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What is the first action an employee should take upon sustaining an injury or illness during work?
What is the first action an employee should take upon sustaining an injury or illness during work?
- Fill out an accident report.
- Notify their supervisor immediately. (correct)
- Seek initial medical treatment immediately.
- Leave work to visit a healthcare facility.
What is the latest time a supervisor must document an injury after being notified?
What is the latest time a supervisor must document an injury after being notified?
- By the end of the employee's next shift.
- By the end of the injured employee's work shift. (correct)
- As soon as possible after the injury.
- Within 48 hours of the injury occurrence.
Which type of exposure involves contact with blood or fluids potentially infected with pathogens?
Which type of exposure involves contact with blood or fluids potentially infected with pathogens?
- Airborne exposure.
- Physical exposure.
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure. (correct)
- Environmental exposure.
For which scenarios is prior authorization required for initial treatment?
For which scenarios is prior authorization required for initial treatment?
What defines an airborne exposure in the workplace?
What defines an airborne exposure in the workplace?
What type of injuries require the employee to notify the supervisor, regardless of severity?
What type of injuries require the employee to notify the supervisor, regardless of severity?
How can an employee confirm the locations and requirements for Authorized Care Centers?
How can an employee confirm the locations and requirements for Authorized Care Centers?
What could constitute a bloodborne pathogen exposure?
What could constitute a bloodborne pathogen exposure?
What must be obtained from the physician after receiving medical treatment for an on-the-job injury?
What must be obtained from the physician after receiving medical treatment for an on-the-job injury?
Who must authorize follow-up medical treatment for an on-the-job injury?
Who must authorize follow-up medical treatment for an on-the-job injury?
What is the consequence of failing to report a job-related injury on the day it occurs?
What is the consequence of failing to report a job-related injury on the day it occurs?
What must an employee do after attending a medical appointment for an on-the-job injury?
What must an employee do after attending a medical appointment for an on-the-job injury?
How far in advance must an employee provide their PAR Supervisor with an appointment schedule for follow-up treatment?
How far in advance must an employee provide their PAR Supervisor with an appointment schedule for follow-up treatment?
What action should an employee take if their medical documentation indicates they can return to work with restrictions?
What action should an employee take if their medical documentation indicates they can return to work with restrictions?
What is the employee responsible for if they receive medical treatment that was not approved in advance?
What is the employee responsible for if they receive medical treatment that was not approved in advance?
Where should the original medical work status note be forwarded after an appointment?
Where should the original medical work status note be forwarded after an appointment?
What is classified as a major job-related injury or illness?
What is classified as a major job-related injury or illness?
What form of exposure is not considered a way to transmit HIV or Hepatitis?
What form of exposure is not considered a way to transmit HIV or Hepatitis?
Which of the following must be reported to a supervisor after an injury occurs?
Which of the following must be reported to a supervisor after an injury occurs?
What is considered a minor job-related injury or exposure?
What is considered a minor job-related injury or exposure?
Which method of chemical exposure is not mentioned in the content?
Which method of chemical exposure is not mentioned in the content?
What documentation is required for an employee after receiving medical treatment for an injury?
What documentation is required for an employee after receiving medical treatment for an injury?
How should psychological exposure be reported according to the guidelines?
How should psychological exposure be reported according to the guidelines?
Who is responsible for documenting minor injuries or exposures within their team?
Who is responsible for documenting minor injuries or exposures within their team?
What information must be included in the injury report submitted to the OHO?
What information must be included in the injury report submitted to the OHO?
Which clarifies that supervisors must ensure safe working conditions?
Which clarifies that supervisors must ensure safe working conditions?
When must documentation of exposure to smoke/products of combustion be completed?
When must documentation of exposure to smoke/products of combustion be completed?
In the context of chemical exposure, what is a mild reaction?
In the context of chemical exposure, what is a mild reaction?
What is required for employees wishing to file a Workers’ Compensation claim for PTSD?
What is required for employees wishing to file a Workers’ Compensation claim for PTSD?
