Which of the following occupational hazards is not required to be reported to the inspection agency within 8 hours?

The reason that having multiple victims without hospitalization does not require reporting to the inspection agency within 8 hours lies in the severity and impact of the injuries involved. Occupational safety guidelines typically prioritize reporting based on the seriousness of injuries and potential impacts on worker safety. While having several victims may seem serious, if none require hospitalization, it indicates that the injuries may not be life-threatening or serious enough to meet the criteria for immediate reporting.

On the other hand, serious injuries, fatalities, or any incident requiring medical attention typically indicates a higher level of urgency and significant risk to workplace safety. These situations are prioritized for immediate reporting to ensure that appropriate investigations and safety measures can be conducted to prevent recurrence. Therefore, the requirement to report is often tied to the potential for ongoing risk and need for intervention, focusing mainly on serious injuries and fatalities rather than the sheer number of victims without severe outcomes.