1. SCT1b Slide 1 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Module : 1b Safety and Security Structural Collapse Technician Training 17Jan09

2. SCT1b Slide 2 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training CLASS INTRODUCTION Safety considerations Feedback Student responsibilities

3. SCT1b Slide 3 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Your Keyword to Safety… Anyone can use this word anytime!

4. Sounds too much like GO! HOOOO! WHOA!

5. SCT1b Slide 5 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training TERMINAL OBJECTIVE At the completion of this session, the student will understand the importance of including sound safety practices in all phases of Planning and Rescue Operations

6. SCT1b Slide 6 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training ENABLING OBJECTIVES Understand the importance of Safety during all phases of a mission Understand the importance of recognizing and mitigating safety issues Understand the importance of incorporation safety into rescue planning and briefing Adopt and employ the concept of “LCES” (Lookouts, Communications, Escape routes, and Safety Zones

7. SCT1b Slide 7 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training ENABLING OBJECTIVES Be able to perform a risk hazard analysis for a specific event and suggest actions to minimize risks and/or eliminate hazards Understand issues related to personal & team security zones, as a planning tool Understand the importance of safety risk and hazard identification

8. SCT1b Slide 8 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training PHASES Preparedness Training Exercise Deployment On-site operations Demobilization Return to state of readiness

9. SCT1b Slide 9 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training RISKS & HAZARDS Infrastructure Damage Air transportation Secondary collapse Unfamiliar surroundings Unstable structures Fall/trip hazards Falling material Exposure to hazmat Decontamination Exposure to smoke, dust, etc Fire & explosion Excessive noise Electrical hazards Electrocution Contaminated air & water Dangerous equipment Armed thieves & looters Fitness for duties Excessive fatigue, sleep Food services Adverse weather Stress Security Safety equipment Escape routes Safety zones Personal hygiene Hydration

10. SCT1b Slide 10 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY PLANNING

11. SCT1b Slide 11 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY PLAN L — Lookouts C — Communications E — Escape Routes S — Safe Zones

12. SCT1b Slide 12 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training LOOKOUTS Overall Safety Officer Site-specific Safety Officer Work from position of safety Must not become involved in operation

13. SCT1b Slide 13 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training COMMUNICATIONS Comm Plan development Emergency Alerting Evacuate – 3 short Cease Operations – 1 long Resume – 1 long / 1 short

14. SCT1b Slide 14 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS Air Horns Vehicle Horn Whistle Radio Alert Flares

15. SCT1b Slide 15 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training ESCAPE ROUTES Must be pre-established Safety route may not be most direct Remain in place? Reassess plan frequently Apprise personnel

16. SCT1b Slide 16 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY ZONES Must be pre- established Designate outside “Hot Zone” Take “Head Count” Communicate results

17. SCT1b Slide 17 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training OPERATIONAL BRIEFING CONSIDERATIONS Emergency Communication Issues Personal Accountability Medevac Procedures Roles and Responsibility Stress/Fatigue Reporting & Documentation Injuries

18. SCT1b Slide 18 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY BRIEFING Chain of command ID Safety Officer Safety Plan Comm Plan Medical Plan Rehab Plan Special hazards

19. SCT1b Slide 19 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training RISK HAZARD ANALYSIS

20. SCT1b Slide 20 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training DAMAGED INFRASTRUCTURE Roadways Bridges/ Tunnels Subways Pipelines Railroads Airports Power lines

21. SCT1b Slide 21 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training AIR TRANSPORTATION Temperature Variations Noise Levels Restricted Movement

22. SCT1b Slide 22 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training AIR TRANSPORT Loading & Unloading Procedures Environmental Impacts Air Sickness Limited Hygiene Facilities

23. SCT1b Slide 23 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training GROUND TRANSPORTATION SAFETY OFFICER Transporting Tools and Equipment

24. SCT1b Slide 24 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training GROUND TRANSPORTATION Defensive Driving (Road Rage)

25. SCT1b Slide 25 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SECONDARY EXPLOSIONS This is actually the demolition of the Murrah Bldg

