Which of the following is a common device malfunction you should report after an OC deployment?

• A. Clogging, nozzle blockage, misfire, inconsistent spray pattern, or failure to depress safety mechanisms as designed.
• B. A properly functioning spray with no issues.
• C. Nozzle design changes to optimize spray.
• D. The device automatically logs data.

Answer: (B)

After OC deployment, report any signs that the device did not operate as intended. Common malfunctions include clogging or nozzle blockage, a misfire, an inconsistent spray pattern, or a failure to depress safety mechanisms as designed. These issues indicate the device didn’t perform reliably, which can affect safety for you and others and may point to a maintenance or component fault that needs inspection or replacement. A spray that is functioning properly with no issues is not something to report as a malfunction. Likewise, changes to nozzle design would be part of device development or maintenance decisions, not a malfunction report, and automatic data logging is a feature that records events rather than a fault. When reporting, document what happened, the time, environmental conditions, the device’s serial number, and any visible damage, and follow your agency or manufacturer’s incident reporting procedures.