After ITM service, the inspector must complete and attach an ITM tag, and if impairments are found, attach the appropriate yellow tag or red tag in accordance with the procedures in this subchapter.

After ITM service, the inspector must complete and attach an ITM tag, and if impairments are found, attach the appropriate yellow tag or red tag in accordance with the procedures in this subchapter.

• A. Attach ITM tag only; yellow or red tag not allowed
• B. Attach ITM tag and yellow tag only; never red tag
• C. Attach ITM tag and red tag only; never yellow tag
• D. Attach ITM tag, and yellow or red tag as applicable

Answer: (D)

After ITM service, you want to clearly communicate two things: that maintenance has been completed and what the item’s current condition is. The ITM tag shows that the service is done and the item can be considered for return to service, but if impairments are found, you must also attach a tag that communicates the specific condition and any usage restrictions. The yellow tag typically indicates a condition that needs attention or repair (a watch-and-worsen scenario), while the red tag indicates a more critical impairment that prohibits operation until fixed. Following the subchapter’s procedures ensures the right tag is used for the actual condition, so anyone handling the item understands its status. That’s why the correct approach is to attach the ITM tag and the yellow or red tag as applicable. The other options omit or restrict the impairment tagging, which could mislead users about the item’s safety or serviceability.

After ITM service, you want to clearly communicate two things: that maintenance has been completed and what the item’s current condition is. The ITM tag shows that the service is done and the item can be considered for return to service, but if impairments are found, you must also attach a tag that communicates the specific condition and any usage restrictions. The yellow tag typically indicates a condition that needs attention or repair (a watch-and-worsen scenario), while the red tag indicates a more critical impairment that prohibits operation until fixed. Following the subchapter’s procedures ensures the right tag is used for the actual condition, so anyone handling the item understands its status. That’s why the correct approach is to attach the ITM tag and the yellow or red tag as applicable. The other options omit or restrict the impairment tagging, which could mislead users about the item’s safety or serviceability.