Poorly maintained resources can lead to various issues, such as equipment failures, unplanned downtime, and reduced efficiency. These issues can have a significant impact on production and profitability, as well as on the safety and well-being of employees. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain equipment properly, even during these challenging times, to ensure that they remain in good working condition and can operate at optimal levels.

(a)Differentiate between preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance along with appropriate examples based on the current endemic situation.

(b)With the aid of a diagram, explain the balance between preventive and breakdown maintenance.

(c)Explain in detail the techniques for establishing maintenance policies.