Common Safety Orientation (CSO) Practice Test

If you are injured while at work, what is the first thing you should do?

1. Call 911 for help

2. Contact your supervisor

3. Fill out an accident report

4. Seek medical attention immediately

The correct answer is: Contact your supervisor

The first action you should take if you are injured while at work is to contact your supervisor. This step is crucial because the supervisor is responsible for ensuring safety protocols are followed and can provide immediate assistance or guidance. They can initiate the emergency response process, access first aid supplies, assess the severity of the injury, and determine if medical attention is needed. Furthermore, notifying your supervisor ensures that the incident is documented appropriately and can lead to the implementation of measures to prevent future occurrences. While other options, such as seeking medical attention or calling emergency services, might be necessary depending on the severity of the injury, they typically follow the immediate notification of a supervisor. Filling out an accident report is important, but it is typically done after the initial steps of securing help and ensuring the safety of the injured party and others in the vicinity. Thus, contacting your supervisor is the best first action to take in the event of a workplace injury.