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What is the primary consideration for the use of any tool?
What is the primary consideration for the use of any tool?
- Efficiency
- Convenience
- Safety (correct)
- Cost
Which of the following is a sub-category of rescue tools?
Which of the following is a sub-category of rescue tools?
- Fire Appliances (correct)
- Medical Supplies
- Safety Equipment
- Communication Devices
Why is it important to evaluate the consequences of operation before beginning?
Why is it important to evaluate the consequences of operation before beginning?
- To avoid accidents (correct)
- To reduce cost
- To ensure efficiency
- To save time
What should you do before using any tool?
What should you do before using any tool?
Why is training and practice important for rescue tools?
Why is training and practice important for rescue tools?
What should you do before using a tool?
What should you do before using a tool?
Why is adequate lighting essential?
Why is adequate lighting essential?
What should you do with a tool?
What should you do with a tool?
What type of tool is a wrench?
What type of tool is a wrench?
What is the main purpose of pushing, pulling, and lifting tools?
What is the main purpose of pushing, pulling, and lifting tools?
What type of tool is a pry bar?
What type of tool is a pry bar?
What is the main purpose of striking tools?
What is the main purpose of striking tools?
What type of tool is a chain saw?
What type of tool is a chain saw?
What is the main purpose of energy sources?
What is the main purpose of energy sources?
What type of tool is a fire extinguisher?
What type of tool is a fire extinguisher?
What type of tool is a gas detector?
What type of tool is a gas detector?
What is the primary focus of this manual?
What is the primary focus of this manual?
Which of the following is NOT a source cited in the manual?
Which of the following is NOT a source cited in the manual?
Which company provided courtesy photos for the manual?
Which company provided courtesy photos for the manual?
What is the purpose of the Operation Recharge Inspection and Maintenance Manual?
What is the purpose of the Operation Recharge Inspection and Maintenance Manual?
Which of the following is NOT a rescue tool classification?
Which of the following is NOT a rescue tool classification?
Who is the publisher of the Canadian Electrical Code?
Who is the publisher of the Canadian Electrical Code?
Which organization is concerned with occupational health and safety?
Which organization is concerned with occupational health and safety?
What is the purpose of the Saskatchewan Mine Emergency Response Program?
What is the purpose of the Saskatchewan Mine Emergency Response Program?
What type of incident will dictate which tools are used to rescue and ensure the safety of trapped and injured workers?
What type of incident will dictate which tools are used to rescue and ensure the safety of trapped and injured workers?
What should tool selection also account for in a rescue operation?
What should tool selection also account for in a rescue operation?
What is the primary purpose of hand tools in rescue operations?
What is the primary purpose of hand tools in rescue operations?
What are the three typical power sources for power tools?
What are the three typical power sources for power tools?
What is not the primary purpose of rescue tools in a mine rescue operation?
What is not the primary purpose of rescue tools in a mine rescue operation?
Why is it important for trainees to be familiar with the tools available at their mine site?
Why is it important for trainees to be familiar with the tools available at their mine site?
How can rescue tools be generally classified?
How can rescue tools be generally classified?
What is an example of a concern that tool selection should account for in a rescue operation?
What is an example of a concern that tool selection should account for in a rescue operation?
What type of incidents and emergencies can Mine Rescue teams encounter?
What type of incidents and emergencies can Mine Rescue teams encounter?
What is the first responsibility of rescuers in Mine Rescue?
What is the first responsibility of rescuers in Mine Rescue?
Why is it important to continue practicing with your Mine Rescue team?
Why is it important to continue practicing with your Mine Rescue team?
What should you do with the 'MINE RESCUE' sticker on your hat?
What should you do with the 'MINE RESCUE' sticker on your hat?
What is the goal of the committee that created this manual?
What is the goal of the committee that created this manual?
Where might you be called upon to assist in responses?
Where might you be called upon to assist in responses?
What does being a part of a Mine Rescue team involve?
What does being a part of a Mine Rescue team involve?
Why is Mine Rescue work considered dangerous?
Why is Mine Rescue work considered dangerous?
Study Notes
Tool Categories and Functions
- Rescue tools can be categorized into two general categories: hand tools and power tools.
- Hand tools require manual force and extend the range or force of body actions.
- Power tools are operated by external or internal power sources (pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric).
Tool Sub-Categories
- Rotating tools: used to assemble and disassemble, include wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
- Pushing, Pulling, and Lifting tools: used to extend reach or exert extra force, include pike poles, chains, winches, and lifting bags.
- Prying and Spreading tools: used for gaining access, include pry bars, scaling bars, and hydraulic spreaders.
- Striking tools: used to apply impact force, include axes, hammers, and sledgehammers.
- Cutting tools: used to sever an object, include knives, chain saws, and reciprocating saws.
- Energy Sources: provide independent energy in the field, include power generators, lighting plants, and hydraulic power sources.
- Hazardous Materials/Spill tools: used to protect responders and help with clean-up, include spill kits, gas detectors, and ventilation equipment.
- Fire Appliances: used to assist in fire suppression, include fire extinguishers, fire hoses, and nozzles.
- Miscellaneous tools: include communication devices, ladders, life lines, and confined space equipment.
General Safety Considerations
- Safety is the primary consideration when using any tool.
- Always wear appropriate PPE when operating tools.
- Training and practice in the proper use of rescue tools are required prior to use.
- Evaluate the consequences of operation before beginning.
- Examine the tool for damage before each use and keep tools in good working order.
- Use tools only for tasks they are designed for.
Concepts and Definitions
- Tool selection is based on the type of incident and the need to rescue and ensure safety of trapped and injured workers while minimizing risk.
- Rescue teams must be familiar with the tools available at their mine site.
- Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when operating any tool.
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This quiz covers the various types of tools used in firefighting, categorized by their function, and general safety considerations for their use.
