If the IA delegates tasks, what must the IA ensure?

If the IA delegates tasks, what must the IA ensure?

• A. That the technician's salary is paid.
• B. That the delegate signs off on their own.
• C. That the person who delegates ensures the work uses approved data and that final sign-off is accurate; IA remains responsible.
• D. That the work is done only by non-licensed personnel.

Answer: (C)

When an IA delegates tasks, the responsibility for the work doesn’t disappear—it's still the IA’s duty to ensure the job is done properly. The IA must make sure that any delegated work is performed using approved, current data (manufacturer manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, etc.) and that the final sign-off accurately reflects what was completed. The person who delegates handles verifying that the data used is correct and that the results and paperwork are accurate, but the IA remains ultimately responsible for the inspection’s compliance and validity. Payroll or who does the work isn’t the point; what matters is proper data use, accurate signing, and maintaining overall accountability.

When an IA delegates tasks, the responsibility for the work doesn’t disappear—it's still the IA’s duty to ensure the job is done properly. The IA must make sure that any delegated work is performed using approved, current data (manufacturer manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, etc.) and that the final sign-off accurately reflects what was completed. The person who delegates handles verifying that the data used is correct and that the results and paperwork are accurate, but the IA remains ultimately responsible for the inspection’s compliance and validity. Payroll or who does the work isn’t the point; what matters is proper data use, accurate signing, and maintaining overall accountability.