Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the CMRP Exam with flashcards and multiple-choice questions. Each question includes hints and explanations. Set yourself up for success!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.

What aspect does RCM prioritize after safety?

Efficiency/productivity
Cost-effectiveness
Training of personnel
Operational speed

The correct answer is: Cost-effectiveness

Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) is a systematic approach used to determine the maintenance requirements of physical assets in their operating context. After addressing safety, RCM prioritizes cost-effectiveness. This focus aims to create strategies that optimize maintenance effectiveness while minimizing costs. In the context of RCM, cost-effectiveness is examined in terms of the balance between the costs involved in maintenance activities (like labor, parts, and downtime) and the benefits that arise from those activities, such as improved reliability and availability of assets. By ensuring maintenance strategies are cost-effective, organizations can allocate resources to achieve the best outcomes without incurring unnecessary expenses. Prioritizing cost-effectiveness ensures that the maintenance program supports the overall business goals, allowing organizations to invest wisely in resources that enhance asset performance while minimizing waste and reducing total cost of ownership.