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eTools Home : Shipyard Employment Scope | Glossary | Additional Resources | Viewing / Printing Instructions | Credits General Requirements Shipbuilding Ship Repair Shipbreaking Barge Cleaning Pre-Entry » Establishing Rescue Teams   OSHA requires employers to establish a rescue team or arrange for an outside rescue team (typically a local fire department). [1915.12(e)] Many confined or enclosed space incidents result in multiple fatalities: the original victim and the would-be rescuer(s). Therefore, it is literally a matter of life and death for workers to know how and when to attempt a rescue. The following are rescue options and recommendations: Shipyard Rescue Team Outside Rescue Team Maritime Labor/Industry Recommendations Shipyard Rescue Team Must be trained in PPE use, first aid, CPR, rescue equipment, and duties of rescue, and informed of hazards in rescue at the employer's facility. [1915.12(e)(1)] Must practice drills at least annually. [1915.12(e)(1)] Back to Top Outside Rescue Team Must be informed of hazards the team may encounter so the team may be trained and equipped. [1915.12(e)(2)] Note: The criteria for an in-house rescue can be used to evaluate the outside rescue services. Back to Top Figure 1: Outside rescue team Maritime Labor/Industry Recommendations The employer should ensure that either a visual or audio communication method is established between workers in these spaces and assigned person(s) outside these spaces. Back to Top    eTools Home : Shipyard Employment Scope | Glossary | Additional Resources | Viewing / Printing Instructions | Credits

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