Which of the following is NOT considered a common traffic incident?

• A. Traffic Crashes
• B. Disabled Vehicles
• C. Spilled Cargo
• D. Routine Speed Enforcement With No Crash or Hazard

Answer: (D)

Routine speed enforcement with no crash or hazard isn’t a traffic incident because it’s an enforcement activity rather than an event that disrupts traffic or requires response. Traffic incidents are situations on the roadway that create hazards, damage, or obstructions and typically need responders or incident management resources. When there’s no crash, no blocked lanes, and no spilled cargo, there’s no incident to manage.

In contrast, traffic crashes involve collisions with damage or injuries; disabled vehicles can block lanes and require assistance or towing; spilled cargo creates a hazard that needs cleanup. These are the kinds of events that qualify as common traffic incidents.