Who should be contacted in the case of workplace deaths?

In the event of a workplace death, it is essential to contact the Chief Medical Examiner. The Chief Medical Examiner is responsible for investigating deaths that occur under suspicious circumstances or in specific situations, such as workplace incidents. This investigation can involve determining the cause of death and whether any legal or safety standards were violated in the workplace.

The involvement of the Chief Medical Examiner helps ensure that a thorough investigation is conducted to uphold health and safety regulations, and to provide data that can improve workplace safety protocols in the future. This process is critical not only for legal documentation but also for workplace accountability, potentially informing necessary changes to prevent future tragedies.

Other options, while related to workplace safety and emergencies, do not fulfill the primary role of investigating fatalities. The Occupational Health Department deals with occupational risks and health regulations, local emergency services typically respond to immediate crises rather than conducting investigations, and the Federal Labor Standards Office focuses on labor laws and compliance rather than directly investigating deaths.