Describe basic maintenance requirements for vehicles and equipment essential to the outdoor recreation, parks, and tourism industry.

Description should include

  • engine maintenance
  • brake maintenance
  • winterization
  • battery jumping, charging, and replacing
  • fluid changing
  • blade sharpening
  • troubleshooting common problems.

Equipment that should be covered includes

  • trucks
  • tractors
  • mowers
  • two-stroke engines
  • ATVs
  • golf carts
  • snowmobiles
  • snowplows
  • dump trucks.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How does scheduling maintenance benefit the operator?
  • What is the importance of blade balance on lawn mowers after sharpening?
  • When is the best time to perform preventive maintenance?