SFP Managing Sustainable Facilities 3

Question 1

Which greenhouse gas has the highest 100-year global warming potential (GWP) among common refrigerants?

Accepted Answer

SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride)

Answer

SF6 has a GWP of approximately 23,500 over 100 years, far exceeding common refrigerants and CO2.

Question 2

A facility manager implements a commissioning (Cx) process on an existing building. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Retrocommissioning to optimize existing systems for current needs

Answer

Commissioning applied to an existing building is called retrocommissioning (RCx), aimed at improving operational performance of installed systems.

Question 3

What does the term 'embodied carbon' refer to in the context of sustainable facilities?

Accepted Answer

GHG emissions from materials extraction, manufacturing, transport, and construction

Answer

Embodied carbon encompasses all lifecycle GHG emissions tied to materials and construction processes, excluding operational energy use.

Question 4

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom 2012), Safety Data Sheets must follow which format?

Accepted Answer

GHS 16-section format

Answer

HazCom 2012 aligns with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), requiring a standardized 16-section SDS format.

Question 5

A facility manager wants to reduce urban heat island effect around a building. Which strategy is MOST effective for paved areas?

Accepted Answer

High-albedo/reflective pavement materials

Answer

High-albedo (reflective) pavements absorb less solar radiation and re-emit less heat, directly reducing the urban heat island effect.

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