Facilities, Security & Emergency Management Flashcards

What is an 'Americans with Disabilities Act' (ADA) compliance audit for a courthouse?

Answer: An assessment of whether the courthouse's physical facilities and services are accessible to people with disabilities

An ADA audit checks ramps, elevators, signage, restrooms, courtroom layouts, and communication accessibility for compliance.

What type of plan addresses how a court will respond to an active threat inside the courthouse?

Answer: Active threat or lockdown response plan, often developed with law enforcement

Active threat response plans outline lockdown procedures, law enforcement coordination, communication protocols, and evacuation routes.

What is a 'preventive maintenance program' for courthouse facilities?

Answer: A scheduled program of regular inspections and repairs to keep building systems functioning and prevent costly failures

Preventive maintenance catches problems early through routine inspections, extending building life and reducing expensive emergency repairs.

What is the purpose of a 'continuity of operations plan' (COOP) for a court?

Answer: To ensure the court can maintain essential functions during and after a major disruption such as a natural disaster

A COOP identifies essential functions, alternate work sites, and succession of authority to keep courts operating during emergencies.

What does 'space utilization analysis' help court administrators determine?

Answer: Whether existing courthouse space is being used efficiently and where expansions or reconfigurations are needed

Space utilization studies identify underused areas, overcrowded facilities, and opportunities to better allocate limited courthouse space.

When a courthouse requires a capital improvement project, what is the court administrator's typical first step?

Answer: Conduct a needs assessment and develop a detailed project scope, timeline, and budget estimate

A needs assessment defines the problem, scope, and cost before seeking approval or funding, preventing costly scope changes during construction.