Preventive Maintenance Optimization Checklist
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Asset Identification & Prioritization
Focuses on accurately identifying critical assets and prioritizing them for optimization based on risk and impact.
Asset Count (Total)
Asset Count (Critical - High Risk)
Asset Count (Critical - Medium Risk)
Asset Count (Non-Critical)
Risk Assessment Methodology Used
Justification for Critical Asset Designation (For Top 5)
Criteria Used for Asset Prioritization
Asset Register / Inventory List
Date of Last Asset Prioritization Review
Current PM Program Review
Analyzes existing PM tasks, frequencies, and procedures to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Overall Description of Current PM Program
Total Number of PM Tasks Scheduled
PM Scheduling Method (Time-Based, Meter-Based, etc.)
Types of PM Tasks Currently Performed (Select all that apply)
Average Downtime per Equipment Failure (Hours)
Method for tracking PM Completion
List equipment with PM frequency exceeding manufacturer recommendations and reason
Data Collection & Analysis
Gathers data on equipment performance, failure rates, repair costs, and downtime to inform optimization decisions.
Average MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for Critical Assets
Average MTTR (Mean Time To Repair) for Critical Assets
Total Maintenance Costs (Labor + Materials) per Year
Summary of Recent Failure Analysis Reports
Condition Monitoring Technologies Currently Used (e.g., Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography)
Date of Last Comprehensive Equipment Performance Review
Data Sources Currently Used for Maintenance Information
Upload Historical Work Order Data (CSV or Excel)
Task Optimization & Modification
Re-evaluates specific PM tasks, including their necessity, frequency, and procedures, based on data and industry best practices.
Is the current PM task truly preventative, or mostly reactive?
Current PM Frequency (e.g., days, weeks, months)
Recommended PM Frequency (based on analysis)
Justification for frequency change (if applicable)
Does the current PM task require a specialized tool or skill?
Which components are inspected during this PM task?
If 'Other' selected for components, please specify:
Is the current inspection method adequate?
Recommendations for improving the PM task:
Condition Monitoring Implementation
Explores and implements condition-based monitoring techniques to predict failures and optimize maintenance schedules.
Identify Initial Equipment for Condition Monitoring
Select Condition Monitoring Technologies
Initial Sensor Placement Count
Target Implementation Date for Sensors
Justification for Sensor Selection
Data Collection Frequency
Equipment Layout/Schematic
Acceptable Threshold for Early Warning
Resource Allocation & Training
Assesses and optimizes the allocation of personnel, tools, and spare parts to support the optimized PM program.
Number of Maintenance Technicians Currently Assigned
Average Maintenance Technician Skill Level (1-5, 1=Entry, 5=Expert)
Current Allocation of Maintenance Technicians by Equipment Type
Description of Current Training Programs for Maintenance Staff
What areas of training are needed to improve efficiency and effectiveness?
Date of Last Maintenance Staff Skills Assessment
Budget Allocation for Maintenance Training (Annual)
Notes on resource constraints impacting PM optimization (e.g., staffing shortages, budget limitations)
Documentation & Reporting
Ensures accurate documentation of the optimized PM program and establishes reporting mechanisms to track performance.
Summary of Optimization Changes
Estimated Cost Savings (Annual)
Reduction in Downtime (Hours/Year)
Reporting Frequency (PM Optimization Review)
Date of Last PM Program Review
Supporting Data (e.g., Failure Analysis Reports)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Tracked
Document Control Status
Document Version Number
Continuous Improvement & Review
Establishes a process for ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and refinement of the PM optimization checklist and associated procedures.
Last Review Date
Frequency of Review (in months)
Summary of Review Findings
Areas of PM Program needing further investigation/improvement
Action Items Identified during Review
Target Completion Date for Action Items
Overall PM Program Health (Post-Review)
Reviewer Name
Reviewer Signature
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