Maintenance of Mechanical Equipment in Minnesota Schools, 1968 Survey.
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| Title: | Maintenance of Mechanical Equipment in Minnesota Schools, 1968 Survey. |
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| Authors: | Larson, R. E., Rust, L. W., Minnesota State Dept. of Education, St. Paul. |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 71 |
| Publication Date: | 1968 |
| Sponsoring Agency: | Louis W. and Maud Hill Family Foundation, St. Paul, Minn. |
| Descriptors: | Bibliographies, Custodian Training, Engineering Technicians, Equipment Maintenance, Fuel Consumption, Heating, Mechanical Skills, Repair, School Buildings, School Maintenance |
| Abstract: | Results of a one-year research program to study maintenance procedures for operating mechanical equipment were based on the determination of--(1) the present condition and level of performance of operating mechanical equipment, (2) the problems encountered by school administrators and custodial engineers pertaining to operating mechanical equipment. , and (3) the general level of competance exhibited by custodial "ngineers. The program consisted of a preliminary investigation followed by the establishment of an advisory committee, a questionnaire phase, and an on-site visit phase. The results indicate a high percentage of mechanical equipment in need of repair, poor heating practices in many buildings, water chemistry associated with boiler operation in need of attention, a lack of preventative maintenance programs and a need for additional maintenance training. Some of the recommendations of the study are--(1) the addition of an engineering staff to the school plant planning section of the Department of Education, (2) the establishment of training programs, and (3) the preparation of a maintenance procedure manual. A short bibliography is included. (NI) |
| Journal Code: | RIEAPR1969 |
| Entry Date: | 1969 |
| Accession Number: | ED024236 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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