What must be done if a vehicle is laid up for repairs?

• A. It must be referred to the maintenance shop for repair
• B. It should be parked in the lot
• C. It should be assigned to another operator
• D. It should be returned to the user after inspection

Answer: (A)

When a vehicle is taken out of service for repairs, the correct action is to send it to the maintenance shop for repair work under an official work order. This ensures that qualified technicians diagnose and fix the issue properly, maintain safety, and keep accurate maintenance records. It also prevents the vehicle from being used while it’s not ready, which could lead to more damage or safety risks. Simply parking the vehicle in the lot doesn’t start repairs or document the work, while assigning it to another operator could bypass maintenance controls and create safety or accountability problems. Returning the vehicle to use before repairs are completed and verified is not appropriate, since it must be repaired and inspected first.