Explanation should include
- equipment commonly found in a veterinary facility
- sources for acquiring, maintaining, and repairing equipment
- basic techniques to clean and maintain equipment
- the use and importance of warranties and other documents related to equipment.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What resources are available to assist the veterinary assistant or technician with equipment maintenance and repair procedures?
- What should be considered when placing and storing equipment with regard to space, environmental conditions, and access?
- What basic safety issues are involved in maintaining equipment?
- Why is it important to have maintenance records on all equipment?
- Why and how should one keep user manuals on all equipment?