Module 5: Confined Space and Above-ground/Below-ground Rescue
Module 5
Confined Space and Above-ground/Below-ground Rescue
The student will learn the nuances around confined space and below-ground/above-ground rescues and what to pay attention to when managing such an incident. These rescues are unique and have certain items you need to pay attention to. They seem more prevalent, and many agencies face such incidents. Watching the video and reading each chapter will reinforce your thinking about such incidents. Pay attention to the key elements that make these incidents unique and prevent yourself from becoming a victim. Each of these topics happens on a regular basis, so you need to be familiar with these types of rescues.
Objectives
At the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Identify the criteria for an enclosure to be classified as a confined space.
- Identify the criteria for an enclosure to be classified as a permit-controlled confined space.
- Identify the different types of confined spaces.
Identify the need for a confined-space rescue operation. - Identify the hazards that are associated with a confined space incident.
- Identify the different levels of response personnel for confined-space incidents.
- Describe the need and methods required to manage a confined space incident scene.
- Identify the resources required to conduct a confined space rescue operation.
- Describe the methods and equipment for controlling existing and potential hazards during a confined space operation.
- Identify the non-entry methods for conducting a confined space rescue.
- Define the priorities for incidents involving above-ground or belowground rescues.
- Describe the role of EMS in above-ground and below-grade ground situations.
- Identify ways that initial responders could expedite patient contact in complex rescue situations.
- Discuss the hazards that are unique to various above-ground and below-ground incidents.
Readings Option 1
Complete the required readings below before moving on to start this module's learning activities.
Chapter 8
Confined space is a process all unto itself, which requires certain procedures even in rescue mode. You need to be familiar with them; this chapter will highlight these items.
Chapter 9
Above-ground/below-ground rescues have many similarities along with some unique features; this chapter will identify many of these and provide insight into these types of rescues.
Lectures
Watch all the required videos before starting this module's learning activities. Use this layout for one lecture video.
Above-ground and Below-ground Rescue
The video will highlight some of the important considerations in this type of rescue.
11:47
Confined Space Rescue
The video will highlight some of the important considerations in this type of rescue.
17:36
Learning Activities
Once you have read and watched all of this module's learning materials, you are ready to start working on the module assignment and discussion.
Module 5 Assignment
In this assignment, you will answer the textbook review questions to reinforce the material in this chapter and demonstrate your understanding.
Module 5 Discussion
In this assignment, you will put to use their knowledge of the subject by creating these SOGs. Understanding the content is imperative to creating a good SOG.
Next Steps
To complete the learning activities for this module, select the next button below or the complete activity button above for the module assignment and discussion.