This document discusses preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance involves regular actions like oiling, cleaning, and inspections to identify potential faults early and keep equipment functioning properly. It aims to maintain items in an acceptable condition through a combination of planned and unplanned maintenance actions as well as modifications. Routine maintenance refers to day-to-day tasks like cleaning, washing, and mopping. Preventive replacement aims to replace equipment before the end of its useful life to avoid catastrophic failures.