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Who should an employee notify first if they sustain a work-related injury?
Who should an employee notify first if they sustain a work-related injury?
- The immediate supervisor (correct)
- A co-worker
- The Battalion Chief
- The Deputy
If the immediate supervisor is unavailable, who should the injured employee contact next?
If the immediate supervisor is unavailable, who should the injured employee contact next?
- The person in charge of the incident (correct)
- The Human Resources department
- The next available supervisor
- Another firefighter
What must the immediate supervisor do following notification of an injury by the employee?
What must the immediate supervisor do following notification of an injury by the employee?
- Fill out a report immediately
- Notify the employee's Battalion Chief/Division Head (correct)
- Provide first aid to the injured employee
- Conduct an investigation on the incident
Which regulation outlines the compensation and medical treatment policy for employees of the KCFD?
Which regulation outlines the compensation and medical treatment policy for employees of the KCFD?
In what circumstance can another employee report an injury on behalf of the injured employee?
In what circumstance can another employee report an injury on behalf of the injured employee?
What is the effective date of the reporting work-related injuries guideline?
What is the effective date of the reporting work-related injuries guideline?
Which committee is responsible for overseeing the guidelines for reporting work-related injuries?
Which committee is responsible for overseeing the guidelines for reporting work-related injuries?
What is the next review date for the reporting work-related injuries guideline?
What is the next review date for the reporting work-related injuries guideline?
What should a supervisor do immediately following an on-the-job injury?
What should a supervisor do immediately following an on-the-job injury?
Which health professionals are authorized to evaluate an employee's work status after an on-the-job injury?
Which health professionals are authorized to evaluate an employee's work status after an on-the-job injury?
What steps should be taken if an employee is exposed to a communicable disease?
What steps should be taken if an employee is exposed to a communicable disease?
What should the employee do after being exposed to hazardous material?
What should the employee do after being exposed to hazardous material?
If a supervisor is not available after an injury, who should report the injury?
If a supervisor is not available after an injury, who should report the injury?
What is a critical action that cannot be performed based solely on a phone call to the nurse line?
What is a critical action that cannot be performed based solely on a phone call to the nurse line?
What must an employee do after receiving treatment for an injury or illness?
What must an employee do after receiving treatment for an injury or illness?
What is the primary goal of the modified duty program?
What is the primary goal of the modified duty program?
Who can request modified duty according to the policy?
Who can request modified duty according to the policy?
What must an employee provide to resume full duty after an illness or injury?
What must an employee provide to resume full duty after an illness or injury?
Which of the following reasons would NOT qualify an employee for modified duty?
Which of the following reasons would NOT qualify an employee for modified duty?
What happens if an employee does not provide return to work documentation?
What happens if an employee does not provide return to work documentation?
Who is responsible for rendering medical care to an injured employee?
Who is responsible for rendering medical care to an injured employee?
What should an employee do if they receive treatment from a non-designated provider?
What should an employee do if they receive treatment from a non-designated provider?
In an emergency situation, where can an injured employee be taken for treatment?
In an emergency situation, where can an injured employee be taken for treatment?
What is required from the employee following their treatment for a work-related injury?
What is required from the employee following their treatment for a work-related injury?
What action should be taken to keep the supervisor informed after a work-related injury?
What action should be taken to keep the supervisor informed after a work-related injury?
What should the employee do right after calling the notification line?
What should the employee do right after calling the notification line?
What is the effective date of the general administrative guidelines for reporting work-related injuries?
What is the effective date of the general administrative guidelines for reporting work-related injuries?
Which of the following has to be done following a visit to a non-designated medical provider for a work-related injury?
Which of the following has to be done following a visit to a non-designated medical provider for a work-related injury?
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Study Notes
Purpose and Scope
- Establishes procedures for reporting work-related injuries and associated documentation.
- Applies to all members of the Kansas City, Missouri Fire Department.
Reporting Injuries
- Employees must inform their immediate supervisor of any injury sustained during employment.
- If the supervisor is unavailable, contact the person in charge or a designated representative.
- Injuries must be reported to the nurse line (816-905-0515) immediately after occurrence.
- Supervisors are responsible for notifying the Battalion Chief/Division Head of injuries.
- Medical treatment during duty requires the Deputy's notification.
Communicable Disease and Hazardous Materials Exposure
- Immediate supervisor must be notified of exposure to communicable diseases or hazardous materials.
- In case of communicable disease exposure, contact the ADC (Car 120, 130) for assistance in reporting.
- For hazardous material exposure, notify dispatch for Haz-Mat response and complete the Hazardous Materials Report.
Medical Care and Treatment
- Supervisors or those in charge must provide medical care and transport injured employees to a chosen authorized facility.
- Emergency care may be sought at the nearest hospital if the injury is urgent.
- Follow-up with a Fire Department designated occupational medicine provider is required within 24 hours if non-designated care was initially received.
Initial Treatment and Documentation
- After contacting the nurse line, employees must forward documentation from treating medical providers to their supervisor and Health Advocate.
Follow-Up Procedures
- Employees are responsible for obtaining and forwarding Work Status Reports to their supervisor and Health Advocate after each medical visit.
- They must update the Battalion Chief/Division Head regarding their work status and expected recovery timeframe.
Modified Duty Program
- Designed to help employees transition back to full duty after injuries or illnesses.
- Available to all members unable to perform regular duties due to duty-related injuries or extended medical conditions.
- Requests for modified duty must comply with General Administrative Guideline 2-3.
Return to Work Policy
- Employees must provide documentation from attending physicians confirming they can return to work without restrictions after recovery.
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