Chapter 4 (Plant Maintenance) Flashcards
1
Q
What is plant maintenance?
A
The process of keeping factory equipment and systems in good working condition through regular checks, repairs, and upkeep.
2
Q
Define corrective or breakdown plant maintenance.
A
Fixing equipment after a failure.
3
Q
What are the three main approaches to plant maintenance?
A
- Corrective maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Predictive maintenance
4
Q
What is preventive maintenance?
A
Regular checks to prevent future failures.
5
Q
What is predictive maintenance?
A
Using data to predict and prevent breakdowns before they happen.
6
Q
List the steps involved in scheduling maintenance.
A
- Identify needs
- Create Plan
- Prioritize
- Assign resources
- Schedule
- Communicate
- Execute
- Monitor
- Review
- Document
7
Q
What are common causes of equipment breakdown?
A
- Insufficient maintenance
- Human error in operation
- Design or manufacturing defects
- Low-quality materials
- Overuse or overloading
- Harsh environmental conditions
- Lack of proper training
8
Q
What are the objectives for plant maintenance?
A
- Reduce downtime
- Extend equipment life
- Ensure safety
- Better performance
- Cut maintenance costs
- Follow rules
- Maintain quality production
9
Q
What problems can occur due to the absence of plant maintenance?
A
- More equipment breakdowns
- Lower efficiency
- Higher repair costs
- Increased safety risks
- Poor product quality
