OC Maintenance

Event Coordinator 

Greg Hill
Operations Manager
Mount Pleasant Waterworks

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Event Vice Coordinator 

Lee Heath 
Support Services Manager
HRSD, Virginia






 

2026 Vaughan Maintenance Event Preliminary Procedure 

Maintenance Event Tutorial
Tutorials should be used as an overall suggestion not 100% accurate

2026 Maintenance Event Judging Sheet
Head Judge |  Judge 1  |  Judge 2  |  Judge 3  |  Judge 4 *NEW
Event Coordinators:  Please Incorporate the penalty clarifications and pay close attention to the Q&A. The clarifications are in red text.  Also, send in a question below when setting up event.  Sheets are available in excel for event coordinators upon request.
The judging sheets are provided primarily for event coordinators and judges information only. They are not part of the procedures or the rules of the event. They are for reference only and do not govern; the event descriptions govern. They are updated periodically and are subject to change at any time, without notice. They may not be used in any form of protest or question. There may be actions that are penalties that are not explicitly listed as an example on the penalty sheet.

Computerized Electrical Check Sheet Training Video 

Free opsCTRL shared training account 

For more information on the Free or Paid opsCTRL Training options, please complete the contact form at https://info.inctrl.com/operations-challenge-training-program-2026. An inCTRL team member will get back to you within 1-2 business days with next steps.

  • If you are certain you would like to purchase or renew the opsCTRL Training paid option for 2026, please complete the following Order Form and send to opschallenge@inctrl.com for processing.
  • A 4.55% processing fee applies to credit card payments.
  • Please reference “Operations Challenge” on all correspondence, including emails and purchase orders.

This version will be delivered via a shared training account, meaning all teams will use the same account and will be able to see one another’s training logs.

For teams who have already purchased or wish to purchase the full paid version, you’ll continue to enjoy access to your private team accounts, allowing for exclusive use and training logs.

If you have any questions or would like to register for access to the shared account, please reach out to opschallenge@inctrl.com

opsCTRL Maintenace Training Video *NEW 2/20/26



Maintenance Event Dashboard

Vaughan FilesEquipment InformationCTRL/opsCTRL Files
opsCtrl Software Information
opsCtrl Sole Source Letter
opsCtrl W-9

Required equipment, the iPad, case, and stylus that will be used are included in the platform information document, but also listed here:

o        Tablet (preferred Apple iPad 11-inch; 11th generation; 2025; however, any tablet or smartphone can be used)

o        Internet connection  (opsCTRL is cloud based)

o        Tablet case (optional but recommended timecity for iPad (A16) 11th) 

o        Stylus (optional but recommended GCHMDE stylus pen for touchscreen) 


opsCTRL Maintenace Training Video *NEW 2/20/26







Ask A Question

Questions are accepted up until 9/18/26. Questions can be asked at the pre-competition meeting on Monday, September 28 in New Orleans.

QuestionAnswerDate
Is there going to be an update to the event description this year, or are things staying as is?The 2026 Version will be published by 1/26/26. There are changes that will be in red text and/or strikethrough.

1/21/26

Are cable checks going to get entered in the iPad? As of now the software changed and it’s no longer included.The resistance checks for both cables has been removed, however the cable inspection is still required1/21/26
I notice on the computerized Electrical Check Sheet, it doesn't have the fields to input the resistance readings. Do we still need to check for resistance?No, resistance checks will not be required on either cable1/22/26
Is there an event lay out that can be shared similar to the safety and collections events?The event layout will be out by February 11, 2026. There is one in the website now. The new layout has minimal changes1/30/26
Is the Gantry fully erected at the start or is it partially erected like last year?Fully erected2/12/26
Will every member need to sign a separate tag, also can you stack locks on top of other things on the table at the start I.e. on top of straps, etc?Only the Electrician signs/dates the LOTO tag. You can stack the locks however you want ( set-up table) during the 3-minute walk-through.2/27/26
We are seeking clarification regarding the following portion of the event description:

I. Restore power to the control panel
Once the pump is set, team members may remove their locks (the electrician last, red lock).

The description appears to indicate that team members may not remove their locks until the pump has fully touched the bottom of the well. This interpretation results in a group gathering at the electrical panel at the end of the event.

However, upon reviewing the Judge Sheet, the wording seems to differ.

Can team members remove their locks prior to the pump being fully lowered into the well, provided that the conditions outlined in the Judge Sheet are met water, pump, station, attached hook, clearly not being touched.		After the three team members move the pump over the designated pump set area, the 3rd team member can unlock, then refer to I.4 in the description”.  As stated on the website, penalty sheets are for reference only and do not govern.3/3/26
Does fully erected mean fully assembled and at lifting height?


At this time, it will be set at the lowest position, install the trolley/hoist, then raise to proper height. To be resolved after the SC comp

3/4/26
Will the trolley start on the gantry now that it is fully erected? That top pin is a tough reach.

This situation will be resolved after the South Carolina event

3/4/26
Can gloves be placed on the computer table while entering data?
Not on the top shelf that has the iPad on it. The lower shelf is acceptable for placing your gloves on temporarily.
3/11/26