CFM CFM - Certified Facility Manager Environmental Stewardship 2

Question 1

What does a carbon footprint measure in the context of facility management?

Accepted Answer

The total greenhouse gas emissions generated by facility operations, expressed in CO2 equivalents

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The total square footage of the facility

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The amount of carbon-based fuels purchased annually

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The number of LEED points earned by the building

Question 2

Which of the following is a direct benefit of implementing a waste diversion program in a facility?

Accepted Answer

Reduced landfill costs and lower environmental impact

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Increased energy consumption

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Higher water usage

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Decreased employee productivity

Question 3

What is the purpose of an Environmental Management System (EMS) such as ISO 14001?

Accepted Answer

To provide a systematic framework for managing environmental impacts and achieving continuous improvement

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To certify buildings for energy efficiency

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To regulate contractor procurement processes

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To replace all local environmental permits

Question 4

A facility manager wants to reduce potable water consumption. Which strategy has the highest impact in a commercial office building?

Accepted Answer

Installing low-flow fixtures in restrooms and upgrading cooling tower water management

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Replacing all window glass with low-E coatings

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Switching to LED lighting throughout the building

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Increasing natural ventilation

Question 5

What does embodied carbon refer to in facility management and construction?

Accepted Answer

Greenhouse gas emissions associated with materials manufacturing, transportation, construction, and end-of-life

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Carbon emissions from building operations such as heating and cooling

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The amount of carbon stored in building materials like wood

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Carbon offset credits purchased to balance energy use

Question 6

Which regulatory framework governs the disposal of hazardous waste generated by facility operations in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

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The Clean Air Act (CAA)

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)