RESCUE KNOTS/ KNOT APPLICATION:
During this phase of rescue training, eleven rescue knots will be examined.
The focus of the examination is on strength, application, utilization and
proper tying methods. Students will learn what makes a rescue knot and why
these knots are used in rescue operations.
ENTRANT AND ATTENDANT
PROCEDURES:
During this phase of training, the OSHA regulations covering authorized
entrants and attendants will be thoroughly reviewed. OSHA regulations state
anyone entering a permit required confined space shall be trained in the
procedures set forth in regulation 29 CFR 1910.146. OSHA regulations cover
not only normal workers who enter confined spaces, but also lays out requirements
for rescue and emergency service personnel in confined spaces. The discussion
of entrant and attendant procedures will cover all regulations pertaining
to or referenced by 29 CFR 1910.146.
RESCUE AND PREPLAN PROCEDURES:
The regulations governing employee and contracted rescue services will
be reviewed in accordance with OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.146 and proposed
revisions contained in Federal Register No. 59:60735-60739. Due to hazardous
conditions and technical procedures involved in conducting rescue operations
in confined spaces, OSHA requires written preplans for each permit required
confined space. OSHA mandates rescue training be conducted in accordance
with site specific conditions including: operations, size, shape and configuration
of the confined space.
VENTILATION AND AIR MONITORING:
Because of the threat of hazardous atmospheric conditions, ventilation
in confined spaces during rescue operations is absolutely essential. In
fact, the proper use of ventilation equipment can greatly enhance the rescue
operation. Conversely, the improper use of ventilation equipment could be
fatal. During this phase of training the proper use of ventilation equipment
will be explored and utilized during all scenarios.
Air monitors and air monitoring procedures will be reviewed according
to manufacturer's recommendations for various models. OSHA has required
a procedure for air monitoring in confined spaces, and these procedures
will be followed throughout every training exercise.
ADVANCED HAULING SYSTEMS:
During this phase of training, the proper use of advanced hauling systems
will discussed. Advanced hauling systems increase mechanical advantage by
integrating multiple hauling systems into a larger complete system. Each
type of hauling system will be demonstrated students must complete exercises
using them. The hauling systems will also be integrated into dual vertical
and horizontal retrieval and lowering.
TYROLEAN THEORY AND
APPLICATION:
During this phase of training, Tyrolean systems (also known as highlines)
will be examined. The focus is proper use of the Tyrolean system and when
and where to use one. The training covering the actual rescue system include:
Tyrolean tensioning, single and double systems and safety systems to use
with operational Tyroleans. Tyroleans are basically a lateral movement to
overcome obstacles, are usually easy to assemble once the basic concepts
are understood but can take a significant amount of time to erect. These
Tyrolean systems will then be used in rescue scenarios to ensure that students
become proficient in overcoming on-site challenges.
CONFINED SPACE SCENARIOS:
Along the same lines as the Vertical Rescue Scenarios, a series of confined
space rescue scenarios will challenge not only technical rescue skills in
a confined space but also adherence to OSHA, ANSI and NIOSH regulations.
The focus in this section of the training program is safe and effective
operations in Permit Required Confined spaces. Again, every scenario will
be evaluated by an experienced Instructor and critiqued for student adherence
to safety procedures, students application of rescue systems, proper use
of equipment, proper and effective use of the incident command system and
team development.
About Our Training Programs...
Urban H.A.R.T., Inc. training programs are the most comprehensive training
programs currently offered by any company. We teach state of the art techniques
that have proven themselves in real world rescues. Further, our programs
place the the student in an environment that simulates actual rescue situations.
We deliver each training program with a small student to instructor ratio
to maximize hands-on instruction. Learning in intense real world derived
situations enables each student to truly learn the skills necessary to save
lives. Urban H.A.R.T., Inc., there is no substitute for our intensive training
methods.
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The Rescue III
prepares students with the latest advancements in the technical rescue field
and exposes students to the real-world considerations faced at any vertical
or confined space rescue scene. The primary focus of the class is on the
application of all the vertical and confined space rescue techniques. The
course offers an in-depth review of the Rescue section (sec. k) and all
related portions of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146, the confined space regulation.
Team dynamics and development are discussed, as well as, the Search and
Rescue preplan, victim evaluation and patient assessment (as major considerations
in any plan development).
