Maintenance Techniques Quiz

Why is maintenance becoming more expensive over time?

• Due to the increasing cost of labor

• Because of the development of special purpose machines

• Due to stricter government regulations

• As a result of higher energy prices

What is the primary goal of the plant maintenance division?

• To maximize the use of manual labor

• To reduce the workforce

• To achieve minimum breakdowns at the lowest cost

• To increase the number of machines

Which type of maintenance involves making repairs only after equipment fails?

• Predictive maintenance

• Scheduled maintenance

• Preventive maintenance

• Corrective or breakdown maintenance

What does scheduled maintenance typically include?

• Emergency repairs

• Only lubrication

• Inspection, lubrication, and repair

• Complete equipment replacement

How does predictive maintenance help in equipment management?

• By using human intuition to predict failures

• By replacing all parts regularly

• By measuring equipment conditions periodically to prevent breakdowns

• By ignoring minor issues until they become major