Question 1

The Uptime Elements can be used for:
A) A language allowing people in different jobs to communicate about common goals
B) A great way to show off your knowledge
C) A whip for management to make sure everything is being done
D) All

Accepted Answer

The Uptime Elements provide a common language and understanding for people in different roles and departments to communicate about common goals and objectives for reliable and effective asset management. It is not meant to be a tool for showing off knowledge or a means of management control.

Question 2

Can a maintenance supervisor ever bind the company into a contract?
A) Yes if he/she either has explicit agency or has done it in the past (implicit agency)
B) Yes why not he/she works there
C) Yes if he/she wants to go to jail
D) No way

Accepted Answer

An employee can have explicit agency, which means that the company has authorized them to perform certain duties, or implicit agency, which means that the company has allowed them to perform certain duties in the past, even if it wasn't explicitly communicated. Therefore, a maintenance supervisor with agency can bind the company into a contract.

Question 3

You are on the border and plan to build a tunnel so you can get parts in without paying duty. You pay the contractor to get started. The contractor disappears. You sue. Who is likely to win?
A) The contractor because the courts will not enforce a contract that breaks the law.
B) You win because the contractor failed his/her promise.
C) No one wins because the suit is thrown out for being frivolous.
D) The contractor has to pay back the deposit.

Accepted Answer

Contracts that involve illegal activities are generally considered void and unenforceable by courts. Since the purpose of the contract (building a tunnel to avoid duty) is illegal, the court is likely not to enforce it, favoring the contractor by default.

Question 4

Your organizations' mission:
A) Can be used to align all decisions with the companies' promises
B) Sounds good and hopefully fools customers to buy your products
C) Is artwork on the wall of the reception area and occasionally in ads.
D) Mission?

Accepted Answer

The mission statement should serve as a clear and concise explanation of the organization’s purpose and should be used to guide all decisions made by the company. It should be actionable and serve as a reminder to all stakeholders of the organization's promises and goals.

Question 5

ISO 55000 has a useful attribute for maintenance:
A) It can be leveraged to clean up and fully populate your CMMS asset register
B) It can be used to justify some cool new technology.
C) It can be used to hire reliability engineers
D) It can be used to get your folks to do the right thing

Accepted Answer

ISO 55000 provides a framework for establishing an asset management system, which includes proper asset identification and maintenance. Implementing ISO 55000 can help organizations clean up their asset registers and ensure all assets are properly tracked and maintained.

Question 6

Why is budgeting sometimes stupid.
A) it is designed to serve the whole company not just maintenance
B) It is entirely political
C) It is not based on real need but rather percent added to last year's numbers and then cut.
D) It seems to favor the departments who leaders are friends with the CFO.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Why is budgeting sometimes stupid.
A) it is...

Question 7

When we say critical assets we mean:
A) All (except none)
B) Assets that are very important to the mission of the company
C) Assets whose failure could cause deaths or multiple serious injuries.
D) Assets that cost a lot to fix
E) None

Accepted Answer

Critical assets include those that are very important to the mission of the company, those whose failure could cause deaths or multiple serious injuries, and those that cost a lot to fix.

Question 8

Criticality dictates
A) None
B) Where to put the asset
C) How fast you get there when someone get hurt
D) Whether to take pictures
E) All

Accepted Answer

Criticality refers to the importance or priority of an asset, system, or component based on its impact on operations or mission fulfillment. It does not directly dictate the physical location of an asset, response times for injuries, or whether to take pictures. These decisions are influenced by other factors such as safety protocols, operational procedures, and security policies.

Question 9

RCM, PMO etc. are initials for programs that cost money but are rarely useful.
A) They are initials for programs to determine maintenance strategy commonly based on criticality
B) The initials stand for things that common sense provides
C) They are just programs to sell you expensive consulting
D) They were borrowed from the medical field

Accepted Answer

RCM stands for Reliability Centered Maintenance, which is a program used to determine maintenance strategies based on criticality, while PMO stands for Project Management Office, which is used to oversee projects and ensure they are completed efficiently. While these programs may involve some cost, they are not generally considered to be useless and can provide significant benefits in terms of improving maintenance and project management processes. Therefore, choice B, C, and D are incorrect.

Question 10

A legally required PM is called a:
A) A mandatory PM
B) A statutory demand
C) Mens Rea (Latin Term for legal requirement)
D) Bull*hit government interference

Accepted Answer

A legally required PM is commonly referred to as a mandatory PM, which means that it is mandatory or required by law. The other choices are not accurate or professional.

Question 11

Short repairs are:
A) None
B) Repairs of short duration done by PM person under 5'-6"
C) Temporary repairs are done by the PM person
D) Any repair was done by anyone taking less than 60 minutes
E) Any operator care repair

Accepted Answer

The answer of Short repairs are:
A) None
B) Repairs of short...

