Accident Investigation Quiz

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1.

It is best to interview witnesses all together in order to save time and to get one clear picture of the incident.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Answer: FALSE

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2.

Environmental factors are not as significant when conducting the accident investigation as the other factors that surround the accident.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Answer: FALSE

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Which answer below best defines a 'minor' accident?
- A.
  
  A) An accident where no report is necessary.
- B.
  
  B) An accident where no one is injured or the most severe injury only requires first-aid.
- C.
  
  C) An accident where only property damage occurs.
Correct Answer
B. B) An accident where no one is injured or the most severe injury only requires first-aid.

Explanation
ANSWER: b

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4.

The main reason for investigating accidents is to attach the blame somewhere.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Answer: FALSE

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5.

Employees need to report injuries only if they think they need to seek medical attention.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Answer: FALSE

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6.

Once the team has arrived on the scene, one team member should:
- A.
  
  A) Provide medical care to the injured
- B.
  
  B) Gather witness statements
- C.
  
  C) Assume the role as team leader
- D.
  
  D) Take pictures
Correct Answer
C. C) Assume the role as team leader

Explanation
Answer: C

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7.

Below, select all of the answers that apply when investigating factors about an injured employee.
- A.
  
  A) The employee's negligence in their duties
- B.
  
  B) The number of hours or shifts the employee has been working
- C.
  
  C) The last time the employee had a break
- D.
  
  D) Current or past medical illness and/or medications
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) The number of hours or shifts the employee has been working
D. D) Current or past medical illness and/or medications

Explanation
Answer: B and D are both correct.

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8.

Describing the general accident location is adequate for the report.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Answer: FALSE

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Accident Investigation Quiz

It is best to interview witnesses all together in order to save time and to get one clear picture of the incident.

Environmental factors are not as significant when conducting the accident investigation as the other factors that surround the accident.

Which answer below best defines a 'minor' accident?

The main reason for investigating accidents is to attach the blame somewhere.

Employees need to report injuries only if they think they need to seek medical attention.

Once the team has arrived on the scene, one team member should:

Below, select all of the answers that apply when investigating factors about an injured employee.

Describing the general accident location is adequate for the report.