Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management Flashcards

What is an 'Americans with Disabilities Act' (ADA) transition plan for a commercial building?

Answer: A schedule for bringing a building into compliance with ADA accessibility requirements over time

An ADA transition plan identifies ADA accessibility barriers in existing buildings and establishes a prioritized schedule and timeline for making required modifications.

What is 'general liability insurance' required to cover in commercial building operations?

Answer: Bodily injury and property damage claims from third parties occurring on the property

General liability insurance covers the building owner's legal liability for third-party bodily injury and property damage claims occurring on the property due to negligence.

What is 'asbestos-containing material' (ACM) management required under OSHA's asbestos standard for building owners?

Answer: Assessing ACM condition, training staff, and following safe work practices when ACM may be disturbed

OSHA requires building owners to assess ACM condition, train workers about asbestos, implement an operations and maintenance (O&M) program, and follow safe work practices when work may disturb ACM.

What is a 'CPSP' (Certified Protection Professional) credential relevant to in commercial real estate security?

Answer: Professional security management for protecting building assets, people, and information

The CPP credential from ASIS International certifies professionals in security management, applicable to commercial building security program development and management.

What is 'Legionella' risk management in commercial building water systems?

Answer: Preventing and controlling growth of Legionella bacteria in water systems through a Water Management Plan

Legionella risk management involves implementing a Water Management Plan (per ASHRAE 188) to control bacterial growth in cooling towers, domestic hot water systems, and decorative fountains.

Under the Clean Air Act, what does 'Section 608' require of commercial building operators regarding refrigerants?

Answer: Proper handling, recovery, and recycling of refrigerants to prevent release into the atmosphere

Section 608 prohibits knowingly venting refrigerants and requires technicians to recover refrigerants during service, using certified equipment, to prevent release of ozone-depleting and greenhouse gases.