DOT Accident Investigation & Reporting 2

Question 1

Under 49 CFR Part 390, a DOT recordable accident must be reported when a fatality occurs. Which additional condition ALSO triggers a recordable accident classification?

Accepted Answer

A body part requires medical attention beyond first aid at the scene

Answer

A DOT recordable accident includes any crash involving a fatality, injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid, or a disabling vehicle.

Question 2

When securing and preserving an accident scene, which action should an inspector prioritize FIRST upon arrival?

Accepted Answer

Ensure scene safety and prevent secondary accidents

Answer

Scene safety is always the first priority to protect responders, victims, and the public from secondary incidents.

Question 3

Which federal regulation requires motor carriers to maintain an accident register for a minimum of three years?

Accepted Answer

49 CFR 390.15

Answer

49 CFR 390.15 mandates that carriers keep an accident register with required data for at least three years.

Question 4

A commercial vehicle rolls over but there are no injuries and the vehicle is still drivable. How should this event be classified under DOT definitions?

Accepted Answer

Recordable if towing was required to remove the vehicle

Answer

Under 49 CFR 390.5, a recordable accident includes incidents where a vehicle required towing from the scene, regardless of injury.

Question 5

During an accident investigation, an inspector notices the truck's electronic logging device (ELD) may contain relevant data. What is the proper action regarding ELD data?

Accepted Answer

Preserve and secure ELD data as potential evidence

Answer

ELD data must be preserved as evidence because it documents hours of service, speed, and other driving data relevant to the investigation.

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