EXAM SIMULATOR Flashcards
In the absence of a local code regulating dedicated outdoor air systems, what should a project team do to comply with the requirements of Feature 20 Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems?
A. Consult with manufacturer of the planned dedicated outdoor air system to ensure proper installation and operation
B. Follow the published and peer-reviewed ASHRAE guide on dedicated outdoor air systems
C. Submit monthly data on thermal comfort, ventilation rates, and system serviceability to IWBI
D. Have a detailed design review of the dedicated outdoor air system by an independent, qualified, registered professional mechanical engineer
D. Have a detailed design review of the dedicated outdoor air system by an independent, qualified, registered professional mechanical engineer
This is the correct answer.
Feature 20 Outdoor Air Systems requires a detailed design review of dedicated outdoor air systems by an independent, qualified and registered professional mechanical engineer in the absence of a local code or standard regulating dedicated outdoor air systems.
Which of the following is NOT a component in which urea-formaldehyde must be limited to a maximum of 100 ppm according to Feature 25 Toxic Material Reduction?
A. Thermal insulation
B. Laminating adhesives and resins
C. Paints
D. Furniture
C. Paints
This is the correct answer.
Urea-formaldehyde presence is only limited in furniture and composite wood products, laminating adhesives and resins, and thermal insulation.
Which of the following does NOT describe an advantage of displacement ventilation systems?
A. Air is not delivered and pushed through the return air path (often the dirtiest portion of the air stream)
B. The airflow tends to concentrate pollutants near the ceiling, out of the breathing zone
C. Air is delivered at very low velocity, preventing occupant discomfort due to air speed
D. Air can be delivered at higher temperatures because registers are near or at floor level
D. Air can be delivered at higher temperatures because registers are near or at floor level
This is the correct answer.
Air delivered at a higher temperature is not an advantage of Feature 21 Displacement Ventilation.
Which recommended strategy can suppress microbe build-up on high-touch surfaces and reduce the need for cleaning chemicals?
A. Using vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters
B. Cleaning with a UV device, as recommended by manufacturer
C. Using microfiber cloth cleaning towels
D. Increasing the frequency of cleanings to twice daily
B. Cleaning with a UV device, as recommended by manufacturer
This is the correct answer.
Cleaning high-touch surfaces with a UV device is one of two ways to comply with Feature 27, Part 1: High-touch Surfaces.
The second option is “Coated with or comprised of a material that is abrasion-resistant, non-leaching and meets EPA testing requirements for antimicrobial activity.”
In cleaning storage areas, which two items should be stored in separate bins from one another?
A. Cleaning products for floors and cleaning products for bathrooms
B. Bleach and ammonia-based products
C. Products with toxic chemicals and those without
D. Green cleaning products from regular cleaning products
B. Bleach and ammonia-based products
This is the correct answer.
Bleach and ammonia-based cleaning products should be stored in separate bins from one another. Mixing bleach and ammonia can lead to the formation of dangerous, toxic vapors. Feature 29 Cleaning Equipment.
A project team in Montreal is designing a new hospital wing for administrative offices. The team has an opportunity during the schematic design phase to plan for a data gathering station to measure outdoor air parameters. Where should the team locate the devices to comply with Feature 19 Operable Windows?
A. Within 3 m (30 ft) of the main building entrance
B. On the roof
C. Within 1.6 km (1 mi) of the building
D. On the building exterior, halfway between the ground level and the roof
C. Within 1.6 km (1 mi) of the building
This is the correct answer.
Feature 19 Operable Windows requires a data-gathering station located within 1.6 km (1 mi) of the building.
In an urban high rise building, a contractor has just completed construction on a 10,000 ft2 (930 m2) tenant suite. The team is preparing for a complete air flush of the space prior to occupancy. What volume of outside air is required for this space to meet Feature 13 Air Flush?
A. 100,000,000 ft3 (2,107,380 m3)
B. 140,000,000 ft3 (3,967,380 m3)
C. 180,000,000 ft3 (5,827,380 m3)
D. 200,000,000 ft3 (9,300,000 m3)
B. 140,000,000 ft3 (3,967,380 m3)
This is the correct answer.
(14,000 ft3 / 1 ft2 floor area) * 10,000 ft2 floor area = 140,000,000 ft3
Or
(4,266 m3 / 1 m2 floor area) * 930 m2 floor area = 3,967,380 m3
A total air volume of 14,000 ft³ per ft² of floor area is required for an air flush prior to occupancy [4,266 m³ of outdoor air per m² of floor area].
The interior designer for a new office building is selecting floor coverings. Which of the following would be the best selection for cleanability?
A. Vinyl tile
B. Wall to wall carpet
C. Carpet tiles glued to the subfloo
D. Unfinished concrete slab
A. Vinyl tile
This is the correct answer.
