ABSTRACT
The maintenance department is responsible and accountable for maintenance. It is responsible for the way equipment runs and looks and for the costs incurred in achieving the required level of performance. Once the maintenance objectives are outlined, the next step is to formulate the maintenance strategy and action plan: what type of maintenance needs to be done, who should execute the maintenance tasks, when to do it, and how often it can be done. In general, maintenance decision-making can be broadly explained in terms of maintenance actions (basic tasks), maintenance policies, and maintenance concepts, etc. The objective of the maintenance function is to ensure that assets continue to support the business objectives and service delivery requirements. Maintenance itself also ensures that the capital investment in the asset is preserved, and is consistent with its age and market value. The purpose of planning is to ensure that short- and long-term objectives are achieved in an efficient and effective manner.