What should be done if the documentation indicates the employee can return to work with restrictions?
What should be done if the documentation indicates the employee can return to work with restrictions?
What is the minimal duration for which a firefighter must be admitted to the hospital to trigger notification to the Division of State Fire Marshal?
What is the minimal duration for which a firefighter must be admitted to the hospital to trigger notification to the Division of State Fire Marshal?
What is the initial action required from an employee who experiences an injury while on duty?
What is the initial action required from an employee who experiences an injury while on duty?
What action should an FAO Chief/Supervisor take after learning about an employee's injury/illness/exposure?
What action should an FAO Chief/Supervisor take after learning about an employee's injury/illness/exposure?
Which responsibility is NOT assigned to the Division Chief/Manager after an employee's injury?
Which responsibility is NOT assigned to the Division Chief/Manager after an employee's injury?
When should a supervisor report an employee’s injury during their duty?
When should a supervisor report an employee’s injury during their duty?
For an employee who has lost time from work due to an injury, what must they provide before reporting time lost?
For an employee who has lost time from work due to an injury, what must they provide before reporting time lost?
What should be included when completing a Supervisor’s Report of Injury?
What should be included when completing a Supervisor’s Report of Injury?
When is it appropriate for an employee to request non-emergency treatment?
When is it appropriate for an employee to request non-emergency treatment?
What is last step in the PAR Supervisor's responsibility after an employee's injury with time lost?
What is last step in the PAR Supervisor's responsibility after an employee's injury with time lost?
What should an employee do if they experience a minor injury and later decide to seek medical attention?
What should an employee do if they experience a minor injury and later decide to seek medical attention?
In the case of an injury requiring emergency medical treatment, who should ensure the employee receives immediate care?
In the case of an injury requiring emergency medical treatment, who should ensure the employee receives immediate care?
Which option correctly describes the role of the Safety Field Representative?
Which option correctly describes the role of the Safety Field Representative?
What is the PAR code used to report time lost after an injury if the employee has provided a medical note?
What is the PAR code used to report time lost after an injury if the employee has provided a medical note?
What should be done if emergency medical treatment is required outside of normal operating hours?
What should be done if emergency medical treatment is required outside of normal operating hours?
What must an employee do immediately after an injury, illness, or exposure while on duty?
What must an employee do immediately after an injury, illness, or exposure while on duty?
Which document is NOT required to be completed if an employee is placed on restricted duty during their MDFF physical?
Which document is NOT required to be completed if an employee is placed on restricted duty during their MDFF physical?
What information must be included in the supervisor's report to the Fire Alarm Office?
What information must be included in the supervisor's report to the Fire Alarm Office?
When completing a Basic AND Firefighter Casualty Report, who is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the injury description?
When completing a Basic AND Firefighter Casualty Report, who is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the injury description?
If multiple employees are injured during an incident, how is the incident/alarm number assigned?
If multiple employees are injured during an incident, how is the incident/alarm number assigned?
What should a supervisor do if an employee loses time from work after an initial minor report of injury?
What should a supervisor do if an employee loses time from work after an initial minor report of injury?
What action must the FAO Chief/Supervisor take if three or more firefighters are seriously injured at the same incident?
What action must the FAO Chief/Supervisor take if three or more firefighters are seriously injured at the same incident?
Which of the following occurs if an injury is reported without time lost?
Which of the following occurs if an injury is reported without time lost?
Which is true regarding the completion of the Electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR)?
Which is true regarding the completion of the Electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR)?
What should an employee do if they are told by their physician of an occupational injury during a County physical?
What should an employee do if they are told by their physician of an occupational injury during a County physical?
Which document must the FAO Chief/Supervisor complete and submit after an injury?
Which document must the FAO Chief/Supervisor complete and submit after an injury?
Which statement is true about the responsibilities of the Safety Chief?
Which statement is true about the responsibilities of the Safety Chief?
If an injury occurs at the station, what is the supervisor required to do?
If an injury occurs at the station, what is the supervisor required to do?
