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During a routine pre-shift inspection, a wheel loader operator discovers a significant crack in a main structural frame member. As per WorkSafeBC regulations and best practices, what is the appropriate immediate action?
WorkSafeBC regulations (e.g., OHS Section 4.3) require that equipment with defects affecting its safe operation be immediately removed from service, tagged out,
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Question: During a routine pre-shift inspection, a wheel loader operator discovers a significant crack in a main structural frame member. As per WorkSafeBC regulations and best practices, what is the appropriate immediate action?
Answer options:
- Proceed with operation while monitoring the crack, and report it at the end of the shift.
- Attempt to temporarily repair the crack with welding or bracing before starting work. ✅ Tag out the machine, report the defect to supervision, and do not operate it.
- Use the machine for light-duty tasks only until a repair can be scheduled.
Correct answer: Tag out the machine, report the defect to supervision, and do not operate it.
Explanation: WorkSafeBC regulations (e.g., OHS Section 4.3) require that equipment with defects affecting its safe operation be immediately removed from service, tagged out, and reported. Operating equipment with structural damage is a serious hazard.
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