Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

What incidents must Oregon OSHA employers report?

1. Only hospital admissions

2. Fatalities and amputations

3. Work-related incidents causing certain serious injuries or fatalities

4. Any injury causing lost time

The correct answer is: Work-related incidents causing certain serious injuries or fatalities

Employers in Oregon are required to report work-related incidents that result in certain serious injuries or fatalities. This includes not just fatalities but also a range of serious injuries that may lead to significant consequences for workers and can impact workplace safety regulations. The requirement aims to promote a safer work environment by ensuring that the state is informed of severe incidents that could indicate underlying hazards present in the workplace. Reporting serious injuries helps OSHA monitor and enforce safety regulations, and it also serves as a mechanism to alert employers about the need for preventative measures to avoid similar incidents in the future. This process aids in identifying patterns of workplace hazards and facilitates interventions that can protect employees. While other options may mention various types of injuries or conditions that could also potentially be significant, they do not encompass the full scope of serious incidents that need reporting as outlined by Oregon OSHA regulations. For instance, not all injuries causing lost time or only hospital admissions are required to be reported unless they meet specific criteria for seriousness as defined by the regulations.