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How to manage preventive maintenance

Fixing things before they break is cheaper. How small teams can run preventive maintenance.

Fixing things before they break is cheaper. How small teams can run preventive maintenance.

Short answer: List critical equipment, set maintenance intervals, schedule recurring tasks with checklists, and record every check with a photo so you can prove it was done.

Start with critical equipment

Focus on what stops work or creates safety risks if it fails.

Schedule it

Use manufacturer intervals or experience. Each becomes a recurring task.

Keep records

Completed tasks with photos are your maintenance log for audits.

Frequently asked questions

Preventive or reactive maintenance?

Both. Preventive work reduces the reactive work, but you’ll always need to handle surprises.

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