During a pre-operation inspection of a telehandler, an operator discovers a significant cut on the sidewall of a load-bearing tire, approximately 75 mm long and 10 mm deep. According to CSA B354.7 and general safety practices, what is the immediate required action?

Question: During a pre-operation inspection of a telehandler, an operator discovers a significant cut on the sidewall of a load-bearing tire, approximately 75 mm long and 10 mm deep. According to CSA B354.7 and general safety practices, what is the immediate required action?

Answer options: ✅ Tag out the telehandler and report the defect for repair or replacement.

• Note the defect and proceed with operation, monitoring the tire for further damage.
• Reduce the load capacity by 25% for the shift and operate with caution.
• Inflate the tire to maximum pressure to prevent further damage.

Correct answer: Tag out the telehandler and report the defect for repair or replacement.

Explanation: CSA B354.7 emphasizes that any condition affecting the safe operation of the telehandler, such as significant tire damage, requires the machinery to be taken out of service immediately and tagged out until properly repaired or replaced. Operating with such a defect is highly unsafe.