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667 HAZWOPER for General Site Workers VIII
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Confined Space Rescue Team Responsibilities

Rescue team members critical members of the confined space team.

The rescue team members should respond immediately to rescue calls.

They must be highly trained and skilled in rescuing entrants. The Rescue Team members should:

  • Complete a training drill using mannequins or personnel in a simulation of the confined space before the issuance of an entry permit for any confined space and at least annually after that.
  • Respond immediately to rescue calls from the Attendant or any other person recognizing a need for rescue from the confined space.
  • In addition to emergency response training, receive the same training as that required of the authorized entrants.
  • Have current certification in first-aid and CPR.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

5-5. How often should confined space rescue teams complete hands-on refresher training?