What should be done if the WPFR fails inspection?

• A. Destroy, remove from service and replace
• B. Rebuild the device
• C. Use a different device
• D. Do nothing until next inspection

Answer: (A)

When safety-critical equipment fails inspection, it must be taken out of service and replaced. A failure means it no longer meets the required standards and could fail unexpectedly, risking injury or damage if you keep using it. Destroying the item prevents it from being reused in a compromised state and ensures you replace it with something that meets safety criteria.

Rebuilding the device doesn’t guarantee it will meet all standards or remain reliable, and using a different device doesn’t address the defective item you just tested. Doing nothing until the next inspection is unsafe, as the fault could worsen or go undetected.