A worker is found unconscious in a confined space. What is the correct rescue procedure?
Correct Answer
A) Activate emergency procedures and use trained rescue personnel with proper equipment
Confined space rescue requires specially trained personnel with proper equipment. Untrained rescuers often become victims themselves. Emergency procedures must be activated immediately.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Option D is correct because confined space rescue is extremely dangerous and requires specialized training, equipment, and procedures. OSHA regulations mandate that only trained rescue personnel with proper atmospheric monitoring equipment, ventilation systems, and safety lines attempt confined space rescues. Untrained individuals attempting rescue often become additional victims, creating a more dangerous situation. Emergency procedures must be activated immediately to get professional rescue teams on scene.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: Enter immediately to provide first aid
Entering immediately without proper training, equipment, or atmospheric testing puts the rescuer at extreme risk of becoming another victim due to potential atmospheric hazards like toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, or engulfment hazards.
Option C: Test the atmosphere first, then enter with proper PPE
Although atmospheric testing is important, this option still involves untrained personnel entering the confined space, which is prohibited and dangerous even with PPE, as confined space rescue requires specialized training and equipment beyond basic PPE.
Memory Technique
Remember 'STOP-CALL-WAIT': STOP yourself from entering, CALL emergency services, WAIT for trained rescue personnel. Think 'Don't become victim #2!'
Reference Hint
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.95 (Personal Protective Equipment) and 29 CFR 1910.146 (Permit-Required Confined Spaces) - Chapter on confined space entry procedures and emergency response
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