CTSP Incident Response and Investigation 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Secure the work zone and ensure no further hazards exist

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Call OSHA to report the incident immediately

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Document the conditions of the fallen limb

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Continue the job to prevent further delays

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

8 hours

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24 hours

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48 hours

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72 hours

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

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An incident where a worker is injured but returns to work the same day

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A property damage claim under $1,000

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An incident involving only equipment and no personnel

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

To enable a thorough investigation without disturbing evidence

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To allow the crew to resume work safely

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To comply with insurance documentation requirements only

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To prevent customers from entering the area

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

First report of injury form

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OSHA 300 log entry

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Equipment maintenance log

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Job hazard analysis

Question 6

During an incident investigation, witness statements should be collected:

Accepted Answer

As soon as safely possible while memories are fresh

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Only from supervisors and foremen

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After all physical evidence has been collected and analyzed

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Only if the incident results in lost-time injury

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Management Oversight and Risk Tree

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Maximum Operational Response Threshold

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Method of Reporting Trauma

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