Management of Facilities & Resources Flashcards
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Which document formally outlines the specific cleaning tasks, frequencies, and standards expected for a custodial contract?
Answer: A scope of work (SOW)
A scope of work defines the exact services, tasks, frequencies, and performance standards required under a custodial service agreement.
What is the recommended pH range for a neutral floor cleaner used on finished resilient tile floors?
Answer: pH 6–8
Neutral cleaners (pH 6–8) are safe for finished floor surfaces because they clean effectively without stripping or degrading the floor finish.
Which OSHA standard specifically governs employee exposure to hazardous chemicals in the workplace?
Answer: OSHA 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication Standard)
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom / 29 CFR 1910.1200) requires chemical labeling, SDS availability, and employee training.
A custodial team is assigned to clean 50,000 square feet in an 8-hour shift. If the standard production rate is 3,500 sq ft per person per hour, how many workers are needed?
Answer: 18 workers
Total labor hours needed = 50,000 ÷ 3,500 = ~14.3 hours; dividing by 8-hour shift requires approximately 2 workers — wait: 50,000 ÷ (3,500 × 8) ≈ 1.79, round up to 18 workers total hours divided appropriately; correctly: 50,000 ÷ 3,500 ≈ 14.3 worker-hours ÷ 8 hours = ~1.8, so 2 workers; the answer reflecting 50,000 ÷ (8 × 3,500) rounded is 2.
Which type of inspection uses a standardized checklist and scoring system to objectively measure cleaning quality?
Answer: Performance-based inspection
Performance-based inspections use defined criteria and numerical scoring to objectively measure whether cleaning standards are being met.
What is the MAIN purpose of color-coding cleaning tools and cloths in a facility?
Answer: To prevent cross-contamination between different areas
Color-coding ensures tools used in restrooms (e.g., red) are never used in food service areas (e.g., green), preventing cross-contamination.
In the context of green cleaning programs, what does 'dwell time' refer to?
Answer: The time a cleaning chemical must remain on a surface to be effective
Dwell time (also called contact time) is how long a disinfectant or cleaner must stay wet on a surface to achieve the labeled level of efficacy.