Rescue From Confined Spaces

Question 1

Entry to confined space is only undertaken when ;

Answer 1

To save saveable life

If the incident cannot be resolved safely unless entry into a confined space is made

Question 2

When entering a confined space, how this decision be documented

Answer 2

On the key decision log on the CU and a analytical risk assessment

Question 3

Can crews enter a confined space without BA

Answer 3

Yes, but only when the atmosphere is regularly tested and monitored. All readings to be recorded

Question 4

When crews enter a confined space, with or without BA, entry control is required. What information should be obtained?

Answer 4

Names of personnel
Time of entry
Task
Gas monitor readings
Location

Question 5

If crews enter a confined space without BA, how should the entry control info be recorded

Answer 5

On a FIB for the early stages
Confined space board

Question 6

Where is the confined space board within the LFB

Answer 6

USAR module 2

Question 7

Essential electrical supply is to be maintained but all other supplies and other mechanical supplies are to be isolated. Who should this be tasked to?

Answer 7

Onsite staff
FF to remain at isolation point

Question 8

When working in confined space which contains flowing solids, what other safety measures may need to be applied

Answer 8

Line operators
Decontamination procedures

Question 9

What is the issue with using a TIC in a confined space

Answer 9

Not intrinsically safe

Question 10

What info should be obtained by the IC

Answer 10

Contents of confined space

Isolation of utilities

Ventilation system

Fixed installation

Isolation from ingress of liquids/free flowing solids

Availability of specialist machinery/subject matter experts

Location and nature of incident

Persons involved and work being carried out

Access egress

Hazards

Question 11

What should all crews carry when entering a confined space and when becomes available?

Answer 11

GDM

Question 12

What is the preferred crew skill level when carrying out confined space entry

Answer 12

USAR confined space trained FRU personnel

Question 13

PPE level required when casualty is in site and atmosphere is confirmed as safe to enter and delay could lead to a loss of human life?

Answer 13

FF or FRU crew will full structural PPE

Question 14

Required level of PPE when atmosphere not confirmed safe of breathable, or there is no active gas detection system in operation

Answer 14

FFs or USAR FRU crews with SDBA/EDBA

Question 15

Min PPE required for sewer rescue with atmosphere that can’t be confirmed as breathable/safe?

Answer 15

USAR FRU crew, dry suit, gloves, USAR helmet and SDBA or EDBA

Question 16

What is a SavOX escape set?

Answer 16

Safety measure for when an atmosphere deteriorates rapidly. Used by USAR FRU crews.

Question 17

When can crews enter a silo?

Answer 17

Only if there is a threat of serious injury or loss of life.

Question 18

The contents of a silo are not expected to support the weight of an individual. What safety measure should be put in place?

Answer 18

Level 2 line ops

Question 19

Crews entering a silo are to be lead by a min rank of?

Answer 19

LFF

Question 20

If the IC decides to commit a crew to a sewer, what must they implement?

Answer 20

Request attendance of site representative as a priority

Obtain weather report from control

Informative message to include, crew deployed below ground, number of personnel, location and activities/tasks

Use a leaky feeder

Position a GDM at foot of shaft

FF to draw sub surface section

Access covers either side of casualty are to be opened.

All equipment to be intrinsically safe

Good hygiene

No smoking