CHFM CHFM - Certified Healthcare Facility Manager Energy Management and Sustainability Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which sustainability certification program is most widely used for evaluating the green performance of healthcare facility construction projects in the US?

Accepted Answer

LEED

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BREEAM

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WELL Building Standard

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Green Globes

Question 2

What is the primary goal of an energy audit conducted in a healthcare facility?

Accepted Answer

To identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and costs

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To determine if the facility qualifies for tax credits

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To satisfy OSHA inspection requirements

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To evaluate staff compliance with energy policies

Question 3

Retro-commissioning (RCx) in a healthcare facility is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Optimizing existing building systems to meet current operational needs

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Installing new high-efficiency equipment to replace old systems

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Commissioning a newly constructed building before occupancy

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Conducting a safety inspection of all mechanical systems

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a 'green power' procurement strategy for a hospital?

Accepted Answer

Purchasing renewable energy certificates (RECs) or signing a power purchase agreement (PPA)

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Installing on-site natural gas generators

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Switching from electricity to propane for heating

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Reducing overall electricity consumption by 10%

Question 5

Water use intensity (WUI) in healthcare facilities is typically measured in:

Accepted Answer

Gallons per square foot per year

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Gallons per patient day

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Cubic feet per square foot

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Liters per bed per year

Question 6

A hospital installs occupancy sensors in administrative offices to control lighting. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Lighting controls for energy conservation

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Demand response

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Energy load shifting

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Power factor correction