CMI Management of Facilities & Resources 4

Question 1

Which document formally outlines the specific cleaning tasks, frequencies, and standards expected for a custodial contract?

Accepted Answer

A scope of work (SOW)

Answer

A scope of work defines the exact services, tasks, frequencies, and performance standards required under a custodial service agreement.

Question 2

What is the recommended pH range for a neutral floor cleaner used on finished resilient tile floors?

Accepted Answer

pH 6–8

Answer

Neutral cleaners (pH 6–8) are safe for finished floor surfaces because they clean effectively without stripping or degrading the floor finish.

Question 3

Which OSHA standard specifically governs employee exposure to hazardous chemicals in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

OSHA 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication Standard)

Answer

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom / 29 CFR 1910.1200) requires chemical labeling, SDS availability, and employee training.

Question 4

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?

Accepted Answer

18 workers

Answer

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.

Question 5

Which type of inspection uses a standardized checklist and scoring system to objectively measure cleaning quality?

Accepted Answer

Performance-based inspection

Answer

Performance-based inspections use defined criteria and numerical scoring to objectively measure whether cleaning standards are being met.

(CMI) Certified Custodial Technician Practice Test

(CMI) Certified Custodial Technician Practice Test

CMI Management of Facilities & Resources 4