Template - Confined Space Rescue Plan - American OHSA

Equip your team with a reliable and comprehensive Confined Space Rescue Plan to ensure readiness for any confined space emergency. This fillable PDF is designed for safety supervisors, rescue teams, and safety watches to outline step-by-step procedures in case of a confined space incident.

Key features include:

• Rescue Equipment Checklist: Identify all necessary rescue and medical equipment, from retrieval ropes to AEDs, ensuring your team has the right tools on hand.
• Evacuation Procedures: Detailed guidelines for initiating a rescue, including communication protocols, emergency notifications, and steps for evacuating injured personnel safely.
• Non-Entry and Entry Rescue Plans: Provides structured approaches for both non-entry rescues (using retrieval systems) and entry rescues, with clear instructions on mobilizing and handling injured or unconscious workers.
• Post-Incident Protocol: Ensures the scene is secured and frozen for investigation following a rescue, supporting compliance with safety regulations and thorough incident review.

This document is an essential part of any confined space safety toolkit, enabling teams to respond swiftly and efficiently in emergencies. Explore other Confined Space Safety Essentials on The Safety Doc Shop, including CSE Entry Logs, CSE Hazard Assessment Template, 10 Life Saving Rules, and CSE Policy & Procedure, to establish a complete safety system for confined space operations.