Georgia Hunter Safety Practice Exam

If an EED is questionable, what should happen to it?

1. It should be repaired

2. It should be cleaned

3. It should be marked

4. It should be removed

The correct answer is: It should be removed

When an EED (Electrical Equipment Device) is deemed questionable, the correct course of action is to remove it from use. This ensures that any potential risk associated with malfunctioning or uncertain equipment is mitigated. Removing the device prevents anyone from inadvertently using it, which could lead to dangerous situations or accidents. The focus on safety is paramount in situations dealing with equipment that could fail during operations, particularly in activities such as hunting or any scenario involving shooting. By removing an EED that raises concerns, individuals ensure that only reliable and safe equipment is being utilized, maintaining a secure environment. In contrast, merely repairing, cleaning, or marking the device does not address the underlying issues that made it questionable in the first place. These actions could still leave room for risk, allowing the potentially flawed equipment to remain accessible or to be mistaken for safe gear. Only the removal of the EED eliminates that risk entirely.