A trainer notices a frayed cable on a resistance machine. What is the appropriate action?
- ATake the machine out of service and tag it, then report it at the end of the week
- BTake the machine out of service, tag it, and report it
- CTake it out of service and replace the cable with a spare part from the manufacturer
- DPost a warning sign and record the defect in the maintenance log
Show answer and explanations
Answer
B
Defective equipment is removed from use, clearly marked and reported for repair before anyone uses it.
A
Removing it from use is right, but the defect should be reported promptly so repair is not delayed.
C
A trainer's own repair is not a qualified inspection, and the defect still needs to be reported.
D
A warning and a log entry still leave a known hazard available for use.
B
Defective equipment is removed from use, clearly marked and reported for repair before anyone uses it.