Maintain tools and equipment.

Maintenance could include

  • checking and maintaining the oil level in the engines of power equipment
  • checking and maintaining tire pressure on equipment
  • maintaining fuel levels and using proper fuel or fuel mixtures
  • servicing and maintaining battery and electrical systems
  • loading, securing, and transporting equipment
  • performing minor tune-ups on engines.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is it important to check engine oil levels?
  • What are some safety precautions associated with loading, securing, and transporting equipment and machinery?
  • What happens if an improperly mixed fuel is used in machinery or equipment?