Pemulihan Restoring the Function of 30 Lecture Hall Seats by Fixing Used Furniture on Campus

Don Radius Gerald Kabo; Josef Arnoldul Johny Sumajouw; Carter David Erenst Kandou; Denny Boy Pinasang

doi:10.55927/ijsd.v5i5.50

Authors

Don Radius Gerald Kabo Politeknik Negeri Manado
Josef Arnoldul Johny Sumajouw Politeknik Negeri Manado
Carter David Erenst Kandou Politeknik Negeri Manado
Denny Boy Pinasang Politeknik Negeri Manado

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ijsd.v5i5.50

Keywords:

Lecture Chairs, Furniture Repair, Reuse, Function Testing, Sustainable Campus

Abstract

This project aimed to restore the function of 30 lecture chairs with integrated writing desks at Manado State Polytechnic. Progress reports and notes K01–K30 were analyzed to categorize damages, actions, and results of function inspections. Work from June 8 to September 28, 2026, recorded the replacement of upholstery on all units; 21 units had seat upholstery issues and 17 units had backrest upholstery issues, with eight units having both. Thirteen actions were recorded in June, five in July, four in August, and eight in September. All 30 units showed positive function results. Findings indicate 100% coverage on physical actions, while program reports showed 80% progress. Signed test sheets, cost data, and placement evidence provided a standard safety assessment and utilization impact

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