
COURSE INTRODUCTION
This practical programme gives participants a structured, workplace-focused understanding of Effective Spare Parts Management. Key areas include Introduction to spare parts management, Spare parts Management Logistics, and Spare Parts Inventory Management, with emphasis on equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness and operational performance. The programme connects key concepts with practical examples that participants can apply in their own workplace.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants should be able to:
- Explain the core concepts, terminology and working principles related to Effective Spare Parts Management.
- Apply structured methods and industry good practices for Introduction to spare parts management, Spare parts Management Logistics, and Spare Parts Inventory Management.
- Evaluate relevant mechanical & maintenance situations and identify risks, gaps and improvement opportunities.
- Translate the learning into practical workplace actions and sound technical decisions.
COURSE OUTCOME
Upon completion, participants will be better prepared to:
- Assess relevant workplace situations using the concepts and methods covered in Effective Spare Parts Management.
- Select and apply appropriate tools, checks or controls for Introduction to spare parts management, Spare parts Management Logistics, and Spare Parts Inventory Management.
- Recommend actions that support equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness and operational performance.
- Communicate findings, improvement opportunities and next steps clearly to relevant stakeholders.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Store room controllers, spare parts buyers, maintenance supervisors,
- All maintenance people who are involved in spare management.
COURSE CONTENT
- Module 1: Introduction to spare parts management: What is SPM?; Spare parts are expenses; Where does the money for spare comes from
- Module 2: Spare parts Management Logistics: Quality vs cost; Economic considerations; User considerations
- Module 3: Spare Parts Inventory Management: Current stock; Maximum stock; Minimum stock
- Module 4: Establishing spare parts criticalities: What is spare parts criticality; How to set component criticality; Establishing visual set up
- Module 5: “Spare Part Usage” cost reduction: Develop spare part usage record; Usage analysis; Establish failure consequences
- Module 6: Computerised spare parts management: What is CMMS; Advantages of CMMS; “ATLAS” demo
- Selection of right CMMS






