What is the purpose of the 3-M self-assessment?

The primary purpose of the 3-M self-assessment is to evaluate the maintenance operations within work centers. This assessment helps to determine how well the maintenance processes and procedures are being executed, ensuring they comply with established policies and standards defined in the 3-M System. By conducting this self-assessment, a work center can identify strengths and weaknesses in its maintenance operations, leading to improvements in efficiency and effectiveness. This systematic evaluation fosters accountability and promotes a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance community, ensuring that all aspects of the maintenance management system are functioning optimally.

This understanding of maintenance operations is essential for crews to maintain readiness and operational capability, which aligns with the overall mission of the Navy.