Vinyl tile is a hard surface that is easily cleanable.
A new office space is being constructed on the 5th floor a downtown tower. According to Feature 03 Ventilation Effectiveness, when is the ideal time to perform testing and balancing on the HVAC system in this project?
A. After commissioning
B. After occupancy
C. Before substantial completion
D. Before occupancy
D. Before occupancy
This is the correct answer.
What regular documentation is required for WELL project teams to demonstrate that air purification strategies are in proper operation?
A. Annual records of filtration/sanitation maintenance
B. Monthly records of filtration/sanitation maintenance
C. Annual letters from third party inspectors that air filtration/sanitation systems are in place
D. Monthly letters from third party inspectors that air filtration/sanitation systems are in place
A. Annual records of filtration/sanitation maintenance
This is the correct answer.
Projects must provide IWBI with annual records of filtration/sanitation maintenance.
In order to comply with Feature 11 Fundamental Material Safety, what is the allowable limit for added lead in all newly-installed building materials?
A. 0 ppm; there is no acceptable limit for added lead in newly-installed building materials
B. 0.25% weighted average for wetted surfaces
C. 0.05% weighted average for wetted surfaces D. 100 ppm
D. 300 ppm
B. 0.25% weighted average for wetted surfaces
This is the correct answer.
According to Part 1 Feature 11 Fundamental Material Safety, all newly-installed building materials must have no more than 100 ppm (by weight) of lead.
Two exceptions:
Pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures may contain 0.25% weighted average of lead. In addition, 0.20% for solder or flux used in plumbing for water intended for human consumption.
For door hardware, project teams must document attempt to meet the requirement and demonstrate a petition or a formal request has been filed with manufacturers who were unable to meet their needs.
Mops, rags, and dusters used to clean high-touch surfaces should have a denier no higher than what amount?
A. 6.0
B. 2.0
C. 1.0
D. 10.0
C. 1.0
This is the correct answer.
Denier is a unit of measurement that is used to determine the fiber thickness.
Exceeding ASHRAE minimum fresh air supply rates by which amount is the requirement for earning Feature 15 Increased Ventilation?
A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 30%
D. 30%
This is the correct answer.
What are the minimum dimensions required for entryway walk-off systems?
A. At least the width of the doorway and 2m (6 ft) long in the direction of travel
B. At least 2m (6 ft) wide and 3m (10 ft) long in the direction of travel
C. t least the width of the doorway and 3m (10 ft) long in the direction of travel
D. At 2m (6 ft) wide and 4m (12 ft) long in the direction of travel
C. t least the width of the doorway and 3m (10 ft) long in the direction of travel
This is the correct answer.
This is the correct answer as required by Part 1 Feature 08 Healthy Entrance.
The walk-off system (sum of indoor and outdoor length) may be employed in one of three modes:
a) grilles, grates or slots
b) Rollout mats
c) (carpet) Material manufactured as an entryway walk-off system
Lead, arsenic, antimony, mercury, nickel, and copper are all examples of which of the following?
A. Dissolved metals
B. Disinfectant byproducts
C. Microorganisms
D. Organic pollutants
A. Dissolved metals
This is the correct answer.
These dissolved metals are potentially found in the public water supply.
Which of the following are rated as Optimizations for new buildings?
A. Feature 35 Periodic water quality testing, Feature 36 Water treatment, and Feature 37 Drinking water promotion
B. Feature 34 Public water additives, Feature 36 Water treatment, and Feature 37 Drinking water promotion
C. Feature 35 Periodic water quality testing, Feature 32 Organic contaminants, and Feature 36 Water treatment
D. Feature 33 Agricultural contaminants, Feature 31 Inorganic contaminants, and Feature 32 Organic contaminants
A. Feature 35 Periodic water quality testing, Feature 36 Water treatment, and Feature 37 Drinking water promotion
This is the correct answer.
What negative health conditions are associated with exposure to bacteria, viruses and protozoa in drinking water?
A. Drowsiness, dizziness, and memory problems
B. Headache, blurred vision, and insomnia
C. Cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
D. Shortness of breath and low blood pressure
E. Depression and psychosis
C. Cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
This is the correct answer.
The project team for an existing building is pursuing WELL certification. All water being delivered to the project has been tested, and the turbidity level was found to be less than 1.0 NTU. What other test must be passed to achieve Feature 30 Fundamental Water Quality?
A. The pH is level is a neutral level of 7
B. Quarterly testing for inorganic metals is done
C. An active carbon filter is installed on all water meant for human contact
D. Total coliforms are not detected in the sample
D. Total coliforms are not detected in the sample
This is the correct answer.
Technical FAQs:
- All water, including reclaimed rain water, being used in situations that do not lead to human contact are not required to meet the water quality requirements.
