Mod 1: Course Overview

Confined Space Level I

Course OverviewDay One

Lecture Mod 1 – Mod 6

Practical – Orientation Air Systems Tending Systems Hazard Management Victim Packaging and Movement

Course OverviewDay 2

Practical - (Rescuer Development) Confidence Course Obstacle Negotiation Victim Movement and Removal Portable High Directional Labs Horizontal and Vertical Entry Walk Through

Course OverviewDay 3

Practical – Team/System Development Scenarios

General InformationStudents must complete all course

components and skill sheet objectives to receive certification.

Students must maintain compliance with PPE standards during evolutions.

Students should be prepared to train in all weather conditions

Dress Appropriately

SAFETYStudents must comply with all safety

directives established by the instructional team.

Safety is the shared responsibility of the individual, team, and instructors.

Practice safety at all times.“STOP” is the universal command for

imminent threats to safetyBe aware of your surroundings at all times.

General Information

Early dismissal or late arrivalNotify Instructors

Medical Concerns or InjuriesNotify Instructors

General InformationThis course is designed to meet or exceed all

requirements of NFPA 1006 and NFPA 1670 for operations (Level I) level confined space rescue.

The purpose of this course is to create competent rescuers with:Strong confined space rescue fundamentals Ability to function as part of a rescue teamUnderstanding of tactical priorities and

organizationProficiency in technical skills and applications

General InformationPrerequisite StandardNFPA 1006 Ch. 4.3.1: Level I (Operations)

This level shall apply to individuals who identify hazards, use equipment, and apply limited techniques specified in this standard to perform technical rescue operations.

NFPA 1006 Ch. 5 : Job Performance RequirementsSite Operations, Victim Management, Maintenance,

Ropes/RiggingRequisite StandardNFPA 1006 Ch. 7.1: Level I (Operations)

Specific Requirements for Confined Space Operations

Course ObjectivesConfined Space Assessment and HazardsEquipment MonitoringVentilationEntry OperationsVictim ManagementRescue OperationsSite Operations