California Private Investigator Practice Exam

If an employee is involved in a shooting and both parties survive, whom should you notify?

1. The media

2. Local law enforcement and Cal-OSHA

3. The employees’ family

4. Your insurance provider

The correct answer is: Local law enforcement and Cal-OSHA

Notifying local law enforcement and Cal-OSHA is essential in the event of an employee-involved shooting where both parties survive. Local law enforcement is crucial for handling any potential criminal investigations, ensuring public safety, and providing support to those involved. Their involvement is standard practice in situations involving firearms to document the incident officially and assess any legal implications. Cal-OSHA's notification is also important because it pertains to workplace safety and compliance. When an incident occurs that could affect the safety of the workplace, Cal-OSHA must be informed to determine if any workplace safety regulations were violated and to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. While notifying the media, the employees' family, or an insurance provider might be necessary later, the immediate priority is ensuring that law enforcement is appropriately informed and that workplace safety regulations are being upheld. This step ensures that all legal protocols are followed and that any necessary investigations are properly conducted.