- According to WELL Performance Verification Guidebook, water for human contact is conducted on cold water.
- If the restrooms are outside the WELL project boundary, the project is not required to meet the water quality requirements at these locations. Performance testing would only occur in fixtures within the project space. However, if the tenant space does not have a drinking fixture, the next closest fixture would be tested (for example: bathroom fixtures outside of the project boundary).
Exposure to what two metals has been linked to developmental delays and deficits in learning abilities in children, as well as high blood pressure and kidney problems in adults?
A. Nickel and iron
B. Lead and mercury
C. Iron and lead
D. Mercury and zinc
B. Lead and mercury
This is the correct answer.
What are three options that can be used for water treatment to achieve Feature 36 Water Treatment?
A. Carbon filters, sediment filters, and UV sanitization
B. Infrared filters, carbon filters, and sediment filters
C. UV sanitization, water ionizers, and carbon filters
D. Sediment filters, infrared filters, and water ionizers
A. Carbon filters, sediment filters, and UV sanitization
This is the correct answer.
this only applies to water for human ‘consumption’ (like drinking water), NOT showers and baths that only incur human ‘contact’.
Which of the following is most effective at removing organic contaminants like Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), benzene, and styrene?
A. Activated carbon filters
B. Sediment filters
C. UV sanitization
D. Infrared filters
A. Activated carbon filters
This is the correct answer.
Review Feature 32 Organic Contaminants, Intro
The installation of carbon filters for water meant for human consumption can remove which of the following contaminants?
A. Arsenic
B. Mercury
C. Common pesticides and herbicides
D. Excess Iron
C. Common pesticides and herbicides
This is the correct answer. Refer to Feature 33.
To encourage water consumption in a new building, at least one water dispenser should be located within what distance of the workstations on each floor?
A. 30 m (100 ft)
B. 50 m (165 ft)
C. 40 m (130 ft)
D. 20 m (65 ft)
A. 30 m (100 ft)
This is the correct answer.
Which of the following is not a Part of Feature 36 Water Treatment?
A. Sediment Filter B. Water Quality Maintenance C. Organic Chemical Removal D. Drinking Water Access E. Legionella Control
D. Drinking Water Access
This is the correct answer.
Feature 36 Water Treatment, has five parts:
- Organic Chemical Removal
- Sediment Filter
- Microbial Elimination
- Water Quality Maintenance
- Legionella Control
Drinking Water Access is a Part of Feature 37 Drinking Water Promotion.
The requirement for a removable, cleanable drawer or container in the cold storage unit, dedicated to storing raw foods, is included in which WELL Feature?
A. Feature 46 Safe Food Preparation Materials
B. Feature 50 Food Storage
C. Feature 42 Food Contamination
D. Feature 51 Food Production
C. Feature 42 Food Contamination
This is the correct answer.
Feature 42 states “Clear labeling is equally as important as it ensures healthy preparation habits” (equally as important as preventing cross-contamination)
What is the intent of clear labelling for artificial colors, sweeteners, and preservatives present in all food sold or distributed at a building?
A. Discourage the consumption of certain ingredients
B. Prevent susceptible people from consuming certain allergens
C. Allow consumers to make informed nutritional decisions
D. Encourage food producers to stop using certain additives
C. Allow consumers to make informed nutritional decisions
This is the correct answer.
Labeling Locations must be in one of the following:
packaging
nearby menus
signage
According to Feature 46 Safe Food Preparation Materials, what must be true regarding food preparation?
A. Kitchen staff may use pans with non-stick coating so long as it is sourced from sustainable chemicals
B. Foods that are considered allergenic must be prepared in separate pots and pans
C. Cutting boards must be replaced when they become excessively worn or have deep grooves
D. Green Seal cleaning products must be used after food preparation
C. Cutting boards must be replaced when they become excessively worn or have deep grooves
This is the correct answer.
What is the minimum BMI threshold that indicates an individual is obese?
A. BMI of 25
B. BMI of 30
C. BMI of 40
D. BMI of 50
B. BMI of 30
This is the correct answer.
Review Nourishment Concept, Background
A cafe located in an office building has recently renovated its menu to incorporate more nutritious food options. The daily menu currently offers:
Ham sandwich Grilled cheese sandwich Hamburger Fried fish Spaghetti Chicken and rice Oranges Apple slices Dried cherries
What additional food item(s) should this cafeteria sell to meet the requirements of Feature 38 Fruits and Vegetables?
A. Fried green tomatoes
B. Nothing, the requirements are already met
C. Fruit cups with no added sugar
D. Carrot and celery sticks
D. Carrot and celery sticks
This is the correct answer.
