Which of the Following Is Not Characteristic of Preventive Maintenance

question 124

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not characteristic of preventive maintenance in JIT systems?

• A) Keeping machines operational
• B) Regular inspections of machines
• C) Workers helping to maintain their own equipment
• D) Operating machines properly
• E) Perceiving breakdowns as an opportunity for continuous quality improvement

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Definitions:

Direct Labor-Hours

The total hours worked by employees directly involved in manufacturing a product or providing a service, often used to allocate manufacturing overhead.

Machine-Hours

A measure of production activity that quantifies the total hours a machine is operated within a given period.

Forming Department

A division within a manufacturing process where raw materials are shaped into finished products or components.

Finishing Department

The section in a manufacturing process where products are completed, tested, and prepared for delivery.