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During a confined space rescue, the attendant observes that the entrant has collapsed. What is the attendant's first priority?

Correct Answer

C) Call emergency services and initiate external rescue procedures

The attendant must never enter the confined space for rescue. OSHA requires calling emergency services and using external rescue methods to avoid creating additional victims.

Answer Options
A
Send another worker into the space to assist
B
Increase ventilation and wait for the entrant to recover
C
Call emergency services and initiate external rescue procedures
D
Enter the space immediately to provide first aid

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The attendant must never enter the confined space for rescue. OSHA requires calling emergency services and using external rescue methods to avoid creating additional victims.

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