What happens during a Performance Verification site visit?

• A. Scheduling tasks
• B. A site visit where a WELL Assessor conducts performance tests, visual inspections, and spot-checks, and also includes follow-up analysis of collected data and samples.
• C. Architectural drawing review only
• D. Only a financial audit

Answer: (B)

Performance Verification on-site activity centers on confirming that the building’s features actually perform as intended in operation, not just in design intent. During the visit, a WELL Assessor conducts hands-on checks to verify performance, including on-site tests of installed systems, visual inspections of features, and spot-checks of how things are functioning in real use. Data collection is part of this process—measurements, observations, and any necessary samples are gathered to support assessment of performance against the WELL criteria. After the visit, the assessor analyzes the collected data and samples to determine compliance and identify any needed follow-up actions or corrective steps. This combination of testing, inspection, and subsequent data review is what makes the Performance Verification visit distinct from planning tasks, drawing reviews, or financial audits.