maintenance standards
[/ˈmeɪntənəns ˈstændərdz/]
noun phrase
padrões de manutenção
1. Established criteria and specifications that define the level of care, repair, and upkeep required to keep equipment, facilities, or systems in proper working condition
The building failed to meet maintenance standards set by the municipal housing authority.
O edifício não atendeu aos padrões de manutenção estabelecidos pela autoridade municipal de habitação.
2. Documented procedures and schedules that ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently within acceptable performance parameters
The aircraft must comply with strict maintenance standards before every flight.
A aeronave deve estar em conformidade com rigorosos padrões de manutenção antes de cada voo.
3. Minimum requirements for cleanliness, functionality, and structural integrity in residential, commercial, or industrial properties
The rental property violated multiple maintenance standards regarding electrical safety and plumbing.
A propriedade alugada violou vários padrões de manutenção relacionados à segurança elétrica e encanamento.
In Brazil, maintenance standards are increasingly important in urban real estate and industrial sectors. Brazilian building codes (ABNT - Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) establish specific maintenance standards for residential and commercial properties. In the USA, maintenance standards vary by jurisdiction and industry, with particular emphasis in housing (HUD standards), aviation (FAA standards), and healthcare (CMS standards). Compliance is often legally mandated and violations can result in fines or facility closures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
maintain code standards
fall below maintenance standards
exceed maintenance standards
meet maintenance requirements
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