Emergency Repair and Maintenance MCQ

What is the main purpose of an emergency repair?

• To provide a long-term solution to equipment failure

• To restore operations temporarily until a permanent fix is applied

• To immediately replace all damaged components

• To increase maintenance costs

What should be the first action when performing an emergency repair?

• Shut down the affected system

• Identify the cause of the malfunction

• Conduct an inspection after the repair

• Apply sealing materials immediately

Which of the following is NOT classified as an emergency repair?

• Sealing fluid leaks

• Fixing mechanical failures

• Troubleshooting electrical issues

• Performing scheduled maintenance

Which tool is commonly used for temporarily stopping a pipe leak?

• Adjustable wrench

• Hammer

• Welding torch

• Pipe clamp

What critical safety measure must be followed before starting any emergency repair?

• Accelerate operations to reduce downtime

• Delay repairs until scheduled maintenance

• Implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures

• Avoid wearing protective equipment

How can a minor gas leak be temporarily managed?

• Applying epoxy putty

• Increasing system pressure

• Ignoring it if it seems small

• Waiting for maintenance personnel without taking action

If a hydraulic pump malfunctions in the engine room, what temporary solution can be used?

• Install a replacement pump immediately

• Apply a temporary seal or use a bypass system

• Shut down all equipment until further notice

• Call external specialists without attempting any repairs

Which factor makes emergency repairs more difficult?

• Availability of appropriate tools

• Limited access to resources and time constraints

• Well-trained maintenance personnel

• Immediate access to spare parts

Why is post-repair monitoring important after an emergency fix?

• To ensure the temporary repair remains effective

• To test the durability of emergency solutions

• To anticipate another emergency repair

• To apply additional temporary fixes if needed

What key information should always be recorded after performing an emergency repair?

• Ignoring minor problems that could occur later

• Documenting the issue, repair method, and outcome

• Relying on memory instead of written reports

• Only recording unsuccessful repairs