©2015, 12 chapters, Softbound

This detailed textbook shows students how to keep every area of
a hotel running smoothly. The book takes a systems approach to
hospitality facilities issues, while also providing a summary based
on functional spaces within a property. This revision includes new
material on green buildings, LEED certification, measurement
tools for sustainability efforts, workplace safety statistics, indoor air
quality, LEDs, elevator maintenance, Americans with Disabilities Act
requirements, and renovation cost guidelines.

Students will learn:
• How to communicate effectively with hotel engineering
personnel
• How the latest technology can streamline operations and
procedures
• How to balance the needs of guests with concern for the
environment

Contents:
The Role, Cost, and Management of Hospitality Facilities;
Hospitality Facilities Management Tools, Techniques, and Trends;
Environmental and Sustainability Management; Safety and Security
Systems; Water and Wastewater Systems; Electrical Systems;
Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Systems; Lighting
Systems; Laundry Systems; Building, Structure, Finishes, and Sites;
Lodging Planning and Design; Renovation and Capital Projects.

Author:
David M. Stipanuk, Cornell University

Also available in Spanish and Russian (previous editions).