Building Services Industry Quiz

What legislation is important for energy conservation in the building services industry according to the learning unit D/602/2486?

• Environmental Protection Act

• Building Conservation Act

• Energy Conservation Legislation

• Water Resources Act

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the learning unit D/602/2486 on environmental protection within Building Services Engineering (BSE)?

• Minimizing wastage of materials

• Using emerging environmental technologies

• Implementing strict air quality controls

• Conserving and reducing wastage of water

What is emphasized about energy sources in the building services industry in the learning unit D/602/2486?

• Reduction in the use of all energy sources

• Applications of energy sources

• Elimination of non-renewable energy sources

• Exclusive use of solar energy

According to the learning unit D/602/2486, what is crucial when commissioning building services systems?

• Cost-effectiveness

• Energy conservation

• Speed of installation

• Aesthetic considerations

How does the learning unit D/602/2486 suggest handling waste in the building services industry?

• Ignoring waste management

• Recycling all materials

• Reducing waste and conserving energy

• Increasing waste production

What is the focus of Learning Outcome 1 in the BPFC Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation?

• Understanding mechanical tools

• Knowing the energy conservation legislation that applies to the building services industry

• Learning about water supply systems

• Studying electrical circuits in buildings

What year was the Climate Change Act, which set targets to reduce carbon emissions to 80% below 1990 levels by 2050, adopted?

• 1998

• 2008

• 2010

• 2005

Which directive initiated by the EU aims to achieve energy performance in buildings and was first issued in 2002?

• 2010/31/EU Directive

• COM 2002/91/EC Directive

• Climate Change Act 2008

• EPBD recast 2010

What is one of the main objectives of the Directive on Energy Performance of Buildings?

• Increase carbon emissions from buildings

• Establish a calculation methodology for energy performance

• Reduce the number of buildings

• Decrease the use of renewable energy sources

According to the Climate Change Act 2008, what is the provisional reduction target of 1990 levels set for 2020?

• 34%

• 42%

• 50%

• 25%