Facility Management & Sustainability Flashcards
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What is 'integrated pest management' (IPM) in commercial building operations?
Answer: A comprehensive approach combining prevention, monitoring, and targeted treatment to control pests with minimal chemicals
IPM is a holistic strategy that combines preventive measures, habitat modification, monitoring, and targeted treatments to manage pests with minimal environmental impact.
What is the purpose of a 'roof condition assessment' in facility management?
Answer: To evaluate roof condition, remaining useful life, and maintenance needs to prioritize capital planning
A roof condition assessment evaluates the roof membrane, drainage, flashing, and penetrations to determine condition, estimate remaining life, and plan maintenance or replacement.
In commercial building management, what does 'ASHRAE Standard 62.1' govern?
Answer: Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality in commercial buildings
ASHRAE Standard 62.1 specifies minimum ventilation rates and indoor air quality requirements for commercial and institutional buildings.
What does a 'property condition assessment' (PCA) typically evaluate?
Answer: Physical condition of all major building systems and components to identify immediate and long-term repair needs
A PCA evaluates the physical condition of the building structure, envelope, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and plumbing to identify deficiencies and estimate repair costs.
What is 'embodied carbon' in the context of sustainable building management?
Answer: GHG emissions associated with materials and construction processes throughout a building's lifecycle
Embodied carbon refers to GHG emissions from extracting, manufacturing, transporting, and installing building materials, as well as end-of-life disposal.
Under OSHA regulations, what is required in a commercial building's 'Hazard Communication' program?
Answer: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labeling of hazardous chemicals, and employee training on chemical hazards
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) requires maintaining Safety Data Sheets, properly labeling hazardous chemicals, and training employees who may be exposed.
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