BUILDING MAINTENANCE METHOD
WHAT IS BUILDING MAINTENANCE? •
All activities that maintain facilities and equipment in good working order so that a system can perform as intended
BUILDING MAINTENANCE SCOPE http://www.hpw.qld.gov.au/SiteCollectionDocuments/MMFScopePan.pdf
1. SUBSTRUCTURE – basement, foundation, piles, floor structure 2. SUPERSTRUCTURE – columns, upper floor, staircases, roof, external wall, windows, internal wall, internal doors. 3. FINISHES – wall, floor and ceiling finishes. 4. FITTINGS – fitment, bolting 5. SERVICES – sanitary fixtures, sanitary plumbing, water supply, gas service, air con, fire protection, electric light and power, back up power, CCTV 6. EXTERNAL SERVICES – external drainage, external lighting
MAINTENANCE METHOD 1. PREDICTIVE / PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE. (MOST USED) •
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the key to solving problems before they become serious. http://www.buildings.com/article-details/articleid/3243/title/predictivemaintenance-a-key-to-maximizing-property-value.aspx
2. OPERATIONAL MAINTENANCE •
where equipment is maintained in using.
3. CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE •
where equipment is maintained after break down. This maintenance is often most expensive because worn equipment can damage other parts and cause multiple damages.
EXAMPLE BUILDING PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE http://www.cf.edu/departments/admin/plantops/preventative_maintenance.pdf
1. FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM (consist of fire hydrant, smoke alarm, fire alarm, fire extinguisher) •
Smoke alarm (6 month frequency)
-Battery efficiency (if not hard wired) -Connection conditions for proper wiring and deficiencies such as arcing or exposed wires -Housing condition •
Fire extinguisher ( 1 year frequency)
-Certification -Charge -Housing condition •
Fire alarm (1 month frequency)
-Battery efficiency -Hard wire connections -Housing condition -Overall condition
2. EMERGENCY GENERATOR (MONTHLY FREQUENCY) •
The emergency generator in a building should be maintained annually. However, during the calendar year, the fuel level, battery charge, cleanliness, and wiring shall be checked monthly. PM shall also be performed after each use of the generators.
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Operation
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Fuel level
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Oil and engine air filter conditions
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Battery charger condition
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Battery conditions for proper charge and connection
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Gauge conditions
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Circuit breaker conditions
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Activation device conditions (starter, pull cord, switches, etc.)
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Spark plug conditions
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Terminal conditions
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Belt conditions for deficiencies such as wear and stress
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Wiring conditions
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Cleanliness
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Overall condition
3. CCTV AND MONITOR Preventive maintenance of security systems is critical for occupant safety. •
Function
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Fixture integrity
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Mounting condition/stability
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Location accuracy
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General console condition
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Power source continuity
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Overall condition
