SafetyQuestion 379 of 1605
After a workplace accident, the IIPP standard requires the employer to:
a.Only file an insurance claim
b.Take no action if the injury was minor
c.Investigate the accident to determine its cause and correct any contributing hazards
d.Wait for Cal/OSHA to perform the investigation
Explanation
8 CCR §3203 requires the IIPP to include procedures for investigating occupational injuries and illnesses, so the employer can identify causes and correct hazards to prevent recurrence.
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