Control measure
Isolate equipment: Water management systems
Control measure knowledge
Automated water management systems may have on-site isolation switches or control panels. To prevent public access, they are usually in a secure location. Activating these systems may affect hydrology in unexpected ways and the effects will vary with levels and speed of flow. Activation will also affect areas remote from the system, including the potential to cause flooding or damage to vessels located up or downstream. Activation should only ever be considered with the permission and advice of the managing agency.
See National Operational Guidance: Operations – Isolate and lock out power systems
Strategic actions
Fire and rescue services should:
Identify appropriate control measures for high-risk water management facilities
Establish protocols with responsible bodies for the isolation and control of water management systems where appropriate
Tactical actions
Incident commanders should:
Liaise with the responsible person to isolate or control the water management system
TRAINING SPECIFICATION
Knowledge and understanding
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Isolate equipment: Water management systems |
Understand:
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Practical application
| Control measure element | Learning outcome |
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Isolate equipment: Water management systems |
Demonstrate the ability to:
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- Control measureSpecialist advice: Water Management systems
- Control measureCordons: Water rescue and flooding