20 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Policy Manual's Occupational Disease and Work-Related Injury Reporting policy?
To report work-related injuries and illnesses in a timely manner
What is the definition of an occupational disease or work-related injury according to the policy?
Any accidental injury or disease arising out of and in the course of employment
What is the benefit of the Telephonic Injury Triage Assessment Program?
It offers an immediate telephonic medical evaluation by a qualified licensed professional
What is the purpose of the Telephonic Injury Triage Assessment Program?
To provide a more immediate response to employees who sustain a potential work-related injury
What is the requirement for compliance with the policy?
Compliance with state workers' compensation requirements
What is the first step a supervisor should take upon notification of a potential work-related injury?
Initiate a call to Medcor on behalf of the injured employee
Who evaluates the medical symptoms or complaints of the injured employee during the Medcor call?
A Registered Nurse (RN) specially trained to perform telephonic triage
What does the RN provide to Human Resources after the Medcor call?
After-care instruction sheets summarizing the recommended self-treatment protocol
What is generated for all injuries reported to Medcor?
Standardized reports capturing the most important information
Under what circumstances can the RN send paperwork to the off-site medical provider?
If requested to do so at service startup
What should a member do if they receive a settlement offer from another person or their representative?
Report the offer to their supervisor as soon as possible
What is the minimum timeframe required for a member to provide written notice to the Chief of Police before accepting a settlement?
10 days
Under what circumstances can a member accept a settlement?
After written notice to the Chief of Police
What is the purpose of submitting a written report of a settlement offer to the supervisor?
To notify the department of the settlement offer
Who must be notified prior to accepting a settlement?
The Chief of Police only
What is the primary purpose of the notice in the context of a settlement?
To ensure the City's right of subrogation
What should be documented on the designated report of injury form?
Diseases and injuries caused or occurring on-duty that do not qualify for workers' compensation reporting
Who signs the report of injury form?
The affected member and a supervisor
What happens when the affected member signs the report of injury form?
The member acknowledges that they desired no medical attention at the time of the report
What happens to the completed report of injury form?
A copy is sent to the Administrative Deputy Chief and a copy is forwarded to the Deputy Chief through the chain of command
Test your knowledge on the Des Plaines Police Department's policy on reporting occupational diseases, mental health issues, and work-related injuries. Understand the definitions and guidelines for timely reporting. Take this quiz to ensure you're up-to-date with the policy.
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