Module 1: Introduction to Confined Space Rescue

• Importance of confined space rescue training
• Common accidents and fatalities in confined spaces
• Regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, local standards)

Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities

• Duties of rescuers, attendants, entrants, and supervisors
• Incident command structure during rescue operations
• Reporting hazards and unsafe practices

Module 3: Hazard Identification

• Atmospheric hazards: toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, flammable vapors
• Physical hazards: entrapment, engulfment, and mechanical hazards
• Environmental hazards affecting confined spaces

Module 4: Risk Assessment and Rescue Planning

• Pre-entry hazard assessment
• Evaluating access, rescue routes, and equipment needs
• Developing site-specific confined space rescue plans

Module 5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Helmets, respirators, harnesses, gloves, and protective clothing
• Inspection, maintenance, and correct usage
• PPE selection based on hazards and confined space type

Module 6: Atmospheric Monitoring and Testing

• Use of gas detectors and monitors
• Identifying oxygen levels, toxic gases, and flammable vapors
• Continuous monitoring during rescue operations

Module 7: Rescue Techniques

• Non-entry rescue and entry rescue procedures
• Use of retrieval systems, tripods, and winches
• Safe lifting, lowering, and extraction techniques

Module 8: Rope and Mechanical Systems

• Anchoring and rigging for confined space rescue
• Mechanical advantage systems for lifting and lowering
• Inspection and safe operation of rescue equipment

Module 9: Emergency Procedures and Communication

• Coordinating rescue efforts with the team and emergency services
• Communication tools: radios, hand signals, alarms
• Evacuation and post-rescue procedures

Module 10: First Aid and Medical Response

• Immediate care for chemical exposure, asphyxiation, and trauma
• Spinal precautions and CPR
• Coordination with medical responders

Module 11: Drills and Practical Exercises

• Simulated confined space rescue scenarios
• Hands-on practice with equipment and techniques
• Evaluating performance and identifying improvement areas

Module 12: Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture

• Reviewing incidents and near misses
• Updating rescue procedures and training programs
• Promoting a proactive confined space safety and rescue culture