Safety training
GWO Advanced Rescue Training Standard / V4 2023-05-02
Demonstrate the method of rigging and operating the power driven devices including:
a.
relevant technical specifications
b.
requirements
c.
applications
d.
limitations
e.
means of tethering preventing dropped objects
f. maximum raising distance possible for the specific complete power driven lowering/raising rescue system and associated battery power source (fully charged) g. if the manufacturer’s user manual allow; the option of the rescuer applying fall protection by being attached to the rescue device (detached from the vertical fall arrest systems). With the aim of increased movability for the rescuer Discuss with the participants elements to consider when determining the rescue strategy, ensuring a clear and preferred evacuation route for the injured person outside or inside the tower. Including:
a.
exposure of the injured person to weather
b. the potentially dangerous effect of wind pushing the injured person against the tower
c.
emotional state of the injured person
d.
the medical status of the injured person
e.
time constraints
f.
nacelle configuration and position to the wind
g.
evacuation hatch location
h.
obstructions within the evacuation route
Discuss with the participants requirements and procedures for helicopter rescue
Highlight the specific limitations of lifting distances of rescue devices, designed for lowering an injured person
Stress the generic approach to teaching the use of rescue equipment in this lesson focusing on the similarities and differences in design, functionality, and operation between different products Explain the potential task placed upon the participants (on course completion) requiring them to familiarise themselves with other rescue equipment products in their own organisations Lead a short discussion to ensure participants’ requirements and procedures for helicopter rescue and rescue strategies are fully understood
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