MODULE 2 UNIT 3 Self Protection Measures Rescue

MODULE 2 UNIT 3 Self Protection Measures, Rescue & Evacuation Procedures 1

Unit 3 Learning Objectives Describe how to follow self-protection measures. Describe rescue and evacuation procedures for WMD events. 2

Student Performance Objectives • Describe the different levels of personal protective equipment (PPE) ensembles. • Describe how the PPE varies from different occupational domains. • Describe the different kinds of respiratory protection. • Describe when to don PPE 3

Student Performance Objectives • Describe how to select PPE for use within the warm zone. • Describe the basic heat hazards to responders during PPE applications. • Describe how to implement triage and victim protective actions. • Describe the role of the Performance. Defensive (Operations) level responders. 4

Student Performance Objectives • Describe the difference between shelter in place and evacuation. • Describe basic life support procedures for first aid to victims. 5

The Standard • Know and follow self-protection measures and rescue and evacuation procedures for WMD events. 6

PPE • Consultation should be made with Hazardous Materials Technicians and/or Specialists about the protection level that each ensemble will provide. 7

PPE (cont. ) • Structural Firefighters Protective Clothing (SFPC) • Level B • Level C 8

Hazards and Risks of PPE • • Heat Exhaustion Heat Stroke Heat Cramps Heat Rash 9

PPE (cont. ) • Proper selection for warm zone • Protection against Bloodborn pathogens Responders should try to keep a supply of fresh BSI protective equipment with them during an incident and change them after each physical contact with a victim. 10

Rescue • Based on hazard and risk assessment • Quick in and out for rescue only (SFPC) 11

Victims and Casualties • Triage, Treatment, Transportation • Protective measures for victims • IC’s plan for evacuation of the hazard area • Moving victims to a safe area • Triage and Treat 12

Role of the Operations Level Responder (OSHA) Ø Knowledge of hazard and risk assessment techniques. Ø Knowledge of how to select and use the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) available. Ø An understanding of basic hazardous material terminology. Ø Knowledge of how to perform basic control/containment, and or confinement techniques within the capabilities of the PPE and resources available. Ø Basic decontamination techniques and procedures. Ø An understanding of the standard operating procedures, and termination procedures, within the local emergency response plan. 13

Decontamination • Emergency Decon • Mass casualty Decon • Decon area staffing 14

Evacuation • Self vs. Assisted • Evacuation vs. Shelter in Place 15

Unknown Packages 16

Basic Life Support (First Aid) • ABC’s 17

Unit 3 Review Quiz 18