Maintenance Strategies Quiz

Which type of maintenance is performed only after equipment failure occurs?

• Preventive Maintenance

• Condition-Based Maintenance

• Maintenance by Fire

• Risk-Based Maintenance

Which of the following best describes Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM)?

• Scheduled maintenance at fixed intervals

• Maintenance based on real-time monitoring of equipment condition

• Maintenance performed only when failure occurs

• Routine maintenance regardless of equipment status

What is the main drawback of 'Maintenance by Fire' in maritime applications?

• High upfront cost

• Increased safety risks and unexpected downtime

• Requires constant monitoring

• It leads to unnecessary maintenance

Which maintenance strategy relies on predictive analytics to determine when maintenance is needed?

• Planned Maintenance

• Risk-Based Maintenance

• Condition-Based Maintenance

• Corrective Maintenance

What is the primary purpose of ISO 55000 in maintenance management?

• Defines best practices for condition-based monitoring

• Establishes predictive maintenance techniques

• Provides guidelines for asset management strategies

• Describes reactive maintenance procedures

Which maintenance approach aims to minimize failures by replacing components before they break?

• Corrective Maintenance

• Predictive Maintenance

• Preventive Maintenance

• Reactive Maintenance

Which technology is most commonly used in predictive maintenance for early fault detection?

• Ultrasonic testing

• Vibration analysis

• Manual inspection

• Visual monitoring

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of preventive maintenance?

• Reduced equipment lifespan

• Increased operational efficiency

• Improved safety

• Lower long-term costs

In predictive maintenance, what does oil analysis primarily help detect?

• Misalignment of rotating components

• Overheating in engine bearings

• Metal particles indicating wear and tear

• Incorrect lubrication application

A sudden failure in a ship’s propulsion system would require which type of maintenance?

• Predictive Maintenance

• Corrective Maintenance

• Preventive Maintenance

• Condition-Based Maintenance