Confined Space and Structural Rope Rescue

by Michael R. Roop, Tom Vines, Thomas (Tom) Verdo Vines, et al.

Book Overview

For the first time a compilation of all critical material related to confined space hazards and emergencies is available. This text is intended to be a complete technical guide and reference for rescue training in the confined space and industrial environments. The book covers all aspects of confined space and structural rope rescue operations, including team development, rigging and hauling techniques, patient consideration, and hazard reduction...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815173830
• ISBN13: 9780815173830
• Release Date: July 1998
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Good Technical Reference

As I instruct in the technical rescue field, this book is a great reference. Lots of information on ropes, mechanical advantage systems, rope rescue and litters. There is also a bunch of information on confined space rescue in particular, like ventilation and air supply.

Confined Space and structural rope Rescue by Micheal Roop

As a High Structure Rescue Traininer I see a lot of information on roped rescue. I found this book useful and concise with clear illustrations, I don't agree with ever aspect of the rigging, but the authors share the view that there is more than one system for rescue, as long as it is SAFE for everybody. Overall I found it a good book for developing peoples understanding for safe High Structure Rescues.

Excellent reference

While no book on technical rescue can subustitute for live training with competent intructors this book provides an excellent foundation. The author covers relevant OSHA and NFPA standards in a clear and concise fashion. The book thoroughly covers all aspects of industrial and confined space rescue operations with a strong emphasis on safety.