Maintenance and Engineering

Autonomous Maintenance for Operators

Autonomous maintenance engages operators in caring for their own equipment through cleaning, inspection, lubrication and early problem detection. This course covers the steps of autonomous maintenance, initial cleaning, fixing sources of contamination, standards, operator inspections, visual controls and the partnership between operations and maintenance.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Operators are closest to equipment and can detect problems first. You will learn how to involve them effectively in maintenance.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Shop-floor exercises, standard creation workshops, case studies and visual management practice.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain autonomous maintenance and its benefits
Conduct initial cleaning and inspection
Address sources of contamination and hard-to-reach areas
Create cleaning, inspection and lubrication standards
Train operators in basic inspections
Build partnership between operators and maintenance

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Production supervisors and operators
Maintenance supervisors
TPM coordinators
Plant managers
Continuous improvement staff

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Operator engagement
Standard creation
Basic inspection
Visual management
Cross-functional teamwork

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Autonomous Maintenance

09:00–10:08TPM pillars
10:08–11:00Operator role
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Operator role (continued)
11:45–12:53Benefits
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Initial Cleaning

09:00–10:08Cleaning as inspection
10:08–11:00Tagging abnormalities
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Tagging abnormalities (continued)
11:45–12:53Safety
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Contamination and Access

09:00–10:08Sources of contamination
10:08–11:00Improving access
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Improving access (continued)
11:45–12:53Countermeasures
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Standards

09:00–10:08Cleaning and lubrication standards
10:08–11:00Inspection checklists
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Inspection checklists (continued)
11:45–12:53Visual controls
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 5Sustaining

09:00–10:08Operator training
10:08–11:00Audits
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Audits (continued)
11:45–12:53Partnership
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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