Preventive Maintenance

Preventive maintenance (PM) extends equipment life and prevents costly breakdowns:

• Reduced downtime - Scheduled maintenance vs emergency repairs • Cost savings - Fixing small issues before they become big problems • Safety - Regular checks catch hazards early • Compliance - Many regulations require documented maintenance • Guest experience - Equipment works when guests need it

Create PM schedules based on:

• Manufacturer recommendations - Check equipment manuals • Usage patterns - High-use equipment needs more frequent attention • Environment - Dusty or humid conditions may require more maintenance • Regulatory requirements - Fire systems, lifts, etc. have mandated intervals

Common intervals: • Daily - Safety checks, visual inspections • Weekly - Pool chemicals, generator test runs • Monthly - Filter cleaning, lubrication • Quarterly - Deep cleaning, calibration • Annually - Major servicing, certifications

Each PM schedule includes a checklist of tasks:

• Required items - Must be completed for the PM to be marked done • Optional items - Complete if time/resources allow

Good checklists are: • Specific and actionable • In logical order • Include safety precautions • Note tools/parts needed

Monitor PM completion rates to ensure nothing falls through the cracks:

• On time - Completed before or on due date • Late - Completed but after due date • Overdue - Not yet completed, past due date

Aim for 90%+ on-time completion. Investigate patterns if certain PMs are consistently late.