Incident Safety Officer

IntroductionPurpose: This class was developed not to recreate the wheel, but to focus on the issues concerning incident scene safety and examine the ISO directly. Also, to prepare for NPQ accreditation for ISO.

Course ScopeWithin this course we will examine the following:History of ISOStandards pertaining to ISODuties/expectationsPoliciesRIC

Terminal Performance ObjectiveTo have the ability to implement the ISO position and successfully perform the task of the ISO.

Enabling ObjectivesExamine the history of the ISO.Examine the national standards directly pertaining to the ISO. (NFPA 1500 and 1521).

UnitsUnit 1: IntroductionUnit 2: Risk ManagementUnit 3: Safety (Training, Equipment, PPE, etc)Unit 4: Safety (Scene Safety)Unit 5: PoliciesUnit 6: RIC

HistoryOSHA created in 1970 by Richard Nixon.A place of employment free from recognized hazards.Comply with Occupational Safety and Health standards.Title 29 CFR 1910 (Fire Service)

HistoryEvery year there are approximately 100 LODDs and close to 55,000 injuries. Life Expectancy!!??

HistoryResponse: NFPA 1500 Standard on Occupational Safety and Health Program.

HistoryOld: NFPA 1501 in 1977Now: NFPA 1521 as of 1992.

HistoryWhy?To emphasize health, safety and wellness.

NFPA 1500Established 1987.Provided minimum requirements and formal requirement for SO.Specified health and safety guidelines for fire dept. activities.

NFPA 1521Provides the qualifications, authority and functions for the fire department health and safety officer.

QualificationFire Officer IKnowledge of health and wellnessKnowledge of hazards with occupationExtensive knowledge of department operations.

AuthorityMay alter, suspend or terminate any unsafe or hazardous operation.May appoint assistants ISOs.

Any Questions????

Prevention???Fire Training Gone Bad!

SummaryOSHANFPA 1500 and 1521QualificationsAuthority

Questions??The End.