Questions and Answers
What has facilities planning developed into in the past decade?
A major, thriving business sector and discipline
What does facility planning primarily engage in?
Supervising the planning, programming, designing, construction approach, operations, and maintenance of facilities
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of facilities planning?
The implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards in the Philippines is through RA _____
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Energy has become an inexpensive raw material.
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What aspect of health and safety is emphasized during the initial design stage of a facility?
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What does LEED focus on in facilities planning?
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What are community considerations in facilities planning focused on?
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Study Notes
Nature of Facilities Planning
- Facilities planning and management has emerged as a vital business sector, experiencing significant growth globally over the past decade.
- Involves overseeing planning, programming, designing, construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities to achieve organizational objectives.
- Facility planners optimize workflow, ensuring that tangible fixed assets support activity objectives effectively.
- Key considerations include determining the facility's purpose and how it meets that purpose.
Facilities Location and Design
- Location of a facility is crucial, focusing on its proximity to customers, suppliers, and other facilities.
- Facilities design encompasses structural systems, lighting, electrical, communications, life safety, and sanitation systems.
- Layout includes the arrangement of equipment, machinery, furnishings, production areas, and support areas.
- Handling systems are necessary for managing materials, personnel, information, and equipment to facilitate operations.
Characteristics and Elements of Facilities Planning
- Total integration and flexibility are essential for accommodating changes in processes and systems.
- Characteristics such as modularity, upgradability, adaptability, and reliability enhance facility performance.
- Consideration of environmental impacts promotes energy friendliness, economic viability, and progressive facility design.
Significance of Facilities Planning
- Continuous layout adjustments are often needed when introducing new processes or equipment, as changes can disrupt ongoing activities and require facility redesign.
- Health and safety are critical considerations, governed by regulations like the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) in the Philippines, which aim to provide a safe working environment.
- Energy conservation has become increasingly relevant due to rising costs; facilities should adopt energy-efficient technologies and processes, taking into account LEED standards for sustainability.
- Community impacts, including noise, air pollution, waste disposal, fire protection, and accessibility for physically challenged individuals, are vital in planning facilities to comply with regulations and enhance community welfare.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamentals of facilities management as introduced in the first lecture of the OM107 course. It covers the nature of facilities planning and its evolution as a discipline in recent years. Understand the competition strategies and customer satisfaction in the context of facility management.
