HPM 110.1

Question 1

What does MAIT stand for in the context of crash investigations?

Answer 1

Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Teams

MAIT conducts in-depth investigations of designated crashes within CHP jurisdictions.

Question 2

Under what circumstances will a MAIT investigate a crash involving on-duty CHP or Caltrans employees?

Answer 2

• Any fatal or suspected serious injury crash
• In conjunction with the local jurisdiction

This includes Caltrans subcontractors working in a Caltrans-directed work or maintenance zone.

Question 3

What type of incidents may require MAIT assistance according to the criteria?

Answer 3

• Fatal or suspected serious injury crash involving on-duty CHP or Caltrans employee
• Aircraft crash involving a departmental aircraft
• Crash with National Transportation Safety Board involvement

These incidents are subject to the approval of the appropriate Division commander.

Question 4

True or false: A MAIT should be called to a crash scene solely for preparing a physical evidence diagram.

Answer 4

FALSE

The MAIT program is intended for complex crash investigations, not just diagramming.

Question 5

List the types of incidents when a MAIT may be utilized at the discretion of the Division commander.

Answer 5

• Crash involving law enforcement agency with fatality or serious injury
• Significant crash leading to prosecution for murder or manslaughter
• Crash with hazardous material spillage
• Crash with roadway defect as a primary cause
• Crash with manufacturing defect indication
• Need for in-depth speed analysis

These incidents require careful judgment by the Area commander or higher authority.

Question 6

What is the role of a MAIT investigator regarding crash reconstruction?

Answer 6

A MAIT investigator will not conduct an independent crash reconstruction or investigatory follow-up

They also do not provide written critiques of any Department or allied agency reconstruction.

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of a MAIT investigation?

Answer 7

To conduct in-depth investigations of designated crashes

This is done with the approval of the appropriate Division commander.

Question 8

What must be documented if a safety restraint system is suspected to have failed in a crash?

Answer 8

The condition of the safety restraint system with MAIT assistance/consultation

A failure analysis will be conducted if sufficient physical evidence is available.

Question 9

What is the significance of HPM 100.7 in the context of MAIT investigations?

Answer 9

Defines aircraft accidents and incidents for investigation

It is referenced when MAIT is requested to assist with aircraft-incident investigations.