Incident Safety Officer Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency

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Incident Safety Officer Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II/AAS Brian Ward

Incident Safety Officer Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II/AAS Brian Ward

Introduction Purpose: This class was developed not to “recreate the wheel, ” but to

Introduction Purpose: This class was developed not to “recreate the wheel, ” but to focus on the issues concerning Gwinnett County incident scene safety and examine the ISO directly. Also, to prepare for NPQ accreditation for ISO.

Course Scope n n n Within this course we will examine the following: History

Course Scope n n n Within this course we will examine the following: History of ISO Standards pertaining to ISO Duties/expectations GCFES policies GCFES RIT

Terminal Performance Objective n n To have the ability to implement the ISO position

Terminal Performance Objective n n To have the ability to implement the ISO position and successfully perform the task of the ISO. To receive accreditation through GFSTC for NPQ ISO certification.

Enabling Objectives n n Examine the history of the ISO. Examine the national standards

Enabling Objectives n n Examine the history of the ISO. Examine the national standards directly pertaining to the ISO. (NFPA 1500 and 1521).

Units n n n Unit 1: Introduction Unit 2: Risk Management Unit 3: Safety

Units n n n Unit 1: Introduction Unit 2: Risk Management Unit 3: Safety (Training, Equipment, PPE, etc…) Unit 4: Safety (Scene Safety) Unit 5: GCFES Policies Unit 6: GCFES RIT

History n OSHA created in 1970 by RIThard Nixon. ¡ ¡ ¡ A place

History n OSHA created in 1970 by RIThard Nixon. ¡ ¡ ¡ A place of employment free from recognized hazards. Comply with Occupational Safety and Health standards. Title 29 CFR 1910 (Fire Service)

History n n Every year there approximately 100 LODD’s and close to 55, 000

History n n Every year there approximately 100 LODD’s and close to 55, 000 injuries. Life Expectancy!!? ?

History Response: n NFPA 1500 Standard on Occupational Safety and Health Program.

History Response: n NFPA 1500 Standard on Occupational Safety and Health Program.

History n n Old: NFPA 1501 in 1977 Now: NFPA 1521 as of 1992.

History n n Old: NFPA 1501 in 1977 Now: NFPA 1521 as of 1992.

History n Why? ¡ To emphasize health, safety and wellness.

History n Why? ¡ To emphasize health, safety and wellness.

NFPA 1500 n n n Established 1987. Provided minimum requirements and formal requirement for

NFPA 1500 n n n Established 1987. Provided minimum requirements and formal requirement for SO. Specified health and safety guidelines for fire dept. activities.

NFPA 1521 n Provides the qualifications, authority and functions for the fire department health

NFPA 1521 n Provides the qualifications, authority and functions for the fire department health and safety officer.

Qualification n n Fire Officer I Knowledge of health and wellness Knowledge of hazards

Qualification n n Fire Officer I Knowledge of health and wellness Knowledge of hazards with occupation Extensive knowledge of department operations.

Authority n n May alter, suspend or terminate any unsafe or hazardous operation. May

Authority n n May alter, suspend or terminate any unsafe or hazardous operation. May appoint assistants ISO’s.

n Any Questions? ?

n Any Questions? ?

Prevention? ? ? n Fire Training Gone Bad!

Prevention? ? ? n Fire Training Gone Bad!

Summary n n OSHA NFPA 1500 and 1521 Qualifications Authority

Summary n n OSHA NFPA 1500 and 1521 Qualifications Authority

n Questions? ? ¡ The End.

n Questions? ? ¡ The End.