose down floors, garbage cans, vehicles, paved areas by mess hall kitchens, etc.
9. Low flow showerheads and faucet aerators will be installed wherever possible.
10. Wash rack operations will be closely supervised to prevent the excessive use of water. Automatic shut-off nozzles on wash rack hoses are required. Fire hydrants will not be used for washing vehicles at any time. Hot water will not be used to clean or wash vehicles, except when required prior to certain painting or maintenance procedures.
11. Shower facilities are not generally authorized in administrative areas but in billets and recreation areas only. If shower facilities are desired in administrative areas, a request by memorandum will be made to the DPW Energy Section. All showerheads will be of the "flow restrictive" type, not to exceed 2.5 gallons per minute.
12. Sinks, toilets, urinals, etc., that are not needed temporarily due to field training or low barracks population will be shut-off. See precautions in FL Reg 420-14.

Family housing occupants consume about 1/4 of the building energy used at Fort Lewis. This accounts for about 1/3 of the total energy costs on Post. This makes each member of our family housing community an important part of the Fort Lewis Energy Program. These guidelines are provided to assist housing occupants in saving our valuable energy and water resources.

1. Frequent changes in thermostat settings waste energy. The best operating efficiency for living areas is a MAXIMUM of 72° F during occupancy and 55° F when unoccupied for more than three hours or when sleeping. Any settings lower than these may be used as long as health standards are not jeopardized.
2. Ovens or electric heaters are not to be used to supplement the heating systems. They create a fire danger and will substantially increase electrical consumption. Any suspected malfunctions of thermostats or furnaces should be immediately reported to DPW, 967-3131.
3. Keep windows and doors shut when the heat is on; be sure to close drapes and blinds during cool evenings and nights.
4. Install weather-stripping around doors and windows and plastic on outside of windows to provide an additional insulating layer.
5. Change or clean furnace filters every month. Do not obstruct cold air registers or cold air intakes to furnace.
6. Be sure the fireplace flue is closed when there is no fire in the firebox.
7. Keep children from running in and out of doors unnecessarily. Fuel bills usually increase by three percent for each child in the home.
8. Turn off outdoor lighting in the daytime. Use outdoor lights at night only as needed for safety or security.
9. Turn off lights in unoccupied areas.
10. Run the dishwasher only when it has a full load of dishes. Washing a full load is more efficient than washing several small loads.
11. Do not leave water running while washing or rinsing dishes, shaving, brushing teeth, or similar activities.
12. Wash laundry in cold water whenever possible and always rinse in cold water.
13. Adhere to published lawn watering schedules.
14. Take showers instead of baths. This saves both water and the energy (electricity or natural gas) to heat the water. If you bathe, keep the depth of the water to a minimum.
15. If you have leaky faucets, call housing maintenance for assistance ###-####.
16. Use cookware that most nearly fits the surface unit on the electric ranges. Flat bottom pans cook more efficiently; they allow the heat to go directly into the pan. Do not open oven doors unnecessarily when baking, use a timer to approximate cooking times. The oven loses 20% of its heat every time the door is opened.
17. Make sure your refrigerator and freezer is airtight. Test them with a piece of paper shut partially in the door. It the paper is easy to pull out, you are wasting cold air and the gaskets should be replaced. Call All-Star Maintenance to request necessary repairs.
18. Area Coordinators will identify utility and watering schedule abuses by frequent inspections and through encouragement of community involvement. All housing area occupants are expected to fully support this program. Recommendations for energy conservation are encouraged and can be submitted through the Army Suggestion Program on DA Form 1045 (Army Ideas for Excellence Program Proposal) or to DPW, Energy Section 967-5237.
19. DPW monitors heating oil and natural gas consumption in family quarters. Residents who consume a significant percentage more than similar quarters will receive a notice of over-consumption. Repeat notices will be routed through the sponsor's chain of command. This information is available to community Mayors and also serves as the basis for evaluation to determine the most energy efficient housing area every three months.

1. All Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (Billeting) Management Branch personnel and occupants share in the responsibility to save energy, conserve water and stop waste of electricity, heating oil, natural gas, and water used in billeting quarters. Only individual awareness and prompt action will reduce energy consumption to provide a cleaner and more stable environment in the future. The following guidelines are established to prevent energy and water waste.

1. Custodial personnel will turn off all outside lights during daylight hours.
2. All hallway, room, lounge, and kitchen lights will be turned off when not in use, except for that necessary for safety.
3. Refrigerators will be disconnected when rooms are vacant for extended periods.
4. Windows and doors will be kept closed during the heating season.
5. Occupants will turn off heat in individual rooms before opening windows.
6. User should clean dryer filters after each use to prevent fire hazard and to conserve energy.
7. During the heating season, thermostats will be set at 68° -72° F

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