If the copier malfunctions during reproduction of classified material, what should you do?

If the copier malfunctions during reproduction of classified material, what should you do?

• A. Leave the copier and continue
• B. Do not leave the copier; request help; fix the problem; verify no classified pages remain
• C. Turn it off and walk away
• D. Call the vendor for service and continue with other tasks

Answer: (B)

When handling classified material, you must immediately secure any device involved and ensure all copies are accounted for. If the copier malfunctions during reproduction, the correct action is to stay at the device, request assistance from the appropriate authority, address the problem, and verify that no classified pages remain in the machine or output area. This keeps control of the materials in your possession, prevents leakage, and ensures you don’t lose track of sensitive copies while the issue is resolved. Leaving the copier unattended could allow pages to be accessed by unauthorized individuals. Turning it off and walking away leaves the material without supervision and may prevent proper verification that no classified pages are left in the device or tray. Calling the vendor and continuing with other tasks delays security-by-keeping and may fail to ensure all copies are secured and accounted for.

When handling classified material, you must immediately secure any device involved and ensure all copies are accounted for. If the copier malfunctions during reproduction, the correct action is to stay at the device, request assistance from the appropriate authority, address the problem, and verify that no classified pages remain in the machine or output area. This keeps control of the materials in your possession, prevents leakage, and ensures you don’t lose track of sensitive copies while the issue is resolved.

Leaving the copier unattended could allow pages to be accessed by unauthorized individuals. Turning it off and walking away leaves the material without supervision and may prevent proper verification that no classified pages are left in the device or tray. Calling the vendor and continuing with other tasks delays security-by-keeping and may fail to ensure all copies are secured and accounted for.