What is the correct action if damaged equipment is found during operation?

What is the correct action if damaged equipment is found during operation?

• A. Tag out, remove from service, and report
• B. Continue operation after marking the item
• C. Ignore the damage if appearance is minor
• D. Repair while in use and continue

Answer: (A)

The main concept being tested is safe handling of equipment that is damaged. When you find damage during operation, the priority is to stop using the equipment immediately and prevent its energization or motion. Tagging the item communicates that it must not be operated, removing it from service physically prevents it from being started, and reporting goes to a supervisor or maintenance team so qualified personnel can inspect and repair it. This approach protects you and others from potential shocks, fires, or mechanical failure that could occur if damaged equipment continues to run. Continuing to operate after marking, ignoring the damage, or attempting to repair while in use all introduce serious risks and are not acceptable.

The main concept being tested is safe handling of equipment that is damaged. When you find damage during operation, the priority is to stop using the equipment immediately and prevent its energization or motion. Tagging the item communicates that it must not be operated, removing it from service physically prevents it from being started, and reporting goes to a supervisor or maintenance team so qualified personnel can inspect and repair it.

This approach protects you and others from potential shocks, fires, or mechanical failure that could occur if damaged equipment continues to run. Continuing to operate after marking, ignoring the damage, or attempting to repair while in use all introduce serious risks and are not acceptable.