CVE Facility Operations Management 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in venue operations?

Accepted Answer

Schedule, track, and document maintenance activities and asset history

Answer

A CMMS centralizes maintenance scheduling, work order tracking, and equipment history to maximize asset uptime and reduce reactive repairs.

Question 2

Which type of maintenance strategy involves replacing components based on manufacturer-recommended intervals regardless of current condition?

Accepted Answer

Preventive maintenance

Answer

Preventive maintenance follows scheduled intervals (time or usage-based) to service equipment before failure occurs, as recommended by manufacturers.

Question 3

A venue's HVAC system is consuming 30% more energy than baseline. What is the FIRST step a facility manager should take?

Accepted Answer

Conduct an energy audit to identify inefficiencies

Answer

An energy audit identifies specific causes of overconsumption before committing to costly equipment replacements or operational changes.

Question 4

Under ADA guidelines, what minimum clear floor space is required at an accessible route turning area (T-turn)?

Accepted Answer

60 inches × 60 inches

Answer

ADA Standards require a 60-inch × 60-inch turning space to allow a wheelchair to complete a full 180-degree turn.

Question 5

Which document formally authorizes a contractor to perform work inside a venue and outlines scope, liability, and safety requirements?

Accepted Answer

Contractor agreement / scope of work

Answer

A contractor agreement or scope-of-work document legally defines responsibilities, safety protocols, and liability before any third-party work begins.

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CVE Facility Operations Management 2