26. SCT1b Slide 26 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training EARTHQUAKE AFTERSHOCKS Secondary Collapses Dust/Flying Material Mass Confusion Loss of Accountability

27. SCT1b Slide 27 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training UNFAMILIAR SURROUNDINGS No Street Signs No Traffic Control No Familiar Landmarks Blocked Access Downed Bridges Poor Maps Need GPS

28. SCT1b Slide 28 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training UNSTABLE STRUCTURES/FOOTING

29. SCT1b Slide 29 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training TRIP HAZARDS Wires Cables Raised Concrete Debris/Rubble Holes

30. SCT1b Slide 30 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Potential for Impalement TRIP HAZARDS

31. SCT1b Slide 31 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training FALLING MATERIAL Wind/Rain Rotor wash Aftershocks Building Settling Debris Removal

32. SCT1b Slide 32 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

33. SCT1b Slide 33 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training DECONTAMINATION

34. SCT1b Slide 34 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training ELECTRICAL HAZARD Moisture Trip Hazard Electric Shock Fire

35. SCT1b Slide 35 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Electrocution from Damaged Utilities ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

36. SCT1b Slide 36 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training CONTAMINATED AIR and WATER

37. SCT1b Slide 37 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training DANGEROUS EQUIPMENT 13 Major Cranes & over 50 pieces of equipment operating

38. SCT1b Slide 38 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training FITNESS FOR DUTY Heights Climbing Balance Lifting

39. SCT1b Slide 39 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Alcohol and Drugs FITNESS FOR DUTY No Yukky Chuckies You will be Sent Home!

40. SCT1b Slide 40 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training FOOD PREPARATION Designated Cooking and Eating Areas No Canine in Food Service Area

41. SCT1b Slide 41 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training GOOD, HEALTHY DIET BalancedMeals…. FOOD PREPARATION by ???

42. SCT1b Slide 42 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training ADVERSE WEATHER High Winds Fog Heavy Rain Ice/Snow High Humidity Heat/Cold Standing Water

43. SCT1b Slide 43 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Security of facilities (BoO) Weapons Armed thieves and looters Curfews Civil Disturbance SECURITY CONCERNS

44. SCT1b Slide 44 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Proper ID Controlled Site Access SECURITY CONCERNS

45. SCT1b Slide 45 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY EQUIPMENT & SAFETY EQUIPMENT & PERSONNEL ISSUES

46. SCT1b Slide 46 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training DUST MASKS

47. SCT1b Slide 47 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training RESPIRATOR

48. SCT1b Slide 48 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SCBA

49. SCT1b Slide 49 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training SAFETY EQUIPMENT Boots Respirator Helmet/Headlamp Ear/Eye Protection Gloves Radio Protective Clothing

50. SCT1b Slide 50 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Hand washing PERSONAL HYGIENE

51. SCT1b Slide 51 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training PERSONAL HYGIENE Restroom Facilities The good... The bad...

52. SCT1b Slide 52 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training HYDRATION Readily Available for Personnel and Canines Increase Water Intake Avoid Sodas and Coffee

53. SCT1b Slide 53 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training HEALTH ASSESSMENT Immunizations Current Medications Blood Pressure Temperature Respiratory Critters

54. SCT1b Slide 54 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training REST FACILITIES Snoring Barking Dogs Bathroom Trips Buddy Chatter Generators Radio Traffic Pagers/Cell Phones Aircraft Overflight

55. SCT1b Slide 55 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Summary Understand the importance of Safety during all phases of a mission Understand the importance of recognizing and mitigating safety issues Understand the importance of incorporation safety into rescue planning and briefing Adopt and employ the concept of “LCES” (Lookouts, Communications, Escape routes, and Safety Zones

56. SCT1b Slide 56 National Urban Search & Rescue Response System Structural Collapse Technician Training Summary (continued) Be able to perform a risk hazard analysis for a specific event and suggest actions to minimize risks and/or eliminate hazards Understand issues related to personal and team security zones, as a planning tool Understand the importance of safety risk and hazard identification