Sabrina engages in the controlling function of managing her oil and lube service when she monitors the service performance or lubricant conditions, compares them with planned standards, and takes corrective actions if necessary. This could involve keeping track of lubricant contamination levels, ensuring lubricant storage and handling procedures are followed to avoid contamination, and conducting lubricant analysis programs to detect and prevent equipment damage early on.
More specifically, controlling involves comparing the actual maintenance or service results to the planned objectives and making adjustments to processes to maintain quality and efficiency in oil and lube management.
For example, she controls by:
- Checking lubricant quality regularly through oil analysis.
- Ensuring proper storage and handling to prevent contamination.
- Taking corrective action if lubricant performance or equipment conditions deviate from expected standards.
This controlling function ensures that the oil and lube service operates efficiently, prolongs equipment life, and prevents costly breakdowns.
