IHSA Emergency Response & Incident Management 2

Question 1

During a mass casualty incident at a construction site, the START triage system categorizes victims with no breathing after repositioning the airway as which tag color?

Accepted Answer

Black

Answer

In START triage, victims who do not breathe even after airway repositioning are tagged black (deceased/expectant) because they are beyond immediate salvage.

Question 2

An IHSA-certified coach observes a worker collapse in a confined space with suspected toxic atmosphere. What is the FIRST priority before any rescue attempt?

Accepted Answer

Confirm the atmosphere is safe or use supplied-air respirators before entry

Answer

Entering an IDLH confined space without proper respiratory protection is the leading cause of multiple fatalities; atmosphere verification or supplied-air equipment must come first.

Question 3

Which document legally obligates US employers to report a workplace fatality to OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Verbal or written report within 8 hours of learning of the fatality

Answer

29 CFR 1904.39 requires employers to notify OSHA within 8 hours of a work-related fatality.

Question 4

A site emergency action plan (EAP) must include which of the following elements per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38?

Accepted Answer

Procedures for reporting fires and other emergencies

Answer

OSHA 1910.38 mandates that EAPs include procedures for reporting fires and other emergencies as a minimum element.

Question 5

When using the Incident Command System (ICS), who holds overall responsibility for all incident activities?

Accepted Answer

Incident Commander

Answer

The Incident Commander holds overall responsibility for all strategic and tactical decisions during an ICS-managed incident.

(IHSA) Infrastructure Health & Safety Association Certified Coach Practice Test

(IHSA) Infrastructure Health & Safety Association Certified Coach Practice Test

IHSA Emergency Response & Incident Management 2