CTSP Incident Prevention and Response 2

Question 1

When a worker is struck by a falling branch during tree removal, what is the FIRST action a crew member should take?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the scene is safe before approaching the injured worker

Answer

Scene safety must be confirmed before approaching an injured worker to prevent additional casualties.

Question 2

Which type of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) step focuses on identifying 'what could go wrong' for each task?

Accepted Answer

Hazard identification

Answer

Hazard identification is the JHA step where workers evaluate potential dangers associated with each discrete task.

Question 3

A tree company's near-miss reporting system is MOST valuable because it:

Accepted Answer

Reveals systemic hazards before a serious injury occurs

Answer

Near-miss reports expose hazard patterns that can be corrected before they result in injury or fatality.

Question 4

During a pre-job briefing, the crew identifies overhead power lines within the work zone. The BEST immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Contact the utility company to establish a safe approach distance before work begins

Answer

Utility companies must be contacted to establish minimum approach distances and may need to de-energize or insulate lines.

Question 5

Which hierarchy of controls is considered MOST effective at eliminating a workplace hazard?

Accepted Answer

Elimination

Answer

Elimination removes the hazard entirely and is the most effective control because it does not rely on human behavior or equipment.

CTSP - Certified Treecare Safety Professional Practice Test