Transportation Accidents
Response:
Medical Response: Call 9-1-1
Fire Response: Call 9-1-1
OSU Public Safety: Call 737-7000 (emergency), 737-3010 (non-emergency)
OSU Motorpool: Call 1-866-253-5671
OSU Risk Management: Call 541-737-7350
Hazadapt guide: https://haz.guide/59
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Stop and assess the situation
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Call 9-1-1 if there are medical or fire concerns
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Call 541-737-7000 to request law enforcement assistance
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Place emergency lights/flares on roadway to warn on-coming traffic
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If directed by responders, move the vehicle to the side of the road
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Request that law enforcement file a written report
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Collect the other driver’s information (name, phone #, license, vehicle, and insurance information, etc.
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Contact Risk Management at 541-737-7350 to report ALL accidents regardless of the amount of damage.
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For motor pool vehicles, follow accident reporting procedures (found in OSU vehicle) https://transportation.oregonstate.edu/motorpool/accidents-and-assistance
Recovery:
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Report the accident to Risk Management at 541-737-7350, and for OSU vehicles to the Motor Pool by calling (866) 253-5671 and submit the State Self Insurance Claim form
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Within 72 hours, fill out the DMV Accident Report form if there were any of the following: 1) injury resulting from the accident, 2) damages exceeding $1,500, or 3) if the vehicle needed to be towed
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Report the accident to your manager
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If an employee is injured in the accident, report the incident:
Mitigation:
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Complete required training or paperwork prior to traveling
Preparedness:
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Review the road conditions before traveling
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National Weather Service http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
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ODOT Tripcheck http://tripcheck.com/Pages/RCMap.asp?curRegion=0
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Inspect the vehicle prior to departure
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Snow chains (if applicable)
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Vehicle emergency kit
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Walk around and observe vehicle for any operating concerns
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Observe nearby hazards prior to moving vehicle
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Adjust mirrors, seat, and steering wheel for proper use