Park and Facility Operations Flashcards

What is the primary purpose of a preventive maintenance program for park facilities?

Answer: To identify and address potential problems before they become costly failures

Preventive maintenance involves regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance tasks that identify and address issues before they lead to equipment failure or safety hazards.

Which standard provides guidelines for playground equipment safety and installation?

Answer: ASTM F1487

ASTM F1487 is the standard consumer safety specification for playground equipment for public use, covering design, construction, and installation requirements.

What is the recommended depth of safety surfacing under playground equipment?

Answer: It depends on the fall height of the equipment

Required safety surfacing depth varies based on the height of the highest play component, with taller equipment requiring deeper surfacing to absorb impact.

Which system uses work orders to track the status of maintenance tasks and assignments?

Answer: Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

A CMMS tracks maintenance requests, work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, equipment history, and inventory in an integrated software system.

What is an operations manual used for in facility management?

Answer: To document standard procedures, policies, and guidelines for facility operations

An operations manual documents standard operating procedures, policies, emergency protocols, and guidelines that staff must follow when operating a facility.

Which environmental certification recognizes sustainable building design and operations?

Answer: LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

LEED is the most widely used green building rating system, certifying buildings that meet standards for energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainable site development.