This book provides the reader with the key multi functional engineering building blocks required for implementing proper Maintenance and Facilities Management. It is an accumulation of more than 30 years of 'on the job' multi disciplined general engineering knowledge and is a synopsis of the expert training gained. It has been written to assist Managers, Engineers, Tradesmen, Apprentice tradesmen or D.I.Y. specialists.System 'know how', increasing equipment efficiency, tight budget control, cost cutting implementation and freeing up capital are paramount to a business's survival. By applying the practical principles and practices outlined. Using hard and soft skills, a business and its personnel will quickly reap the benefits and rewards.This is most effective book I have ever read and truly covers every aspect of Maintenance and Facilities Management. It is compelling, interesting, and ground breaking in its method and approach. I have already applied the material here to excellent effect and would highly recommend this book for any aspiring engineer or manager as the one book they would ever need on the subjects. I think it will become a standard work in the years to come.- James Hayes - Lead Electrical Engineer, EESLA 'must read' for anyone involved in maintenance!! Brilliant!!- Peter Rafferty - Mechanical Engineer, FMS