SFD.061REV01-Occupational Injury Illness Policy

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According to the policy, who is responsible for reporting any on-the-job illness or injury?

  • Supervisors
  • Employees
  • Human Resources
  • District Chief on duty (correct)

What is the purpose of this policy?

  • To provide procedures for accident reporting (correct)
  • To compensate employees for wage loss
  • To prevent work-related accidents
  • To maintain safety by practicing good safety habits

Who is required to pay for members' medical treatment according to the policy?

  • Human Resources
  • District Chief
  • Texas Workers Compensation (correct)
  • Spring Fire Department

What should be done with any safety or environmental health hazard?

<p>Reported to the District Chief (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the term 'member' include according to the policy?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of this policy?

<p>Applies to all personnel of Spring Fire Department (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What other policies or laws does this policy coincide with?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the date of the document?

<p>05/15/18 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the revision number of the document?

<p>01 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the commitment of Spring Fire Department according to the policy?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Occupational Injury/Illness Policy, when must drug testing take place following an injury requiring medical care?

<p>Within two hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should the District Chief retrieve the Occupational Injury Packet from?

<p>The District Chief's vehicle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Texas Mutual's First Fill Program?

<p>To provide prescribed medication quickly after an injury (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should the injured member notify for a specimen collection for drug testing?

<p>AMTA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which facility is recommended for non-life threatening care?

<p>Next Level Urgent Care (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which facility is recommended for emergency care or care outside of Urgent Care?

<p>CHI St. Luke's Health - Springwoods Village Hospital (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who makes the determination of where to transport the member in case of a life-threatening emergency at work?

<p>Ambulance Personnel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the insurance provider for workers' compensation insurance?

<p>Texas Mutual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should the completed First Report of Injury form be submitted to?

<p>The Payroll/Benefits Administrator (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contact number for Texas Mutual Workers Compensation Insurance?

<p>1-800-859-5995 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when may Spring Fire Department require a member returning from leave to undergo a fit for duty exam?

<p>If the member's current condition may prevent them from performing an essential function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of health condition can be considered a serious health condition according to the text?

<p>A health condition requiring inpatient care (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a member who is injured in the Spring Fire Department?

<p>To immediately notify their supervisor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a member do if they are released with work restrictions by a medical provider?

<p>Report to light duty Monday thru Friday, 8 hours daily (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, can volunteer members qualify for modified (Light) duty at Spring Fire Department?

<p>No, they cannot qualify for modified duty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a recovering employee failing to return to work after being released with medical restrictions?

<p>They will be subject to disciplinary action (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a member is cleared to return to work with no restrictions according to the text?

<p>They must undergo a Department Fit for Duty test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a supervisor in the Spring Fire Department when a member is injured?

<p>To immediately assess the incident and assist the member in seeking appropriate medical care (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should be notified of injuries that require medical attention according to the text?

<p>The Executive Chiefs and Human Resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a District Chief do in case of non-life threatening injuries or illnesses where an ambulance is not medically necessary?

<p>Make arrangements to transport the member to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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