Accident Reporting and Prevention Flashcards

Under OSHA regulations, how soon must an employer report a work-related fatality to OSHA?

Answer: Within 8 hours

OSHA requires employers to report any work-related fatality within 8 hours of learning about it.

Which of the following is considered a 'near miss' on a construction site?

Answer: An incident where injury almost occurred but did not

A near miss is an unplanned event that did not result in injury but had the potential to do so.

What does the acronym 'RIDDOR' stand for in UK health and safety regulations?

Answer: Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

RIDDOR stands for Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.

A worker fractures a finger on a construction site. Who is primarily responsible for ensuring this is reported to the relevant authority?

Answer: The employer

The employer holds primary legal responsibility for reporting reportable injuries to the relevant authority.

What is the main purpose of investigating accidents and incidents on construction sites?

Answer: To identify root causes and prevent recurrence

The primary goal of accident investigation is to identify root causes so that corrective measures can prevent similar incidents.

Which type of hazard control is considered most effective in the hierarchy of controls?

Answer: Elimination

Elimination removes the hazard entirely and is the most effective level in the hierarchy of controls.

A toolbox talk about trip hazards is held before work begins. This is an example of which type of accident prevention measure?

Answer: Administrative control

Toolbox talks are administrative controls that reduce risk through worker training and communication.