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Reducing the Fall Fatality Rate by Managing the Risk Associated With Working at Heights
This study examines the reasons behind historical fall fatality rates and presents recommendations for mitigation, concluding that FMs must develop, implement and […]
Value-Driven Near-Zero Strategies for New and Retrofit Commercial Buildings
Increase the efficiency of new and retrofit commercial projects by using Passive House Standard and strategies. Learn about the principles and cost […]
Is There a Standard in Rooftop Fall Protection?
Facility Engineering Association (FEA) recommendations on fall protection/fall prevention for commercial building owners to defend against litigation, and provide a safe workplace […]
Qualifying Contractors With a Simplified Scorecard
Review an objective methodology to assess a contractor’s qualifications using a simple matrix, and learn how to determine "best value" when hiring […]
Budgetary Control for External FM Service Providers
This research paper explores the critical success factors for a contract with budgetary control service providers in FM, focusing on the reasons […]
Successfully Operating LEED Buildings: Setting Your Building Apart in the New Normal
Learn how to stay current on industry knowledge and apply up-to-date expertise on projects with LEED EB Recertification. Review case study of […]
The 17 Mistakes Made in Emergency Plans and How to Avoid and Correct Them
Review why emergency plans are integral to strategic emergency preparedness and business continuity, while identifying seventeen common errors and oversights of emergency […]
The Challenges of Replacing Major Equipment in an Occupied High-Rise Building
A case study that discusses some of the challenges and constraints during design, procurement and replacement of major building equipment in a […]
Lean Back and Relax: A New Approach to Managing Solid Waste
The University of Pennsylvania has taken an active role in waste minimization since 2007 with impressive initiatives such as composting in select […]
Improving Maintenance Efficiency Effectiveness at the University of Central Florida
The University of Central Florida (UCF) improved their facility maintenance efficiency and operational effectiveness through organizational restructuring, a new work order process […]