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Current Conversations on MyFacilitiesNet:A few years back, the facilities team at my local elementary school – which is severely understaffed and underfunded – took it upon themselves to come in on their own time and on their own dime to do repairs and needed maintenance at the school over the summer. Teachers at the meeting where I learned this were throwing around ideas on how to properly thank the guys for all the hard work. So I put out a question: What would be an appropriate way for a community to thank an extraordinary facilities team? Check out the comments to see some suggestions from one reader, and post some ideas of your own. How has your team been recognized for the good work it's done? Sandy Hook Anniversary Triggers Security Debate Buzzers on entrance doors. Security cameras. Bulletproof glass. These are among the physical reinforcements that have become more common in schools across the country in the five years since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary, as more and more schools try to address security concerns. Click through to read more about the updates made to the new Sandy Hook Elementary, then use the comments section to tell me what security features have been added to your facility to prevent an active shooter situation.
Winter Is Fading. Time to Check Your Roof? An article in the February issue of Building Operating Management gives some tips on preparing your roof for winter, but the tips and advice sure apply to the immediate aftermath of winter, too. It's time for the spring inspection! What are some of your best practices for your spring roofing inspection?
Drones can provide a lot of benefit for facility managers, from providing an easier way to survey the roof to augmenting security team capabilities. However, establishing a plan for detecting and containing potentially rogue drones should also be part of the conversation, says Mike Anderson, security program manager, Microsoft global security. Sadly, a drone-hunting squad of eagles in the Netherlands has been disbanded, according to IEEE Spectrum, but there are other options. Click through to learn more.
Energy Efficiency Rebates for New Construction Most facility managers are familiar with the idea of energy efficiency rebates from utilities. Most of those programs focus on upgrades to existing buildings. But utilities sometimes provide rebates or technical support for energy efficiency measures for new buildings. Click through to read about specific programs and to learn about the ins and outs of qualifying for rebates on new construction or gut renovation projects.
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