What are the phases of a new facility design? correct answers 1.) Predesign Phase
2.) Design Phase
3.) Construction Phase
4.) Preoperation Phase
What are the components of the predesign phase of a facility design? correct answers - Needs
analysis
- Feasibility study
- Creation of the master plan
- Hiring an architect
What is a SWOT analysis, and what phase is it a part of? correct answers Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities, Threat analysis
Predesign phase; feasibility study
What are the components of the design phase of a facility design? correct answers - Finalize the
committee
- Creation of a blueprint
Who is part of a committee? correct answers When designing a facility, typically there is a...
- contractor
- architect
- designer(s)
- lawyer(s)
- user(s) of the facility and
- at least one coach/instructor involved.
What are the components of the construction phase of a facility design? correct answers - Follow
the master plan
- Arrange the equipment
- Check construction progress
*takes the longest of the phases*
What are the components of the preoperation phase of a facility design? correct answers - Hire
staff
- Create cleaning schedule
- Assign duties
- Create plan for operation
Where should the facility be located? correct answers Ideally ground floor, away from
offices/classrooms
, What should the load-bearing capacity of the flooring be? correct answers 100 lbs/sq ft (488
kg/sq m)
What are the rulings and parameters for wheelchair accessibility in a training facility? correct
answers There must be a wheelchair lift or ramp for any height exceeding 0.5 inches (13 mm).
For every 1 in rise, there should be a 12 in run (ramps).
What is the minimum ceiling height for a training facility? correct answers 12-14 ft (3.66-4.27
m)
What is the ideal flooring for a training facility? correct answers Rubber, anti-fungal carpet, or
indoor turf.
How bright should the lights be in a training facility? correct answers 50-100 lumens
(depends on natural lighting and ceiling height)
What is the ideal temperature and humidity of a training facility? correct answers 68-78 °F (22-
25 °C)
Humidity should not exceed 60% (helps with prevention of bacterial and microbial growth and
spread of infectious diseases)
How many times should air be exchanged per hour in a training facility? correct answers 8-12
times/hour
This is to prevent stagnant air odors
How many fans should be in a training facility? correct answers 2-4 fans for every 1200 sq ft
(111.5 sq m)
What are the sound parameters for a training facility? correct answers Sound should not exceed
90 Db; speakers should be directed toward the middle of the room, and flooring should be sound
proof.
What kinds of electrical circuits are necessary in a training facility? correct answers Ground fault
circuits
How far away should equipment be from the mirrors? correct answers At least 6 inches
How far should mirrors be from the ground/flooring? correct answers At least 20 inches (51 cm);
plates are 18 inches in diameter...this allows for at least 2 inches of clearance.
Are drinking fountains optional in a training facility? Location? correct answers Yes; near
bathrooms or locker rooms.