Reactive vs Planned Maintenance Quiz

Which of the following best describes reactive maintenance?

• Performing maintenance at regular intervals to prevent failure

• Replacing equipment before it breaks down

• Repairing equipment only after it has failed

• Inspecting equipment to detect early signs of wear

What is the main goal of planned preventive maintenance?

• To increase the need for emergency repairs

• To prevent failures through scheduled maintenance activities

• To reduce maintenance costs by delaying repairs

• To use equipment until it breaks down

Which type of maintenance is more likely to cause unplanned downtime?

• Reactive Maintenance

• Planned Preventive Maintenance

• Both are equally likely

• Neither type of maintenance causes downtime

Which of the following is a disadvantage of reactive maintenance?

• Higher upfront labor planning

• Reduced spare parts inventory costs

• Increased risk of unexpected breakdowns and safety hazards

• Risk of frequent scheduled shutdowns

Which of the following tasks is an example of planned preventive maintenance?

• Waiting for a pump to leak before replacing it

• Replacing air filters every 3,000 hours

• Fixing a conveyor belt after it snaps

• Ignoring vibration in a motor until it stops working

Which of the following statements is true?

• Reactive maintenance is more cost-effective in the long term for critical assets

• Reactive maintenance requires detailed scheduling and documentation

• Planned preventive maintenance helps extend equipment lifespan

• Planned preventive maintenance increases the likelihood of emergency repairs