June 1999 2. The director of Purchasing prepares bid and awards oil analysis contract. July 1999 3. Assistant shop foremen conduct training on proper oil sampling procedures. August 1999 4.
Mechanics begin using the oil analysis program.
The oil analysis program could pay for itself if two engines per year are saved from catastrophic failure. An effective preventative maintenance program is enhanced by a vehicle maintenance information system that provides complete management tracking of preventative maintenance schedules, labor and part costs, services performed, repairs made, and fuel used. The district is not using the Gateway automated system to track due dates for preventative maintenance. Monthly odometer mileage taken from each bus is compiled and the assistant shop foreman schedules the appropriate service. Both systems can track parts usage and cost, record labor hours used on each work order, schedule preventive maintenance, and determine if PMs are conducted on time.