Incident Response and Investigation Flashcards

When a worker is struck by a falling limb during tree removal, what is the FIRST priority of the crew leader?

Answer: Secure the work zone and ensure no further hazards exist

Scene safety must be established before any other action to prevent additional injuries.

Under OSHA regulations, a fatality in the workplace must be reported to OSHA within how many hours?

Answer: 8 hours

OSHA requires that all work-related fatalities be reported within 8 hours of the employer learning of the incident.

Which of the following best describes a 'near miss' in arboricultural work?

Answer: An unplanned event that did not result in injury but had the potential to do so

A near miss is an unplanned event that could have resulted in injury, illness, or damage but did not.

What is the primary purpose of preserving a worksite following a serious incident?

Answer: To enable a thorough investigation without disturbing evidence

Preserving the scene maintains evidence integrity, which is critical for an accurate incident investigation.

Which document is typically completed first after a worker injury in a tree care operation?

Answer: First report of injury form

The first report of injury is the initial document filed after a workplace injury and triggers workers' compensation proceedings.

During an incident investigation, witness statements should be collected:

Answer: As soon as safely possible while memories are fresh

Witness accounts are most accurate shortly after an event before memory fades or details are influenced by others.

What does the acronym 'MORT' stand for in safety investigation methodology?

Answer: Management Oversight and Risk Tree

MORT (Management Oversight and Risk Tree) is a systematic analytical tool used to investigate accidents and near misses.