Feature 38 requires that if a building distributes or sells solid food on a daily basis, then the menu must either:
Include at least 2 varieties of fruits (with no added sugar) and at least 2 varieties of non-fried vegetables OR Offer fruit (with no added sugar) and/or non-fried vegetables for at least 50% of the total available food options
In this example, the daily menu already includes 3 fruits. Adding carrot and celery sticks would provide at least 2 non-fried vegetables.
Which of the following labels for all meat, egg, and dairy products sold or distributed on site are required by Feature 49 Responsible Food Production?
A. Federally Certified Organic and Fair Trade certified
B. Fair Trade Certified only
C. Federally Certified Organic and Humane Certified
D. Humane Certified only
C. Federally Certified Organic and Humane Certified
This is the correct answer.
Review Feature 49 Responsible Food Production.
Which of the following body systems contain the largest reservoir of bacteria, which can play a role in immune health?
A. Endocrine system
B. Integumentary system
C. Digestive system
D. Cardiovascular system
C. Digestive system
This is the correct answer.
Review the Wellness and Body Systems section in the Introduction of the WELL Building Standard, which considers each feature’s impact on 11 major body systems.
What minimum amount of fruits and vegetables must be offered at a WELL-Certified building that has a café open daily?
A. 2 fruits (containing no added sugar) and 2 (non-fried) vegetables
B. 20% of all available food options
C. 4 of any combination of fruits and vegetables
D. 50% of entrees
A. 2 fruits (containing no added sugar) and 2 (non-fried) vegetables
This is the correct answer.
Where solid foods are sold or distributed on a daily basis, the selection must include:
At least 2 varieties of fruit with no added sugar and 2 non-fried vegetables
OR
At least 50% of available food options are fruits (containing no added sugar) and/or non-fried vegetables.
In order to meet the requirements of Feature 49 Responsible Food Production, which of the following must be true about produce sold or distributed on site on a daily basis?
A. Must be federally certified organic (based on country)
B. Must be color coded per food labeling laws
C. Must be labeled with the USDA organic label (country-equivalent) and Free-trade label (country-equivalent)
D. Must be labeled to indicate the presence of GMOs (genetically modified organisms)
A. Must be federally certified organic (based on country)
This is the correct answer.
According to Feature 46 Safe Food Preparation Materials, which of the following materials are approved for cooking tools used to prepare food?
A. Glass, Ceramic (with no lead), cast iron
B. Glass, Cast iron, copper
C. Stainless steel, coated aluminum, laminated wood
D. Cast iron, non-coated aluminum, solid untreated wood
A. Glass, Ceramic (with no lead), cast iron
This is correct
To minimize glare from incoming sunlight, all computer monitors within 4.5 m (15 ft) of view windows should be able to be oriented perpendicular to the plane of the nearest window, within how many degrees?
A. 20 degrees
B. 30 degrees
C. 4 degrees
D. 5 degrees
A. 20 degrees
This is the correct answer.
Review Feature 57 Low-Glare Workstation Design, Part 1: Glare Avoidance
An existing building tenant is measuring the color quality of its electric lights in order to assess a possible WELL Building certification path. What metric should the project team use?
A. LRV
B. EML
C. CRI
D. IES
C. CRI
This is correct - Color Rendering Index
In order to minimize glare, which of the following should be present for all glazing less than 2.1 m (7 ft) above the floor in regularly occupied spaces?
A. Interior light shelves
B. Variable opacity glazing
C. Micro-mirror film to reflect sunlight towards the ceiling
D. Fixed external shading fins
B. Variable opacity glazing
This is the correct answer. Electrochromic glass can reduce transmissivity by 90% or more. Other ways to meet the requirement of Feature 56 Solar Glare Control, Part 1: View Window Shading include interior and external window shading systems.
In an existing building under renovation and pursuing WELL Certification, 50% of the windows are being replaced. The project team is tasked with reducing glare in the building. Where is the most appropriate location for a film of micro-mirrors on the window?
A. All window locations
B. Glazing over 2.1 m (7ft) above the floor
C. Glazing on the east and west sides of the building
D. New windows only
B. Glazing over 2.1 m (7ft) above the floor
This is the correct answer.
For the majority of tasks, what ambient light level is sufficient?
A. 150 lux (14 fc)
B. 400 lux (37 fc)
C. 500 lux (46 fc)
D. 300 lux (28 fc)
D. 300 lux (28 fc)
This is the correct answer.
Which of the following Features outlines design parameters for windows to optimize the quantity and quality of daylight while minimizing unwanted glare and thermal heat gain?
A. Feature 60 Automated Shading and Dimming Controls
B. Feature 53 Visual Lighting Design
C. Feature 56 Solar Glare Control
D. Feature 63 Daylighting Fenestration
D. Feature 63 Daylighting Fenestration
This is the correct answer.
