QUIZ: Bright Ideas from Buildings.com

1) To identify concealed moisture in a roofing system and prevent damage, a great method\tool is*
- A. infrared technology.
- B. a humidor.
- C. visual inspection of logical problem areas.
- D. a data logger.
2) For outside lighting, what is the expected bulb life of induction light versus high-pressure sodium?*
- A. 100,000 versus 50,000-60,000 hours
- B. 50,000 versus 25,000 hours
- C. 100,000 versus 25,000-30,000 hours
- D. 50,000 versus 100,000 hours
3) To clean automatic proximity-sensing faucets, one cost-saving method that doesn’t abrade\damage the sensor window is*
- A. pre-coating the window with clear nail polish.
- B. a car headlight cleaning kit.
- C. rubbing alcohol.
- D. Bon Ami cleanser.
4) The most effective method of training a diverse staff is to*
- A. demonstrate correct techniques a minimum of three times.
- B. produce a clear, concise manual of technique for each person to study.
- C. engage staff in a “look-see-do” training.
- D. show the staff a well-produced training video.
5) As days get warmer, using a BAS and staggered scheduling can*
- A. cause a hiccup in normal operations.
- B. lower electricity demand and energy consumption.
- C. allow pre-cooling of a facility, which means less work for the chiller.
- D. B & C
6) If practical for your facility’s location, a system of rainwater capture and use can*
- A. minimize potable water use.
- B. reduce water costs.
- C. result in LEED credit points.
- D. all of the above
7) Occupancy sensors are convenient because*
- A. installation is easy, since they fit into existing switch boxes.
- B. they operate locally so don’t need control monitoring.
- C. they let management keep tabs on whether an employee is actually in an office.
- D. A & B
8) The article mentions that Hines came up with a scoring system to encourage tenant participation in improving energy efficiency. What was the credit system’s symbol?*
- A. a leaf
- B. a bulb
- C. a tree
- D. a star
9) In the article, Cobleskill Regional Hospital instituted a “troubleshooter” program to streamline maintenance efforts. What was a key ingredient of their success?*
- A. They ignored occupant complaints and surveyed facility conditions themselves.
- B. They turned off lights whenever they saw an empty room.
- C. They placed clipboards at strategic points in the hospital.
- D. They ensured easy access to efficient bulbs so that replacement was prompt.
10) True or false: In a building connected to an associated garage, the garage exhaust fan system can pull conditioned air out of the building, but the reverse (garage air into building conditioned air) cannot happen.*
- A. Engage occupants.
- B. Be open-minded in your approach to savings.
- C. Utilize new technologies.
- D. all of the above
11) BONUS Question: What topics are you interested in reading about in future issues of the BOC Bulletin? Check your top 3 picks.
- Practical alternative energy sources
- Projects BOC graduates are doing in their buildings
- Technical updates in lighting
- Technical updates in HVAC systems
- Technical updates in building controls
- Technical updates for water conservation
- Industry trends in facilities management
12) BONUS Question: What do you consider to be the most helpful resources for information about building operation and maintenance technologies and practices? (e.g., websites, magazines, associations, vendors, etc.) List your two favorite resources.
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