Chapter 9 Window Cleaning & Architectural Metal Maintenance

Question 1

Being an experienced exterior window cleaner, Brice knows that about 90 percent of the dirt deposited on the windows comes from_________.

a. vehicle exhaust.
b. industrial emissions
c. soil erosion
d. precipitation runoff

Answer 1

D. precipitation runoff.

Question 2

Nick should select a cleaning solution containing ______ for regular cleaning.

a. hydrofluoric acid
b. hydrochloric acid
c. citric acid
d. oxalic acid

Answer 2

c. citric acid

Question 3

The tool Marta is using to clean the facility’s sindows consists of a rubber blade mounted in a stainless steel channel with a handle. This is a_______.

a. chamois
b. scraper
c. squeegee
d. washer wand

Answer 3

c. squeegee

Question 4

Permanent installations for window swashing are the responsibility of the_______.

a. property manager or owner
b. building occupant
c. window washer
d. building security

Answer 4

a. property manager or owner

Question 5

Because of the special nature of the skill and equipment required and to ensure high-elevation windows are cleaned safely, facilities manager, Sally will:

a. clean the windows herself
b. hire a specialized window cleaning firm
c. ask occupants to clean their own windows.
d. ensure her cleaning staff will be trained to handle the job.

Answer 5

b. hire a specialized window cleaning firu.

Question 6

The property manager has contracted with a specialized window-cleaning firm to ensure the cleanliness of all windows. Who is responsible for maintaining the log of inspections.

a. the building owner
b. the property manager
c. government inspectors
d. the contractor.

Answer 6

d. the contractor

Question 7

One of the most beneficial characteristics of ________ is the virtual elimination of costly paining for protection:

a. cast iron
b. bronze
c. corten steel
d. aluminum

Answer 7

c. corten steel

Question 8

Stan has just been assigned to manage a new building. Most likely the building will contain ______ for most of its architectural purposes.

a. monel metal
b. aluminum
c. stainless steel
d. brass

Answer 8

b. aluminum

Question 9

Rupert did not want to use anodized aluminum in the buildings lobby; after all it is seldom used there by anyone, mostly because of its:

a. high initial cost
b. limited color range
c. difficulty of repair
d. need for frequent relaquering.

Answer 9

c. difficulty of repair.

Question 10

Costs of metal maintenance are influenced by all of the following except:

a. metal type
b. wear and tear
c. location
d. All o fthe abbove

Answer 10

d. all of the above.