CHFM Study Guide 2026
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CHFM exam key facts
- The CHFM exam has 110 multiple-choice questions, of which 100 are scored. Source
- Candidates have 2 hours to complete the CHFM exam. Source
- The CHFM exam costs $275 for ASHE members and $425 for non-members. Source
- There is no limit on CHFM exam retakes, but each retake needs a new application and the full exam fee. Source
- CHFM certification is valid for three years. Source
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✍️ Sample CHFM Questions & Answers
1. Under the Joint Commission Environment of Care standards, which document describes the facility's plan for managing medical equipment?
The Medical Equipment Management Plan outlines how the facility selects, inspects, tests, and maintains medical equipment.
2. In a variable air volume (VAV) HVAC system, what controls the amount of air delivered to each zone?
A VAV terminal unit uses a modulating damper that adjusts based on zone thermostat demand, varying the airflow to each zone independently while the main air handling unit maintains a constant supply air temperature.
3. Which federal law requires healthcare facilities to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires covered employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.
4. What is the primary purpose of a preventive maintenance (PM) program in a healthcare facility?
A PM program schedules regular maintenance activities before failures occur, improving reliability, extending equipment life, reducing emergency repairs, and maintaining regulatory compliance with NFPA and TJC requirements.
5. What does the term 'interim life safety measures' (ILSMs) specifically address in healthcare facility management?
ILSMs are equivalent fire safety actions taken to compensate for increased fire risk when NFPA 101 requirements are temporarily not met, such as during construction that creates gaps in smoke barriers or disables fire suppression systems.
6. What is the minimum number of drills required annually per shift for fire response in a hospital under Joint Commission standards?
Joint Commission requires at least one fire drill per shift per year in hospitals, though more frequent drills may be required by state regulations.
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