Facilities Manager how-to

How to Prioritize a Capital Repair List

Money is limited; risk is not.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Money is limited; risk is not. In short: list; rate; rate, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. List needed projects.

  2. Rate condition.

  3. Rate risk if it fails.

  4. Estimate costs.

  5. Rank by risk and cost.

  6. Present a multi-year plan.

Safety reminders for facilities managers

  • Maintain fire and life safety systems
  • Follow lockout/tagout for repairs
  • Manage asbestos and hazards
  • Keep emergency plans current

CMMS · Preventive maintenance · Work order · BAS · HVAC · Capital plan: see the full facilities manager glossary.

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