What does the Maintenance Requirement Card (OPNAV 4790/85) provide?

• A. Detailed procedures for performing maintenance requirements
• B. A list of spare parts
• C. A weekly schedule
• D. Training records

Answer: (A)

The Maintenance Requirement Card is a job aid that provides the detailed instructions for performing a specific maintenance task. It tells the technician exactly what actions to take, what tools and materials are needed, any safety precautions, prerequisites, and the criteria that determine when the task is complete correctly. This makes maintenance consistent and traceable, so each person follows the same steps and the work meets the required standards.

This isn’t a spare parts list, a weekly schedule, or training records. A spare parts list covers parts you might need to replace, a weekly schedule lays out when tasks should be done, and training records track what personnel have completed. The card focuses on how to perform the maintenance action itself, including the sequence of steps and acceptance criteria, so the task is done properly every time. For example, an oil-change card would specify the exact oil grade, quantities, filter to replace, torque specs, tools, safety steps, and how to verify the job is finished and documented.