Incidents involving Confined spaces PN877

Question 1

What are the 2 hazards to crew safety that the IC should decide pose the greater risk?

Answer 1

Physical Characteristics and restrictions of the confined space

Hazard that has been introduced within that space

Question 2

What should crews have with them when entering a confined space?

Answer 2

A gas detection monitor as soon as one is available

Question 3

When can FF’s or FRU personnel enter a confined space compartment?

Answer 3

When casualty is within site and active gas monitoring is deployed

Atmosphere inside space has been confirmed safe

Delaying operations could lead to loss of life or life changing conditions

Question 4

When must you use SDBA/EDBA?

Answer 4

When the environment cannot be deemed safe or there is no active gas detection

Question 5

What should the IC do before entry to a confined space?

Answer 5

Initiate a strict method of entry control and recording information such as:

Names of personnel entering
Time of entry
Task
Gas monitor readings
Location

Question 6

What is available for recording entry information?

Answer 6

ECB
FIB
Confined space board on USAR Mod 2

Question 7

How should the IC ensure electrical supplies remain on?

Answer 7

task to on-site staff or appropriate FF