Highland Community College Business Institute

Preventative maintenance is a proactive approach to maintaining equipment, systems, and facilities. It involves regular and routine maintenance activities designed to prevent potential problems and equipment failures BEFORE they occur. The goal is to ensure optimal performance, reduce the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns, and extend the lifespan of equipment.

Topics Covered

• What is Preventative Maintenance
  • How does Preventative Maintenance differ from reactive maintenance and predictive maintenance
  • Costs of Preventative Maintenance Programs - beyond what you would expect
  • Setting up a Preventative Maintenance program
  • Basic Principles of preventative maintenance
  • Keeping the program going beyond the initial set-up
  • Record Keeping