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Congratulations Maintenance Awareness Month Quiz Winners!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026 Maintenance Awareness Month quiz. Employees across the company put their knowledge of repairs, preventive maintenance and fleet care to the test.

Congratulations to the winners below. Your Republic Services diecast truck is on the way!

Eugene B., Chemical Process Operator, Romulus, MI
Tucker R., Fleet Maintenance Manager, Commerce City, CO
Amanda H., Gate Attendant/Scale Operator, Elyria, OH
Craig A., Maintenance Shop Lead Mechanic, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Lance L., Maintenance Shop Technician, Cheyenne, WY

 

Maintenance Awareness Month Quiz Answer Key (correct answers are bolded):
  1. Why is it important to inspect the battery disconnect switch and related battery cables?
    1. To confirm the switch operates properly
    2. To check for corrosion caused by poor insulation
    3. To inspect for fluid contamination near the cable insulation
    4. All of the above
  2. Which statement is true about the AHI module and its primary components?
    1. The AHI system includes the AHI module, fuel and air lines, and the 7th injector.
    2. AHI is part of the EATS and monitors and controls the injection of fuel into the DPF.
    3. Both statements are correct.
    4. Neither statement is correct.
  3. How often should an “A PM” be completed for a standard collection fleet vehicle?
    1. Every 100 hours
    2. Every 250 hours
    3. Every 500 hours
    4. Once per year
  4. What is the required VCR retention period?
    1. 30 days
    2. 60 days
    3. 90 days plus the current month
    4. One year
  5. What should the front tire inflation be set to for a standard 315/80R22.5 tire?
    1. 100 PSI
    2. 110 PSI
    3. 120 PSI
    4. 130 PSI
  6. What is the reflective tape on the sides and rear of a vehicle called?
    1. Safety striping
    2. Conspicuity tape
    3. Reflective backing
    4. Visibility tape
  7. After installing a wheel on a refuse truck, which method should be used to ensure the wheel fasteners are tightened to the proper specification?
    1. Tighten them with an impact wrench until they feel tight.
    2. Use a calibrated torque wrench or approved torque system according to the manufacturer specifications.
    3. Tighten them as much as possible to prevent loosening.
    4. Tighten them by hand and recheck them at the end of the shift.
  8. Why is PM compliance important?
    1. It helps manage vehicle costs by preventing unnecessary wear.
    2. Scheduled repairs help maximize truck availability.
    3. Quality PMs help identify defects early and improve service reliability.
    4. All of the above