Facility Maintenance

Course Title: Facility Maintenance Training Course

Duration: 3 days (6 hours per day)
Target Audience: Facility managers, maintenance supervisors, and technical staff

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the fundamental principles of facility maintenance management.
2. Learn how to design and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
3. Gain knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.
4. Develop skills for using modern maintenance tools and technologies.
5. Enhance decision-making and troubleshooting capabilities for facility systems.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

1. Assess the current condition of facilities and prioritize maintenance needs.
2. Create maintenance schedules and workflows for different systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
3. Identify and apply appropriate maintenance strategies to extend the lifecycle of equipment.
4. Implement effective cost-control measures for facility maintenance operations.
5. Use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking and reporting tasks.
6. Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations in maintenance activities.
7. Troubleshoot common facility issues and recommend corrective actions.

Methodology

The course will use a mix of the following instructional strategies to ensure effective learning:

1. Lectures and Presentations
   • Delivered by industry experts with real-world case studies.
   • Use of visuals and multimedia for enhanced understanding.
2. Hands-on Activities
   • Simulations of maintenance tasks using tools and equipment.
   • Interactive sessions for troubleshooting scenarios.
3. Group Discussions and Role Play
   • Collaborating on creating maintenance strategies.
   • Mock exercises to practice safety protocols and decision-making.
4. Case Studies
   • Analysis of real-life facility maintenance challenges and solutions.
5. Assessments and Quizzes
   • Daily quizzes to reinforce learning.
   • Final assessment to evaluate overall understanding.
6. Site Visit (Optional)
   • Visit a local facility to observe maintenance practices in action.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Facility Maintenance

• Overview of facility maintenance
• Types of maintenance: Preventive, predictive, and corrective
• Tools and technologies in facility maintenance
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance

Day 2: Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Developing maintenance schedules and workflows
• Asset lifecycle management
• Troubleshooting and diagnostics for common systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)

Day 3: Advanced Topics and Practical Application

• Energy efficiency in facilities
• Cost management and budgeting
• Emergency response and risk management
• Practical hands-on activities and assessments