Ppp-05 : Creating Preventive Maintenance Schedules

1.

When deciding if you should create a brand new Preventive Maintenance schedule or clone an existing schedule, what is a key factor in this decision?
- A.
  
  If the PM to be cloned fits your companies practices and needs for the new PM which is needed.
- B.
  
  How many Assets are being added to PM
- C.
  
  It does not matter
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. If the PM to be cloned fits your companies practices and needs for the new PM which is needed.

Explanation
The key factor in deciding whether to create a brand new Preventive Maintenance schedule or clone an existing schedule is if the PM to be cloned fits your company's practices and needs for the new PM which is needed. This means that if the existing schedule aligns with the requirements and standards of the company, it can be cloned instead of creating a new one from scratch. This ensures that the new PM schedule will be effective and suitable for the company's specific needs.

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2.

What are the key pieces of a Preventive Maintenance Schedule that must be added?
- A.
  
  Details, Schedule, Attachments
- B.
  
  Details, Procedure, Estimates
- C.
  
  Details, Schedule, Assets
- D.
  
  Procedure, Schedule, Project Plan
Correct Answer
C. Details, Schedule, Assets

Explanation
A preventive maintenance schedule requires key pieces such as details, schedule, and assets. Details refer to specific information about the maintenance task, including the equipment or system involved, the maintenance procedure, and any necessary documentation. Schedule refers to the planned timing and frequency of the maintenance activities. Assets refer to the equipment or systems that require maintenance. These key pieces ensure that the preventive maintenance is properly planned, documented, and executed for the identified assets.

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3.

By adding Assets to the Assets tab of a PM you are able to generate work orders on an automatic, time scheduled basis.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
By adding assets to the Assets tab of a PM (preventive maintenance) system, it allows for the generation of work orders automatically and on a scheduled basis. This means that the system will automatically create work orders for maintenance tasks based on predetermined time intervals or schedules. This automation helps to streamline the maintenance process and ensures that tasks are consistently performed at the appropriate times, reducing the risk of equipment failure or downtime.

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4.

Although most of the time it is important to keep naming and ID structures similar when creating new records in MC, this is not the case with Preventive Maintenance.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
While it is generally important to keep naming and ID structures similar when creating new records in MC, this is not the case with Preventive Maintenance. The question is asking whether it is important to keep naming and ID structures similar for Preventive Maintenance, and the correct answer is False, indicating that it is not important to do so.

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5.

What are the two flexible schedule configuration options available for PMs?
- A.
  
  Fixed or Flying Schedules
- B.
  
  Trick question – there is only one, and it is Fixed Schedule!
- C.
  
  Time Based or Meter Based Schedule
- D.
  
  Fixed or Floating Schedule
Correct Answer
D. Fixed or Floating Schedule

Explanation
The correct answer is Fixed or Floating Schedule. This means that project managers have the option to either set a fixed schedule, where tasks and deadlines are predetermined, or a floating schedule, where tasks and deadlines can be adjusted and rearranged as needed. This flexibility allows project managers to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks accordingly.

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6.

In an example where a Monthly PM needs to be set up to generate a different Procedure after every quarter), how would the Interval be set up for each Procedure?
- A.
  
  Bi-Monthly is Interval “2”, Annual is Interval “9”
- B.
  
  Bi-Monthly is Interval “1”, Annual is Interval “12”
- C.
  
  Monthly is Interval “1”, Quarterly is Interval “3”
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Monthly is Interval “1”, Quarterly is Interval “3”

Explanation
The correct answer is "Monthly is Interval '1', Quarterly is Interval '3'". This means that for the Monthly PM, the interval is set to 1, indicating that it should occur every month. For the different Procedure after every quarter, the interval is set to 3, indicating that it should occur every 3 months or quarterly. This setup ensures that the Monthly PM and the different Procedure are scheduled at the appropriate intervals.

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7.

