CPRP Park and Facility Operations 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which OSHA standard most directly governs lockout/tagout procedures when servicing park maintenance equipment?
- 29 CFR 1910.147 (Correct answer)
- 29 CFR 1910.132
- 29 CFR 1910.37
- 29 CFR 1926.501
Correct answer: 29 CFR 1910.147
29 CFR 1910.147 (Control of Hazardous Energy) requires lockout/tagout procedures to prevent unexpected energization of equipment during servicing.
Question 2: A park manager discovers a playground swing has a broken S-hook. Under CPSC guidelines, the correct immediate action is to:
- Post a warning sign and schedule repair within 30 days
- Remove the swing from service immediately until repaired (Correct answer)
- Allow continued use with adult supervision only
- Apply temporary wire to hold the hook until parts arrive
Correct answer: Remove the swing from service immediately until repaired
CPSC guidelines require removing hazardous equipment from service immediately to prevent injury, not simply posting warnings.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in park operations?
- Automate payroll for seasonal staff
- Track work orders, asset history, and preventive maintenance schedules (Correct answer)
- Generate visitor satisfaction surveys
- Monitor park revenue and fee collection
Correct answer: Track work orders, asset history, and preventive maintenance schedules
A CMMS centralizes tracking of work orders, asset life cycles, and scheduled preventive maintenance to optimize operational efficiency.
Question 4: When calculating the Level of Service (LOS) for a park system, which metric is most commonly used?
- Number of full-time employees per park
- Acres of parkland per 1,000 residents (Correct answer)
- Annual maintenance budget per visitor
- Number of programs offered per season
Correct answer: Acres of parkland per 1,000 residents
LOS in park planning is typically expressed as acres of parkland per 1,000 residents to benchmark adequacy of green space.
Question 5: Which tree risk assessment method, commonly used in park management, categorizes trees into Low, Moderate, High, and Extreme risk ratings?
- ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) (Correct answer)
- ANSI Z133 Assessment Protocol
- USDA Forest Service Urban Tree Assessment
- ASTM F1292 Tree Evaluation Standard
Correct answer: ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
The ISA TRAQ method provides a standardized framework with four risk ratings widely adopted by park professionals for managing tree hazards.
Question 6: A park facility's restroom is found to have water pressure that exceeds 80 psi. According to the International Plumbing Code, the recommended corrective action is to:
- Replace all fixtures with high-pressure-rated models
- Install a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) on the supply line (Correct answer)
- Reduce water usage schedules during peak hours
- File a variance request with the local water authority
Correct answer: Install a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) on the supply line
The International Plumbing Code recommends installing a PRV when supply pressure exceeds 80 psi to protect fixtures and prevent leaks.
Question 7: Which document establishes the minimum accessibility requirements for park facilities under federal law?
- NRPA Park Standards Manual
- ADA Standards for Accessible Design (Correct answer)
- CPSC Handbook for Public Playground Safety
- AASHTO Green Book for Recreational Paths
Correct answer: ADA Standards for Accessible Design
The ADA Standards for Accessible Design set the federal minimum requirements for accessible routes, facilities, and amenities in parks.
CPRP Park and Facility Operations 4
Which OSHA standard most directly governs lockout/tagout procedures when servicing park maintenance equipment?