IFMA Exam CFM Topic 9 Question 4 Discussion

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Question #: 4
Topic #: 9

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The building automation systems (BAS) experienced a power loss. The systems are now back online and are accessible by remote monitoring controls. From a remote login, you observe that the indoor air temperatures are warmer than the settings. What should you do?

ALower the temperature set points to cool down the building faster.

BCall an onsite occupant to verify the office space temperatures.

CDispatch staff to physically check all equipment for proper operations.

DRecommend to the owner to install a generator to minimize the impact of future outages.

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Suggested Answer: C

When a Building Automation System (BAS) comes back online after a power loss, physical verification of HVAC equipment operation is essential to:

Confirm system restart success -- Some components may not fully reboot.

Check for mechanical failures -- Power loss could trigger equipment malfunctions.

Avoid incorrect system readings -- Remote monitoring may not reflect actual conditions.

Lowering temperature settings (Option A) is ineffective because it will not speed up cooling. Calling an onsite occupant (Option B) provides limited insight into the system's condition. While installing a generator (Option D) is a long-term solution, it does not address the immediate issue.

by Ling at Mar 09, 2025, 09:16 AM

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Emerson

2 months ago

This reminds me of the time the power went out at my grandma's nursing home and the backup generator kicked in - talk about a loud surprise!

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Kris

24 days ago

D) Recommend to the owner to install a generator to minimize the impact of future outages.

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Nguyet

1 months ago

C) Dispatch staff to physically check all equipment for proper operations.

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Earlean

2 months ago

B) Call an onsite occupant to verify the office space temperatures.

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Carmela

2 months ago

A) Lower the temperature set points to cool down the building faster.

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Annita

2 months ago

D is an interesting long-term solution, but for this immediate situation, I think C is the best option to get things back on track.

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Willodean

3 months ago

A is definitely not the right call. Lowering the temperature set points could cause more issues if there's a problem with the equipment.

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Johana

3 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and C. Verifying with an occupant first seems smart, but a hands-on inspection would give a more complete picture.

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Becky

3 months ago

B is the way to go. Verifying the temperatures with an onsite occupant is the quickest and most direct way to assess the situation.

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Dominga

3 months ago

I'd go with C. Sending someone to physically check the equipment is the best way to ensure everything is working properly after the power loss.

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Carmen

2 months ago

C) Dispatch staff to physically check all equipment for proper operations.

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Lavera

2 months ago

B) Call an onsite occupant to verify the office space temperatures.

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Serina

2 months ago

A) Lower the temperature set points to cool down the building faster.

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Gracia

3 months ago

I think recommending to the owner to install a generator to minimize the impact of future outages is a proactive solution.

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Celeste

3 months ago

I believe dispatching staff to physically check all equipment for proper operations is the best course of action.

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Sylvia

3 months ago

I disagree, calling an onsite occupant to verify the office space temperatures would be more effective.

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Lorrie

4 months ago

I think we should lower the temperature set points to cool down the building faster.

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