Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to perform rescue from switchyard structures at heights
- Instruction in hazards and risk control measures for specific work areas and work activities are identified and obtained.
- Systems and emergency rescue equipment are identified and placed to minimise and control hazards according to established procedures.
- Tools and emergency equipment needed for a rescue are checked for safety, functionality and placed according to established procedures.
- Carry out rescue from switchyard structures at heights
- Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risk are followed.
- Workplace procedures for accessing the switchyard structure, removing the victim where necessary, from contact with live apparatus are followed.
- Workplace procedures for attaching the emergency lowering equipment and lowering the victim to the ground are followed.
- Workplace procedures for applying first aid at the site and gaining access to treatment by a medical professional if necessary are followed.
- The worksite is secured and entry controlled until appropriate authorities inspect and release the site.
- Complete rescue procedures from switchyard structures at heights