Facilities Maintenance Management Standards and Skills

Skills:

1. Discuss the importance of facilities maintenance management in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and functionality of buildings and infrastructure.
2. Explain importance of regulatory compliance in facilities maintenance, including adherence to safety codes, building regulations, and environmental laws.
3. Explain how advances in technology have revolutionized facilities maintenance, with the adoption of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), IoT (Internet of Things) sensors for predictive maintenance, automated building systems (like HVAC and lighting), and remote monitoring capabilities.
4. Examine green building certifications (such as LEED), identifying sustainable building design and construction practices, and green building features.

Skills:

1. Interpret print terms, abbreviations, symbols, line types, symbols, and notes of technical drawings and blueprints.
2. Explain the basic layout of a set of prints, as well as the importance of the accompanying job specifications documents in determining work requirements.
3. Interpret and follow drawing dimensions using an architect’s scale.
4. Describe how HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems are integrated and represented on architectural blueprints.
5. Examine building codes, regulations, and safety standards relevant to the facility and how they relate to the information provided in the blueprints.
6. Describe how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) impact building plans.
7. Integrate blueprint information into project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
8. Execute and manage project plans related to facility renovations, installations, upgrades, and routine maintenance by planning, scheduling, and budgeting resources.
9. Analyze project outcomes against initial goals, close contracts, record performance metrics, and evaluate stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills:

1. Demonstrate use of a variety of hand, power, and pneumatic tools, including tool selection, safe use, and maintenance.
2. Manage supply inventory and procurement processes by selecting vendors, evaluating bids, and overseeing supplier relationships to obtain goods and services at competitive prices.
3. Explain the functions and maintenance requirements of various building systems such as HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and building automation systems.
4. Identify the components and explain the operation of water systems within buildings, including supply, distribution, and drainage systems.
5. Examine the components of incandescent and fluorescent lamps, how to use multilevel lighting with fluorescent lamps, and the application of sensors and timers in lighting control systems.
6. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning building systems and develop effective solutions.
7. Prioritize maintenance needs, conduct regular inspections, servicing, and repairs of building systems to minimize downtime, and effectively manage workloads to meet deadlines and respond promptly to maintenance requests.
8. Identify jobs requiring licensed professionals, e.g., electricians, pipefitters, plumbers, and sheet metalworkers.
9. Develop protocols and procedures for responding to water system emergencies, including leaks, floods, and contamination events, to minimize damage and ensure swift resolution.
10. Monitor indoor air quality, promoting occupant comfort and well-being through proper ventilation and lighting, and minimizing exposure to harmful substances.
11. Demonstrate alteration, preparation, painting, and repair of structures made of wood, plaster, concrete, or brick.
12. Demonstrate floor maintenance procedures, cleaning, restoration, and/or replacement.
13. Demonstrate lawn care, planting, pruning, and general grounds maintenance, including maintenance of irrigation systems and application of pesticide. (Review MA Pesticide Licensing requirements.)
14. Investigate the components of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Integrated Pest Management plan for both interior and exterior structures.
15. Evaluate relevant health, safety, environmental, and building code regulations to ensure facilities comply with legal requirements, including maintaining documentation and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Skills:

1. Apply principles of energy management, water management, materials and consumables management, waste management, and workplace/site management to optimize operational efficiency and sustainability practices.
2. Analyze energy consumption patterns to formulate and implement energy-saving strategies.
3. Examine energy-efficient technologies that reduce environmental impact and operational costs, such as implementing green building initiatives and optimizing energy use.
4. Evaluate maintenance practices of energy-efficient systems (HVAC, lighting, etc.) to optimize operational efficiency and sustainability.
5. Identify environmentally preferable products and materials, evaluate suppliers based on sustainable criteria, and prioritize those promoting the use of recycled or renewable materials.
6. Inspect exterior spaces sustainably, emphasizing landscaping practices that conserve water, promote biodiversity, and minimize environmental impact during site operations.
7. Evaluate current environmental regulations and standards relevant to facilities maintenance, ensuring compliance, and preparing sustainability reports as required.

Skills:

1. Assess risks associated with facility operations and maintenance, implement risk mitigation strategies, and maintain a safe working environment for staff and occupants.
2. Maintain emergency response plans tailored to different types of emergencies identified during the risk assessment, including evacuation procedures, communication protocols, emergency contacts, and roles/responsibilities of team members.
3. Develop facility business continuity plans to maintain critical operations during and after emergencies, including identifying essential services, backup power systems, data backup procedures, and alternative work locations, if needed.
4. Manage and schedule regular training sessions and conduct drills to ensure familiarity with emergency procedures, including training on use of emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, first aid kits) and practicing evacuation routes.
5. Identify security measures to prevent and respond to potential security threats or incidents, including access control systems, surveillance cameras, and security patrols.
6. Maintain security system components for optimal performance, including surveillance cameras, and intrusion detection systems to ensure these systems are compliant with safety regulations.
7. Assess emergency preparedness and response plans for compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
8. Maintain accurate documentation of emergency plans, procedures, training records, drills, and incident reports, including regular review and updates.