Equipment should be placed in IEM Status II when...

Placing equipment in IEM (Inactive Equipment Maintenance) Status II is appropriate when the equipment is not going to be used for an extended period, specifically for 7 days or more, and it is also scheduled for overhaul. This classification is designed to streamline maintenance processes and ensure that necessary preparations are made for the upcoming overhaul, allowing for effective resource allocation and repair scheduling.

In this status, the equipment is recognized as non-operational with the expectation of significant maintenance work being performed. This ensures that all relevant personnel are aware that the equipment will not be available for use and that maintenance crews can prioritize their work appropriately.

Other scenarios, such as equipment being down and awaiting repair parts, or simply not being used for 7 days without the context of an overhaul, do not align with the specific criteria for Status II. Additionally, directives from the Officer of the Deck do not inherently dictate that equipment should be placed in Status II without a clear justification aligned with maintenance schedules or operational limitations.