Vehicle maintenance pro : the A to Z guide to managing your vehicle maintenance operation

This book offers practical advice on selecting best vehicles for the job, tracking costs and repairs, developing maintenance standard, and organizing the shop for maximum efficiency. Explains how to conduct a hazardous waste audit, determine the number of mechanics needed, and evaluate the company's maintenance policies and procedures. Includes equipment specifications (Part 571) for new vehicles. Includes applicable DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations, plus samples and diagrams. � Read more... Abstract: This book offers practical advice on selecting best vehicles for the job, tracking costs and repairs, developing maintenance standard, and organizing the shop for maximum efficiency. Explains how to conduct a hazardous waste audit, determine the number of mechanics needed, and evaluate the company's maintenance policies and procedures. Includes equipment specifications (Part 571) for new vehicles. Includes applicable DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations, plus samples and diagrams Content: Cover Title Copyright Introduction Credits Table of Contents Shop Operations Determining Maintenance Schedules Introduction -- Why a maintenance manual Fleet maintenance organization Why have PM and schedules Determining PM intervals Determining PM checklists Documenting preventive maintenance Example of a PM schedule Driver's role in PM Case study Sample maintenance and inspection forms Parts Management Sourcing Parts Tracking parts Warranty program Stocking parts: The inventory Recordkeeping Maintenance and repair recordkeeping Analyzing Data. The Computer and the ShopSummary Operational Planning The operational plan -- What is it? Why do operational planning at the department level? The six elements of operational planning Maintenance specific operational planning On-road repair plan Summary Vehicle Systems and Specifications Requirements and Accessories The purchasing process Equipment specification Equipment Specification Guide Available accessory equipment Improving Fuel Efficiency Driver habits and performance Implementing a fuel bonus Equipment specifications Inspection and Maintenance Summary. Emission SystemsEmission standards Diesel particulate filters Exhaust gas recirculation Selective catalytic reduction Clean fuels CARB Idle reduction laws Tire Management Introduction Purchasing considerations Maintenance Extending tire life Recordkeeping Failure analysis Summary Electronic Systems Electronic components Electronic safety systems System interoperability Personnel Recruiting, Training, and Retaining Technicians The maintenance manager/supervisor The technician Specialized training and certification Building the team Performance Evaluation The basics. Evaluation should reflect actual performanceEstablish goals for performance Delivering negative feedback Ensure consistency Performance evaluation criteria Training for performance evaluations How to conduct a performance evaluation Performance evaluations for technicians Time control Quality control Rework tracking Improving technician productivity after the evaluation Compliance Management DOT Part 393 -- Parts and Accessories Speed limiting Part 396 -- Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance Appendix G and the CVSA North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria. Part 391- Qualification of driversPart 395 -- Hours of Service Additional rules that apply to technicians who operate CDL vehicles on the roadway Compliance reviews OSHA Overview Rights and responsibilities under OSHA OSHA and the General Duty Clause Hazard Communications Standard Typical OSHA compliance issues Hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HAZWOPER) Surviving an OSHA inspection Organize for safety OSHA Training EPA An Overview of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Specific EPA programs and requirements Self Audits. DOT Self Audit -- Calculating factor rating for the Vehicle Factor portion of a Compliance Review. This book offers practical advice on selecting the best commercial motor vehicles for the job, tracking costs and repairs, developing a maintenance standard, and organizing the shop for maximum efficiency. It includes the equipment specifications (Part 571) for new vehicles.