Management of industrial work practice equipment to support vocational competency development at SMKN 1 Negeri Besar, Way Kanan Regency

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This study aims to analyze practice-equipment management in supporting vocational competency development at SMKN 1 Negeri Besar, Way Kanan Regency. A descriptive qualitative approach was adopted using planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling (POAC) as the analytical framework. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation and analyzed across the four managerial functions. The findings show that equipment needs are planned through school deliberations, equipment use follows practical learning schedules, and basic management responsibilities have been assigned. Nevertheless, cross-program coordination, preventive maintenance, and inventory management remain challenging. The implementation summary indicates scores of 82% for planning, 78% for organizing, 80% for actuating, and 65% for controlling, with an overall average of 76%. Controlling emerged as the area requiring the greatest improvement. The study recommends phased digital inventory management, scheduled preventive maintenance, clearer assignment of responsibilities, and stronger partnerships with industry. Strengthening these managerial functions is expected to improve the organization and continuity of vocational practical learning.