Unplanned Maintenance Quiz

How can unplanned maintenance best be described ?

• A cost-effective strategy

• A proactive approach

• A risky strategy

• A time-saving method

What is a disadvantage of unplanned maintenance ?

• It reduces the risk of downtime

• It decreases labour costs

• It can lead to increased costs due to more work being required to replace damaged items

• It ensures materials and equipment are always available

What is the impact of unplanned maintenance on business operations ?

• It improves the efficiency of business operations

• It has no significant impact on business operations

• It enhances the smooth running of a business

• It can disrupt the smooth running of a business due to increased downtime

What is planned maintenance?

• A process where maintenance tasks are performed without any schedule

• A process where all maintenance and servicing tasks are planned in advance with specific time allocated

• A process where maintenance is only performed in case of a breakdown

• A process where maintenance tasks are outsourced without any planning

Which of the following is NOT typically included in service plans for planned maintenance?

• Fire extinguishers

• Air conditioning systems

• Electrical testing and certification

• Landscaping services

What is often ordered in preparation for planned maintenance tasks?

• New equipment

• Stock

• Additional personnel

• Marketing materials

How often is painting and decoration typically done in planned maintenance?

• Only once

• At irregular intervals

• At regularly timed intervals

• When the budget allows

Who are service plans often set up with for planned maintenance?

• Internal employees only

• External specialist contractors

• Clients or customers

• Government agencies

What tasks are typically carried out by a handy person or small facilities team in large companies?

• Roof repairs

• Structural repairs

• Routine maintenance tasks such as painting and decorating, non-structural repairs, changing lamps, replacing broken or defective locks and fitments

• Repairs to plumbing, heating, electric and gas systems

Who is generally used to complete larger projects in maintenance?

• A handy person

• Small facilities team

• Specialist contractors

• In-house administrative staff