When may an Employee NOT require an ePCR after receiving treatment?
When may an Employee NOT require an ePCR after receiving treatment?
Study Notes
Reporting Injuries, Illnesses, and Exposures
- Employees must promptly notify their supervisor of any injury, illness, or exposure, regardless of severity.
- Supervisors must document the incident by the end of the employee's shift.
- Authorized Care Centers provide initial assessment and non-emergency treatment without prior authorization.
Types of Biological Exposures
- Airborne Exposure occurs when contact is made with an individual showing symptoms of a communicable disease without proper PPE.
- Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure includes contact with infected bodily fluids affecting non-intact skin or mucous membranes.
- Chemical Exposure involves contact with hazardous chemicals through inhalation, skin absorption, or ingestion.
Psychological Exposure
- Defined as exposure to traumatic events causing mental distress, particularly in situations involving grievous bodily harm or death.
Workers’ Compensation Requirements
- Employees must follow specific reporting procedures to qualify for Workers’ Compensation benefits, adhering to the Infectious Control Plan.
Employee Responsibilities
- Employees must report all injuries and unsafe conditions to their supervisor immediately.
- A detailed description of the incident must be emailed to both the supervisor and the Occupational Health Office (OHO).
- Employees must obtain medical treatment documentation from their physician indicating their return-to-work status.
Supervisor Responsibilities
- Supervisors ensure safe working conditions and are responsible for documenting all employee injuries.
- They must notify the Payroll and Attendance Record (PAR) Supervisor and maintain reports of all incidents.
Occupational Health Office (OHO) Procedures
- OHO reviews injury notifications and submits reports to Risk Management within 48 hours.
- In cases of minor injuries that escalate, OHO must be contacted for further instructions.
Injury Documentation
- Responsibilities for documentation include completing reports for smoke exposure, serious injuries, and any incidents that occur while on duty.
- Incident numbers must be obtained and reported for effective tracking and treatment authorization.
Medical Treatment Protocols
- Emergency treatment must be initiated as per department protocols; immediate transport to medical facilities is required.
- Non-emergency treatments can be requested from OHO, with transportation to Authorized Care Centers arranged by supervisors.
Follow-Up Treatment
- Any necessary follow-up treatment must be authorized by the Risk Management Division.
- Employees are responsible for payments for unauthorized medical treatments.
Definitions of Major and Minor Injuries
- Major injuries necessitate medical attention and may lead to lost time from work, while minor injuries do not require medical intervention or result in lost time.
Notification and Reporting Structure
- Adherence to chain-of-command for injury reporting is critical, and electronic incident reporting systems must be utilized efficiently.
Inclusive Guidance for Non-Sworn Personnel
- Similar protocols exist for non-sworn personnel, with specific attention to the completion of detailed injury reports and medical follow-ups.### Appointment and Documentation Requirements
- PAR Supervisors must receive an appointment schedule at least two weeks in advance for follow-up care.
- Sick leave use for doctor and therapy appointments must comply with P&P I-N-25.
- Employees must inform their PAR Supervisor and Occupational Health Office (OHO) of their medical and work status after appointments.
Medical Documentation
- Employees must obtain documentation from their treating physician detailing their medical work status:
- Able to return to work without restrictions
- Able to return to work with restrictions
- Unable to return to work
- Documentation must be submitted to OHO at [email protected] promptly upon returning to work.
Reporting Injuries and Illnesses
- Immediate reporting of job-related injuries, illnesses, or exposures is crucial to preserve Workers’ Compensation and Disability Leave Benefits.
- Employees must document and report all injuries, illnesses, or exposures, regardless of severity.
- It is essential for the employee to secure proper documentation from their physician that explicitly states their work status upon returning to work.
- If the physician's documentation indicates work with restrictions, those restrictions must be explicitly noted.
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This quiz covers the important procedures for reporting workplace injuries, illnesses, or exposures. Participants will learn the protocol for notifying supervisors and the necessary documentation that must follow. Understanding these steps is crucial for maintaining a safe work environment.
