CAFM Risk Management and Safety 3

Question 1

What is the CAFM-recommended approach when a driver is involved in a serious at-fault accident?

Accepted Answer

Suspend the driver pending a comprehensive root cause investigation

Answer

Suspending the driver pending a root cause investigation ensures safety while gathering facts before making employment or corrective action decisions.

Question 2

Which element is MOST critical to include in a post-accident investigation report?

Accepted Answer

Contributing factors and corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Answer

Identifying contributing factors and corrective actions transforms an accident report into a safety improvement tool rather than just a record of loss.

Question 3

A fleet's loss run shows a high frequency of low-severity backing accidents. The BEST corrective strategy is:

Accepted Answer

Install backup cameras and sensors fleet-wide and conduct backing safety training

Answer

Combining engineering controls (backup cameras/sensors) with training addresses both the physical hazard and driver behavior for backing incidents.

Question 4

Under DOT regulations, which drivers are required to participate in a drug and alcohol testing program?

Accepted Answer

Drivers operating commercial motor vehicles requiring a CDL

Answer

DOT/FMCSA drug and alcohol testing requirements apply specifically to CDL holders operating commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce.

Question 5

What is the primary function of a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)?

Accepted Answer

To document pre- and post-trip vehicle defects that require repair

Answer

DVIRs are required by FMCSA regulations to document vehicle defects found during pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring defects are reported and repaired before vehicles return to service.

CAFM - Certified Automotive Fleet Manager Practice Test

CAFM - Certified Automotive Fleet Manager Practice Test

CAFM Risk Management and Safety 3