What is the recommended approach to warning indicators?

• A. They indicate maintenance only; not urgent.
• B. They should never be ignored.
• C. They can be ignored if it seems minor.
• D. They require action only during emergencies.

Answer: (B)

Warning indicators are meant to alert you to conditions that could affect safety and performance. They signal that something in the system isn’t functioning properly, and acting on them helps prevent bigger problems, unsafe situations, or equipment failure down the line. Because those signs can escalate, you shouldn’t ignore them—even if the issue seems minor at first. Addressing them early keeps you and the operation safer and more reliable, and it helps you avoid emergencies that could have been prevented with proactive action. Waiting for a true emergency or assuming a minor symptom will go away on its own increases risk and can lead to more serious downtime.