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Silos Refer to the supplementary information about silos. The main hazards to be considered when attending an incident with a silo are: The need for enclosed space working ...

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 appropriate hazard area around a slurry pit or lagoon should be identified and controlled, especially if there is a risk that the contents will be released. Access into the hazard...

This hazard should be read in conjunction with Security features   Captive animals may be encountered in animal facilities including: Farms Veterinary facilities Boarding...

Examples of pressure systems and equipment are: Boilers and steam heating systems Pressurised process machinery and piping Cylinders Compressed air systems (fixed and portable) ...

The likelihood of the presence of and type of munitions will depend on the use of the site. An appropriate hazard area should be identified and controlled, in liaison with the responsible...

To reduce the risk of injury or damage a safe system of work for work at height should include planning to ensure: As much activity as possible should be carried out at ground level ...

Avoiding entry into a confined space to deal with an emergency, should always be the preferred approach. The Confined Spaces Regulations and the Confined Spaces Regulations (Northern Ireland)...

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...

Prior to commencing operations, incident commanders should consider putting in place appropriate supervision and ensure that personnel are competent to work in confined...

Isolation from gases, liquids, and other flowing materials When operating in a confined space, the ingress of gas, liquids or flowing materials will affect the environment, which may...

CT (computerised tomography) scanners will most commonly be found in medical facilities, such as hospitals. However, they may also be found in animal facilities, such as veterinary clinics and...

Unlike MRI scanners, isolating the electrical supply does not have a time delay and there is no cost implication or risk of damage to the instrument by operating the electrical isolation...

Information should be gathered about the strength of magnet and the size of the lifting zone; this may be available in Site-Specific Risk Information (SSRI), but personnel should liaise with...

Operators should be made aware of the presence of responders before personnel enter the hazard area. Isolating power supplies It may be necessary to isolate power supplies to pressure...

Discharge control mechanisms should be isolated in the closed position. This mechanism may be manually, mechanically or electronically operated. This will prevent contents from being...

This guidance has been developed to assist fire and rescue services in identifying hazards and implementing control measures for operational incidents that involve the following...

When reference is made to working with other agencies, refer to the JESIP Joint Doctrine for further information. To make an effective response, each fire and rescue service needs a consistent...

Personnel need to be aware of the area and surface they may be operating near or on. Warning signs should be found at the approaches to roofs with fragile coverings. Gaining situational...

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,...