Informing Rescuers
It's important that rescuers are provided with vital information so that they can most effectively perform rescue operations. Rescuers will need to know:
- Number of victims and location of emergency
- Length of time victims have been exposed to hazard
- Suspected cause of accident
- All information on entry permit, including:
- Atmospheric testing results
- Isolation procedures
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information
The Rescue Plan
It's important to think through the rescue process proactively to make sure it is successful. Rescue plans may involve on-site rescue teams or they may rely on off-site rescue service providers. A thorough rescue plan includes:
- a barricade area for crowd control
- additional ventilation options
- control of other hazards (cave-ins, traffic, etc.)
- protective clothing and equipment
- appropriate lighting equipment (explosion-proof)
- methods of communication
- a standby rescue team
- victim removal procedures and devices
- available emergency vehicles
- medically trained personnel
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
8-4. Which of the following is considered vital information needed by confined space rescuers?
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