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670 8-hour HAZWOPER Refresher for Cleanup Operations
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Confined Space Rescue Team Responsibilities

Confined space rescue team members must complete hands-on training and drills using mannequins or personnel in a simulation of the confined space.

The rescue team must be trained and practice often.

The Rescue Team members may not enter a confined space before the issuance of an entry permit for any confined space and at least annually after that. Team members must:

  • 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.

11-5. How often should confined space rescue teams complete hands-on refresher training?