What are the two primary categories of railway buildings?

Which maintenance approach involves immediate response to incidents such as power outages or equipment failures to minimize disruptions?

Which railway facility is specifically designed for boarding, alighting, ticketing, and passenger circulation?

What is the primary operational purpose of a railway depot?

Which of the following is considered a proactive approach that sustains railway building functionality and prevents costly disruptions?

How does a "building" generally differ from a "structure" in the context of civil engineering?

What does the "Architectural System" of a railway building primarily focus on?

Which structural component is a horizontal member that primarily carries vertical loads?

What is the main difference between girders and regular beams?

Which vertical structural member is specifically designed to resist axial compressive loads?

What type of concrete slab is directly poured onto the earth and may not need any additional elevated support?

A suspended slab that is supported on all four sides to distribute loads in both longitudinal and transverse spans is called a:

Which type of railway station structure is constructed below ground level, typically through excavation or tunneling?

What type of railway station operates at the endpoint of a railway line where trains begin or end their routes?

In a railway station concourse, what defines the "Paid Area"?

Which platform configuration is placed between two tracks, allowing facilities like escalators to be shared by passengers traveling in either direction?

What is the primary function of "Warning Tactile Blocks" (usually a blister or grid pattern) installed near the edge of a platform?

Which structural defect refers to the flaking, pitting, or breaking away of concrete surfaces, which often exposes rusted reinforcing steel underneath?

What architectural defect is often called "tile popping" or "tenting," occurring when floor tiles lose their bond with the subfloor and lift upward?

In railway depot facilities, which specific area is equipped for extensive and intricate repairs, overhauls, and major component upgrades?

In water distribution hydraulics, which equation states that the volumetric flow from an inlet point should be equal to the volumetric flow from an outlet point?

Which principle states that pressure exerted on a fluid in an enclosed container is transmitted equally and undiminished to all parts of the container?

What type of water supply pump is considered a "constant pressure machine" and uses a rotating impeller to accelerate water outward?

In a railway building's water distribution system, what is the function of "risers"?

Which type of water supply distribution system relies entirely on the pressure provided by the public water main without the need for pumps or elevated tanks?

Which plastic pipe material is highly recommended for commercial and hot water supply systems due to its ability to withstand higher temperatures?

What specific plumbing fitting is used to connect two pipes of different diameters, thereby narrowing the flow path?

Which type of valve is designed to allow water flow in one direction only and prevent reverse flow?

Which water quantity defect refers to the accumulation of trapped air within pipelines that obstructs water flow and disrupts supply?

What physical water quality parameter is used to indicate the clearness or cloudiness of water caused by suspended particles?

What is the primary function of a stormwater drainage system in railway buildings?

Which classification of storm drainage system features pipes that are embedded in walls, floors, and shafts, hiding them from view?

What component of the stormwater drainage system is a vertical pipe that conveys rainwater collected from roof drains or gutters down to the ground?

In a sanitary drainage system, what is the lowest horizontal piping inside the building that receives wastewater and conveys it to the outside sewer?

According to the Plumbing Code of the Philippines, what are the two required compartments of a septic tank?

Which drainage system defect occurs when water in a trap is lost due to evaporation or siphonage, allowing foul sewer gases to enter occupied spaces?

What physical water treatment process in a Sewage Treatment Plant involves suspending solid waste from wastewater so the liquid waste can be separated?

Which type of metallic pipe is heavy-duty, made from molten iron, resistant to crushing loads, and widely used for soil and waste pipes in sanitary drainage systems?

Which water closet flush technology is considered the most expensive because it utilizes a swirling flushing action that scours and cleans the inside surface of the bowl?

What is the function of a splash pan (or splash block) in a stormwater drainage system?

Which type of central HVAC system uses only one thermostat in the control room, meaning all connected zones receive the exact same temperature of air?

Which type of elevator is supported by a piston at the bottom that pushes the elevator upward, typically used for low-rise applications of 2-8 stories?

In a traction elevator, what component is used to balance the weight of the car, thereby reducing the amount of force and energy the motor needs to raise and lower the elevator?

Which type of escalator eliminates the need for a separate machine room by installing its drive units directly within the step bands along the incline?

Under normal operating conditions in underground rail systems, what phenomenon is utilized to provide natural ventilation by pushing and pulling air as the train moves through the tunnel?

Which component of a luminaire provides a surface designed to direct or spread the light emitted from the lamp out into the space?

Which type of lamp produces visible light when an electric current drives through an ionized gas (like argon) and mercury vapor to generate ultraviolet light, which then excites a phosphor coating inside the tube?

According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), battery-operated emergency lights in stair landings must be able to provide illumination for a minimum period of:

Which illumination parameter describes the amount of luminous flux falling on a specific surface and is measured in Lux?

Which type of electrical outlet is extremely sensitive to current changes and automatically disconnects the circuit to prevent electric shock, making it essential for areas where the outlet might come into contact with water?

What is the primary purpose of installing Platform Screen Doors (PSD) in a railway station?

Which type of platform screen door extends entirely from the platform floor to the ceiling, completely isolating the station environment from the train tracks?

Where were the first platform screen doors in the world installed?

How does a Full Height PSD specifically contribute to the efficiency of a station's Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system?

Which of the following is considered a crucial operational requirement for Platform Screen Doors?

Safety features in railway buildings are generally classified into two main categories: Emergency Escape Facilities and what other category?

Which of the following serves as the central hub for monitoring and managing the fire alarm system in a railway building?

What is a common defect associated with a fire extinguisher that compromises its effectiveness during an emergency?

What component of an emergency escape facility is specifically designed to provide illumination when the main power supply fails?

According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), what is the minimum duration that emergency lights should operate during a power outage?

What potential safety hazard is caused by "blocked and obstructed" emergency evacuation routes?

What does EWARS stand for in the context of railway safety features?

Which of the following is an example of an EWARS defect that can endanger operations?

Why are faded or obstructed depot and station signages considered a safety defect?

What is the danger of overloading a surge protector capacity in a railway building's electrical safety devices?

What is the primary goal of maintaining railway buildings and facilities?

What is the primary purpose of using "Judgement Criteria" (such as A1, A2, AA, B, C) during building inspections?

Which of the following scenarios best describes a condition that requires maintenance attention in a railway station?

What maintenance hazard was illustrated by the accident case in Tokyo where a passenger tripped at the bottom of an escalator?

Based on accident case studies, what can happen if exterior building components like louvers are continuously exposed to external vibrations without proper inspection?

Which visual defect in a concrete structure often indicates an underlying issue like water infiltration and steel corrosion?

Why are "rattling sounds heard on handrails" documented as a defect during facility inspections?

What defect is associated with "water penetration/leakage signs on a ceiling"?

In the maintenance context, what should be done if "hairline cracks on station walls" are observed?

How does the proper maintenance of railway buildings indirectly benefit the railway operator's revenue?