Facility Operations Management Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in venue operations?
Answer: Schedule, track, and document maintenance activities and asset history
A CMMS centralizes maintenance scheduling, work order tracking, and equipment history to maximize asset uptime and reduce reactive repairs.
Which type of maintenance strategy involves replacing components based on manufacturer-recommended intervals regardless of current condition?
Answer: Preventive maintenance
Preventive maintenance follows scheduled intervals (time or usage-based) to service equipment before failure occurs, as recommended by manufacturers.
A venue's HVAC system is consuming 30% more energy than baseline. What is the FIRST step a facility manager should take?
Answer: Conduct an energy audit to identify inefficiencies
An energy audit identifies specific causes of overconsumption before committing to costly equipment replacements or operational changes.
Under ADA guidelines, what minimum clear floor space is required at an accessible route turning area (T-turn)?
Answer: 60 inches × 60 inches
ADA Standards require a 60-inch × 60-inch turning space to allow a wheelchair to complete a full 180-degree turn.
Which document formally authorizes a contractor to perform work inside a venue and outlines scope, liability, and safety requirements?
Answer: Contractor agreement / scope of work
A contractor agreement or scope-of-work document legally defines responsibilities, safety protocols, and liability before any third-party work begins.
A venue manager notices water stains on ceiling tiles after a heavy rainstorm. Which building system should be inspected FIRST?
Answer: Roof membrane and drainage system
Ceiling stains following rain indicate roof membrane failure or clogged roof drains, which are the most direct cause of storm-related water intrusion.
What does 'deferred maintenance' refer to in venue facility management?
Answer: Repairs postponed due to budget constraints or prioritization decisions
Deferred maintenance consists of necessary upkeep that has been intentionally postponed, often increasing long-term repair costs and liability risk.