Laurie Gilmer writes about five crucial strategies to enable healthier workplaces in this article for Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine. It's important to understand the critical role building systems play in the health of occupants and their role as facility professionals in actively working to reduce risk through operations and maintenance activities. Indoor air quality strategies to help … [Read more...] about Laurie Gilmer Writes About Strategies for Healthier Workplaces
Second Edition of School Security Book Has Been Released
Written by Paul Timm, PSP, School Security: How to Build and Strengthen a School Safety Program, Second Edition has been issued. The book emphasizes a proactive rather than reactive approach to school security. Readers are introduced to basic loss prevention and safety concepts, including how to communicate safety information to students and staff, how to raise security awareness, and how to … [Read more...] about Second Edition of School Security Book Has Been Released
Rich Merrill Writes About How to Use Data to Streamline FM Operations
Rich Merrill, P.E., DBIA, FMP writes about how to use data to streamline FM operations in the March 2021 edition of Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine. Collecting, verifying, and putting data into action helps facility managers bring greater efficiency to operations. Rich explores how to integrate a CMMS to take data management to the next level and ensure that your facility management … [Read more...] about Rich Merrill Writes About How to Use Data to Streamline FM Operations
Kyle Inocco Writes About Building Envelope Maintenance Solutions
Kyle Inocco writes about cost-effective and sustainable solutions for building envelope maintenance. Most facilities eventually fall victim to the increasingly rigorous maintenance needed to support outdated equipment and systems and uphold the building’s original design intent. As envelope repairs start to become necessary, facility managers should consider how improvements in energy efficiency … [Read more...] about Kyle Inocco Writes About Building Envelope Maintenance Solutions
Erin Falvey Writes About Properly Maintaining Roofs
Erin Falvey, EIT writes about roofing trouble spots and how to avoid them in this article for Facilities Maintenance Decisions magazine. By focusing on flashings, penetrations, and foot traffic, facility managers can extend roof performance life. Additional Resources Read the full article here. … [Read more...] about Erin Falvey Writes About Properly Maintaining Roofs
Mitigating Mistakes: Protecting the Fleet
Paul Timm discusses developing and enforcing policies relative to vehicle security and key control in his column on Mitigating Mistakes for the December 2020 edition of SecurityInfoWatch. It is critical for organizations to develop and enforce vehicle security and key control policies. Leaving keys in the ignition of a vehicle, as seen in the photo, poses an unacceptable risk. Additional … [Read more...] about Mitigating Mistakes: Protecting the Fleet
