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The term aircraft includes: Fixed-wing Rotary-wing such as helicopters and autogyros Hot air balloons Airships Gliders Unmanned aircraft systems (known as drones) ...

It is not possible to provide a comprehensive list of confined spaces. Some spaces may become confined when work is carried out, or during their construction, fabrication or subsequent...

An incident involving above ground structures can be complex due to the size, shape, purpose and surrounding area. It may be beneficial to use joint on-site training to identify and plan for...

The hazards presented by vehicle safety systems include: Heat from vehicle components Physical injury from fast-moving vehicle components Noise from deployment of safety systems ...

Definition of terrorism Terrorist groups use violence and threats of violence to publicise their causes and as a means to achieve their goals. They often aim to influence or exert pressure on...

Some industries use the word 'plant' to indicate specialist equipment, machinery or industrial premises. For the purposes of this guidance, the word 'plant' has purposely been avoided and is...

The working atmosphere of some incidents may not be safe to operate in without appropriate respiratory equipment (RPE), even if the atmosphere is initially found to be respirable. Portable or...

The term munitions includes: Firearms and other military weapons Ammunition, such as shells, cartridges or bullets There is the potential for fire and rescue service personnel to...

Because of the nature and severity of the risks faced while working in confined spaces, it is essential that fire and rescue services, taking into account their risk management plan, establish...

Selection and use of suitable equipment Any equipment provided for use in a confined space must be suitable for the purpose. If there is a risk of flammable gases in a confined space,...

Above ground structures in the built environment can be divided into the following classes: Framed and unframed buildings (not included in this section of guidance; refer to Fires in...

A below ground structure is either partially or fully under the ground, or under another type of covering, such as concrete. Incidents in these types of structures may present significant hazards...

Normal fire service radio telecommunications may be rendered ineffective when operating in below ground environments and infrastructure. Fire and rescue services should take care when accepting...

An appropriate understanding of structure design and construction materials is required to assess and monitor an unstable or collapsed structure. This will include identifying: Age,...

This control measure should be read in conjunction with Make a safe and controlled approach to the incident   Incidents affecting the transport network will present challenges to...

Compressed air (pneumatic) systems found in modes of transport include: Compressed air brake systems Air suspension systems Door operations Provision of engine functions such...

Personnel should not normally work in the vicinity of any rail infrastructure or track until confirmation has been received that proportionate control of the railway has been implemented....

The official name for detonators is ‘signal, railway track, explosive’. They were previously referred to 'fog signals' or 'railway for signals'. Detonators are small explosive devices used...

The term 'alternative fuel vehicles' (AFV) refers to vehicles powered by fuels other than petrol or diesel. The hazards and control measures for incidents involving AFVs should be considered...

General The utility industry uses pipelines extensively to transport products around their sites and for distribution around the UK. Pipelines are considered a safe mode of transport for conveying...