This document discusses autonomous maintenance (Jishu Hozen), which is a pillar of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). It outlines the initial preparation steps for Jishu Hozen, which include circle members understanding equipment functions and safety, forced deterioration, and the 7 types of abnormalities. The abnormalities can have a negative impact on productivity, quality, cost, delivery, and safety. Further steps are outlined for preparing tentative standards, general inspections, autonomous maintenance, standardization, and autonomous management. The 7 types of abnormalities covered are also defined.