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Maritime Rescue Procedures

The 12 step enclosed space rescue process begins when (1) a problem is identified inside the enclosed space. (2) The officer in charge sounds the alarm and coordinates the rescue effort. (3) The rescue party assembles and is briefed on the situation. They then (4) assemble rescue equipment and (5) secure the area. The rescue party conducts (6) a risk assessment before (7) preparing to enter the space. (8) Atmosphere tests are conducted and (9) the team enters the space. The team (10) finds the casualty, (11) provides medical attention and extracts them from the space. (12) The officer in charge is kept updated throughout the rescue process.

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Maritime Rescue Procedures

The 12 step enclosed space rescue process begins when (1) a problem is identified inside the enclosed space. (2) The officer in charge sounds the alarm and coordinates the rescue effort. (3) The rescue party assembles and is briefed on the situation. They then (4) assemble rescue equipment and (5) secure the area. The rescue party conducts (6) a risk assessment before (7) preparing to enter the space. (8) Atmosphere tests are conducted and (9) the team enters the space. The team (10) finds the casualty, (11) provides medical attention and extracts them from the space. (12) The officer in charge is kept updated throughout the rescue process.

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  • Enclosed Space Rescue Steps: Outlines the sequential steps for conducting an enclosed space rescue operation.
  • Rescue Execution and Aftercare: Focuses on procedural steps and conditions verification during and after the rescue operation.

Enclosed Space Rescue

Step by step Rescue

1. The problem is identified


When something goes wrong, such as the standby person not receiving
communication from the team inside at the due time, or a gas alarm being
activated, the standby person should notify the officer in charge immediately,
communicating all the necessary information about risks to personnel and/or the
ship.

2. The alarm is sounded


The officer in charge sounds the alarm, and stays on the bridge to coordinate the
rescue.

3. The rescue party muster


On hearing the alarm, the backup team and any other members of the rescue party
muster and are briefed about:
 what has happened
 who is inside
 what equipment is in the space
 what communication there is
 atmosphere readings

4. The equipment is assembled


Rescue equipment such as SCBA, lifelines, hoist, stretcher and oxygen resuscitator
should already be on location. Now, any other necessary equipment is brought to
the entrance. Team members check and test all the rescue equipment.

5. The area is secured


The purpose of this is to prevent any unauthorised person entering the space.
6. An ‘on the spot’ risk assessment is carried out:
 Has the space been ventilated?

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 Has the atmosphere been tested?
 What was identified by the original risk assessment?
 What control measures are in place?
 Has the space been isolated from other systems?
 Has electrical equipment been isolated?
 What special tools, equipment or PPE will be needed?

After assessing the risk, if the rescue party do not believe that they can safely
reach and rescue the casualty, then they are duty-bound not to enter. Remember:
the most important people in a rescue are the rescuers themselves.

7. The team prepares for entry


Rescue team members put on their rescue harnesses and prepare their RPE
(Respiratory Protective Equipment) by checking and testing it.

8. The atmosphere is tested


Atmosphere readings are taken and recorded on the BA control board.

9. The team enters the space


The team may enter normally, or may be lowered in using a tripod. Once inside, the
team check each other. While they are inside the space, they constantly monitor
the environment to avoid injury.

10. The team find the casualty


The rescue team report the find to the standby person.

11. The casualty is attended to and taken out of the space


The rescue team provide immediate medical attention and the casualty is hoisted
out.

12. The officer in charge is kept up to date


At each stage in the rescue, the standby person keeps the officer in charge
informed as to progress.

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