FMP Facility Operations

Question 1

What is preventive maintenance in facility management?

Accepted Answer

Scheduled maintenance performed to prevent equipment failure before it occurs

Answer

Fixing equipment after it breaks

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Emergency repairs only

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Replacing all equipment annually

Question 2

What is a Building Management System (BMS)?

Accepted Answer

Computer-based system that monitors and controls building mechanical and electrical equipment

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A manual maintenance log

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An architectural design tool

Answer

A security camera system only

Question 3

What is the purpose of a facility condition assessment?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate the physical condition of building systems and identify maintenance needs

Answer

To count building occupants

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To measure square footage only

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To assess property taxes

Question 4

What is space utilization in facility management?

Accepted Answer

Measuring how effectively available space is being used for its intended purpose

Answer

Total square footage of a building

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The cost per square foot

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The number of rooms

Question 5

What is an energy audit?

Accepted Answer

Systematic analysis of energy flows to identify opportunities for reducing consumption

Answer

Checking electricity bills

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Reading utility meters

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Turning off lights

Question 6

What is lifecycle cost analysis in facility management?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating total cost of ownership including acquisition, operation, maintenance, and disposal

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Only the purchase price

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Annual operating costs only

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Monthly utility costs