An operator is conducting the mandatory daily inspection of a telehandler as per CSA B335. During the inspection, they discover that the hydraulic line to the boom lift cylinder has a noticeable leak, and the pressure gauge is fluctuating. What is the required action according to the standard?

Question: An operator is conducting the mandatory daily inspection of a telehandler as per CSA B335. During the inspection, they discover that the hydraulic line to the boom lift cylinder has a noticeable leak, and the pressure gauge is fluctuating. What is the required action according to the standard?

Answer options:

• Reduce the maximum load capacity for the day and proceed with caution.
• Clean the leak, monitor it closely, and report it to the supervisor at the end of the shift. ✅ Tag the telehandler out of service immediately and report the defect.
• Attempt a temporary repair using a hydraulic hose clamp and duct tape.

Correct answer: Tag the telehandler out of service immediately and report the defect.

Explanation: CSA B335 mandates that any defects found during inspections that could affect the safe operation of the lift truck, such as a hydraulic leak impacting boom function, must result in the equipment being tagged out of service immediately. Attempting to operate or make temporary repairs are unsafe and non-compliant actions.