Question 12

The best reasons for drones are
A) Speed, save money and safety
B) Cool factor and being at the forefront
C) Morale and motivation because who doesn't love cool tech.
D) Job security for the drone operator

Accepted Answer

The best reasons for drones are their speed, ability to save money, and the increased safety they provide. Using drones for tasks such as surveying, mapping, and inspection can speed up the process and save money compared to traditional methods. Additionally, using drones can reduce the risk of injury or death for workers in certain industries. While drones may also have a cool factor and provide job security for operators, these reasons are not as significant as the practical benefits of speed, cost savings, and safety.

Question 13

Big data is distinguished from big data 10 years ago by
A) All (except none)
B) Velocity (high speed data)
C) Variety (all kinds of data)
D) Veracity (accuracy)
E) Volume (amount)
F) None

Accepted Answer

The question asks for the difference between big data now and big data 10 years ago. The answer is that all the characteristics listed (velocity, variety, veracity, and volume) were present in big data 10 years ago, but the technology and tools needed to effectively manage and analyze them have improved significantly, making big data more accessible and useful in today's business world. Therefore, the best choice is A) All.

Question 14

What is the big deal with virtual reality?
A) Trainee can practice a skill without burning fuel, consuming materials, killing anyone or trashing the machine
B) All the big dogs are doing it
C) It's used by the military
D) If it doesn't work well they can sell it to a theme park.

Accepted Answer

Virtual reality allows for a safe and cost-effective way to train individuals in various skills without the risk of harm or damage to equipment. This is particularly useful in industries like healthcare, aviation, and manufacturing.

Question 15

What is the biggest thing you can do to improve the usage of your CMMS
A) Training, updated training and retraining
B) Use the best consultants to help you
C) Invest in the most up to date software
D) None of these

Accepted Answer

While all three options may contribute to better CMMS usage, improving training and ensuring that it stays updated and relevant is the biggest thing a company can do to get the most out of its CMMS investment. Well-trained employees will be more likely to use the system properly, which will lead to better data, more efficient maintenance management, and ultimately, better business outcomes. Investing in new software or hiring consultants won't matter much if employees don't know how to use the system effectively.

Question 16

Which item below is planning?
A) List Materials to do the job
B) Buy materials to do a job
C) Locate materials to do a job
D) Inspect materials to do a job

Accepted Answer

Planning involves creating a list of tasks and materials needed to complete a job. Therefore, listing materials to do the job is the best choice for planning. The other options involve actions related to purchasing, locating, or inspecting materials, which are not part of the planning stage.

Question 17

Which item below is scheduling?
A) Layout job steps on a calendar.
B) Figure out the duration of each job step
C) Determine what steps to take to do a job
D) Insure the job steps are safe

Accepted Answer

Scheduling involves the organization and planning of job steps on a calendar or timeline. The other options are not directly related to scheduling.

Question 18

The backlog is a problem if
A) All (except none)
B) It cannot be completed in a reasonable time
C) It is gradually increasing
D) There is almost none at all
E) None of these

Accepted Answer

A backlog becomes a problem if it cannot be completed in a reasonable time, is gradually increasing, or if there is almost none at all, indicating a potential lack of work or improper planning.

Question 19

The hardest thing about running a shutdown
A) Accurate feedback as to true job status
B) Making sure the contractors don't rob you blind
C) Stopping people from adding work
D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Accurate feedback as to true job status is the hardest thing about running a shutdown.

Question 20

If you have a worker having problems the first step is:
A) Have a private conversation
B) Send them to HR
C) Joke around with them in public
D) Start the paperwork to terminate them

Accepted Answer

The best choice is to have a private conversation with the worker to try to understand their problem and offer support or solutions. Sending them straight to HR or starting termination paperwork without trying to address the issue can cause unnecessary conflict and potential legal issues. Joking around with them in public is unprofessional and insensitive to their potential struggles.

Quiz 10: Exploring Various Topics in Workplace Safety, Learning, and Management

The Uptime Elements can be used for:

Can a maintenance supervisor ever bind the company into a contract?

You are on the border and plan to build a tunnel so you can get parts in without paying duty. You pay the contractor to get started. The contractor disappears. You sue. Who is likely to win?

Your organizations' mission:

ISO 55000 has a useful attribute for maintenance:

Why is budgeting sometimes stupid.

When we say critical assets we mean:

Criticality dictates

RCM, PMO etc. are initials for programs that cost money but are rarely useful.

A legally required PM is called a:

Short repairs are:

The best reasons for drones are

Big data is distinguished from big data 10 years ago by

What is the big deal with virtual reality?

What is the biggest thing you can do to improve the usage of your CMMS

Which item below is planning?

Which item below is scheduling?

The backlog is a problem if

The hardest thing about running a shutdown

If you have a worker having problems the first step is: