Tests, Standards, & Human Factors Flashcards

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What is the ASTM E648 (NFPA 253)?

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ASTM E648 (the same test as NFPA 253) is ASTM's Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source This test measures the flame spread of flooring systems, like carpet, in corridors and exits. Radiant heat is applied by means of a gas fueled panel, inclined at a 30º angle over horizontally installed flooring mounted on concrete (just like real carpeted corridors). This test is designed to simulate thermal radiation levels from an adjacent fire, and to rate different materials for use in different occupancies.

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The Building Owners and Managers Association BOMA uses the Standard Methods of Measurement (ANSI/BOMA Z65.1 – 2010) as its standard for measuring rentable area in new and existing office buildings. This method is used for estimating cost per square foot for commercial tenants

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Declare is the Living Future Institute product database that identifies the product origin of raw materials and the assembly locations, ingredients or composition, and end-of-life disposal options — to better facilitate the creation of buildings that support human and environmental health. The Declare database lists the most harmful materials used in building and construction in its Red List.

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Forest Stewardship Council promotes environmentally sound, socially beneficial, and economically prosperous management of the world’s forests. Oversees the development of national and regional standards based on a single attribute: basic forest management principles and criteria.

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An EPD is a document quantifying a product’s environmental impact throughout its lifecycle. A product’s EPD is third-party verified and registered. Some green building rating systems, like LEED, reward the use of EPDs to encourage transparency and full disclosure regarding the environmental impact of materials.

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This third-party product certification program managed by UL Solutions tests indoor products to ensure they meet acceptable indoor air quality pollutant guidelines and standards

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Greenwashing is when a company uses false or misleading language, marketing, statistics etc. to make it seem as though they are engaging in eco-friendly practices.

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The gross area includes exterior wall thickness and all vertical penetrations (mechanical/electrical, plumbing, elevator shafts, stairwells, etc.), basements, and attached garages. It excludes detached parking, loading docks, or any structure outside the building line.

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The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) uses the Standard Practice for Building Floor Area Measurements for Facility Management (ASTM E1836) as its standard for measuring commercial spaces. This method is used for space planning and space management purposes.

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Incidental Space is nonusable area that isn't occupied by the client — like closets, structural columns, and walls — but is needed to create the client's space. It is the area that is not included in net area. Depending upon the program function of storage, it may or may not be considered incidental space.

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ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is an independent, non-governmental membership organization and the world's largest developer of voluntary International Standards Important to rememeber that it is voluntary not regulatory

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LEED Leadership In Energy & Environmental Design is a national consensus-based building rating system designed to accelerate the development and implementation of green building practices, and that recognizes best-in-class building strategies and practices. Ratings from lowest to highest are: Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum

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Net Area is sometimes called the net assignable area, or the area of each programmed space. It is the space a client needs for their specific program functions like offices, work rooms, or conference rooms. It includes individual workspaces, dedicated and shared support spaces (break room, copy room), and any special or critical areas. It does not include the space required for circulation, partitions, or building amenities, like restrooms. Net area excludes circulation, like corridors and incidental space. It is measured from the centerline of interior partitions of a space. Total Net Area is calculated by adding together all programmed areas.

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- Ancillary occupancy to the main occupancy - Can't exceed 10% of floor area of the story where located - If it is an accessory occupancy, it does not need to be separated by fire barrier (table 508.4)

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- Ancillary to main occupancy - Same classification as the main occupancy - Poses a greater risk (boiler room) - Does not exceed 10% of the floor area of story where located - MUST be separated by fire barrier or sprinklered (table 509)

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Studies the relationship between the human body and its physical environment Focuses more on the interaction between people and specific objects or tasks

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Describes how people use a space based on circumstance, social, and cultural aspects. Four distances 1.) Intimate distance 2.) personal distance 3.) Social distance (4-12 feet most impersonal business) 4.) Public distance

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Sociopetal = Furniture arrangements that help social interaction Sociofugal = Furniture arrangements discourage interaction

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Function Form Economy Time

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Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies tests the ability of a door assembly to resist the passage of flame, heat, and gases.