Emergency Response & Incident Management Flashcards
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When an electrical fire breaks out in a panel room, what is the FIRST action a worker should take?
Answer: De-energize the source if safely possible, then activate the alarm and evacuate
NFPA 70E requires that de-energization be attempted only when it can be done safely; if not, evacuate and activate alarms first.
Which fire extinguisher class is rated for energized electrical equipment fires?
Answer: Class C
Class C extinguishers use non-conductive agents (CO2 or dry chemical) specifically rated for energized electrical equipment fires.
An arc flash incident has occurred and a worker is on fire. What is the correct immediate response?
Answer: Have the worker stop, drop, and roll; then call emergency services
Stop, drop, and roll is the immediate response to clothing fires, followed by activating EMS and providing burn first aid.
What information must be included in an electrical incident report per OSHA 29 CFR 1904?
Answer: Date, time, location, description of incident, injured party, and root cause
OSHA 29 CFR 1904 requires written records including date, time, location, event description, affected employees, and root cause analysis.
A co-worker is in contact with an energized conductor and cannot release their grip. What should a rescuer do FIRST?
Answer: De-energize the circuit at the nearest disconnect
The rescuer must de-energize the circuit before making contact with the victim to avoid becoming a second victim.
Which document provides the step-by-step procedures workers must follow during an electrical emergency at a facility?
Answer: The Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 requires facilities to maintain an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) that defines evacuation routes, alarm procedures, and worker responsibilities.
How long does OSHA require employers to retain records of work-related fatalities?
Answer: 5 years
OSHA 29 CFR 1904.33 requires that OSHA 300 logs, 300A summaries, and 301 incident reports be retained for five years.