Procedures are added to PM Schedules for which of the following reasons? (Select all that apply)
- A.
  
  To define a set of tasks to be completed
- B.
  
  To link Problem Codes to Work Orders generated
- C.
  
  To set estimates (Labor, Materials, etc.)
- D.
  
  To indicate type of Craft / skill required or specific individual to assign
Correct Answer(s)
A. To define a set of tasks to be completed
C. To set estimates (Labor, Materials, etc.)
D. To indicate type of Craft / skill required or specific individual to assign

Explanation
Procedures are added to PM Schedules for multiple reasons. Firstly, they are added to define a set of tasks that need to be completed. This helps in providing clear instructions and guidelines for the maintenance activities. Secondly, procedures are added to set estimates for labor, materials, and other resources required for the maintenance tasks. This helps in planning and budgeting for the maintenance work. Lastly, procedures are added to indicate the type of craft or skill required for the tasks, as well as to specify a specific individual who should be assigned to perform the tasks. This ensures that the right person with the appropriate skills is assigned to carry out the maintenance work effectively.

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8.

How many days in advance of a PM being due can you display a notification or create Work Orders automatically?
- A.
  
  30
- B.
  
  15
- C.
  
  10
- D.
  
  5
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above". This means that you can display a notification or create work orders automatically for a PM being due 30 days in advance, 15 days in advance, 10 days in advance, or 5 days in advance. This gives the user flexibility in setting up notifications and work orders according to their preferences and requirements.

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9.

From the Automation tab of a PM schedule, what Work Order Generation options do you have? (Select all that apply)
- A.
  
  Display a notification on the home page to manually generate
- B.
  
  Generate Work Orders on a specific day of the month, each month
- C.
  
  Generate Work Orders only during the week
- D.
  
  Create Work Orders automatically
Correct Answer(s)
A. Display a notification on the home page to manually generate
D. Create Work Orders automatically

Explanation
The Automation tab of a PM schedule provides two options for Work Order Generation. The first option is to display a notification on the home page to manually generate work orders. This allows the user to manually generate work orders when they are ready to do so. The second option is to create work orders automatically. This means that work orders will be generated automatically without any manual intervention. These two options provide flexibility and convenience for managing work orders in a PM schedule.

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10.

In an example where a PM will generate either Quarterly or every 25,000 miles, what would be the correct way to setup the PM Schedule tab?
- A.
  
  Select the Start / End sub-tab and define these parameters
- B.
  
  Select Time Based and Meter Based Schedule (whichever hits first)
- C.
  
  This is not possible with the current MC capabilities
- D.
  
  Select indicator at the bottom of the page to enable this feature
Correct Answer
B. Select Time Based and Meter Based Schedule (whichever hits first)

Explanation
The correct way to set up the PM Schedule tab would be to select both Time Based and Meter Based Schedule options and choose whichever hits first. This means that the PM will be generated either based on a quarterly schedule or after every 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.

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Ppp-05 : Creating Preventive Maintenance Schedules

When deciding if you should create a brand new Preventive Maintenance schedule or clone an existing schedule, what is a key factor in this decision?

What are the key pieces of a Preventive Maintenance Schedule that must be added?

By adding Assets to the Assets tab of a PM you are able to generate work orders on an automatic, time scheduled basis.

Although most of the time it is important to keep naming and ID structures similar when creating new records in MC, this is not the case with Preventive Maintenance.

What are the two flexible schedule configuration options available for PMs?

In an example where a Monthly PM needs to be set up to generate a different Procedure after every quarter), how would the Interval be set up for each Procedure?

Procedures are added to PM Schedules for which of the following reasons? (Select all that apply)

How many days in advance of a PM being due can you display a notification or create Work Orders automatically?

From the Automation tab of a PM schedule, what Work Order Generation options do you have? (Select all that apply)

In an example where a PM will generate either Quarterly or every 25,000 miles, what would be the correct way to setup the PM Schedule tab?