Scorecard selection
Choose the correct Fitwel scorecard for the asset type, use case and certification objective.
Fitwel Certification
Evidence-based strategies for healthier places and occupant wellbeing.
Service overview
What is Fitwel Certification?
Fitwel Certification is a health-focused building standard that encourages practical strategies to support occupant wellness, active lifestyles, accessibility and healthier everyday environments. It fits existing buildings, workplaces, residential projects and portfolios seeking a flexible wellness framework. INDEX helps review site conditions, identify relevant strategies, coordinate evidence and guide implementation in line with Fitwel criteria.
Service scope
How we support the project
Practical consulting workstreams that help owners, designers and operators move from target setting to usable evidence.
Gap assessment
Review site, building, operations and user experience against available strategies.
Health-promoting strategies
Prioritize active design, access, amenities, safety, food and wellbeing actions that fit the asset.
Evidence organization
Collect policies, photos, drawings, operating records and communications required by the selected strategies.
Improvement roadmap
Turn gaps into a practical roadmap that can be delivered with planned maintenance or tenant engagement.
Checklist
What to prepare before we begin
Early project information helps the team confirm feasibility, focus the right strategies and reduce rework during documentation.
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Site context and access
Location, transit, walkability, amenities and open space data shape the scorecard review.
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Floor plans and shared-space data
Plans, circulation, stairs, common areas and amenity locations support many strategies.
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Operating policies
Cleaning, emergency, food, smoking, maintenance and occupant policies may be required evidence.
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Photos and installed conditions
Photo evidence helps confirm existing conditions and implemented health strategies.
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Tenant or user engagement data
User profiles, communication channels and engagement plans help prioritize practical improvements.
FAQ
Common questions
What does Fitwel measure?
Fitwel reviews site, building and operational strategies that can support occupant health, physical activity, access to amenities, safety and social wellbeing.
Is Fitwel suitable for existing buildings?
Yes. Fitwel is often practical for existing assets because many strategies can be supported by policies, operations, signage, amenities and targeted improvements.
How is Fitwel different from WELL?
Both address health and wellbeing, but Fitwel is commonly approached through scorecard strategies and practical evidence for the selected asset type, while WELL often includes broader feature requirements and performance verification.
What data is needed to start Fitwel?
Share asset type, site context, floor plans, amenities, operating policies, user profile, photos and any health or ESG objectives.
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