WALMART MAINTENANCE Building Systems

Question 1

What is the purpose of a building's fire suppression system?

Accepted Answer

To automatically detect and suppress fires, protecting occupants, inventory, and the structure

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To provide drinking water during emergencies

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To cool the building during summer

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To clean the floors

Question 2

What does an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protect against?

Accepted Answer

Power outages and electrical fluctuations that could damage sensitive equipment or cause data loss

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Flooding

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Physical security threats

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HVAC failures

Question 3

What is a dock leveler and what maintenance does it require?

Accepted Answer

A platform at loading docks that bridges the gap between the dock and the truck, requiring regular inspection of hydraulic systems, hinges, and lip

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A device for measuring water levels

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A tool for leveling shelves

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A water drainage system

Question 4

What is the purpose of a catch basin in a parking lot?

Accepted Answer

To collect stormwater runoff and filter debris before it enters the storm drain system

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To catch shopping carts

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To catch vehicles

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To store emergency supplies

Question 5

What is the maintenance requirement for ADA-compliant features in a retail store?

Accepted Answer

Regular inspection and maintenance of accessible routes, ramps, door hardware, signage, and restroom features

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ADA features do not require maintenance

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Only inspection when someone complains

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Annual inspection by the government

Question 6

What is the function of a building's BAS (Building Automation System)?

Accepted Answer

Integrating and automating control of HVAC, lighting, energy management, and monitoring systems

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Automating product pricing

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Automating employee scheduling

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Processing customer orders