Incident Safety Officer Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II/AAS Brian Ward
Dec 28, 2015
Incident Safety OfficerGwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services
Instructor II/AAS
Brian Ward
Introduction
Purpose: This class was developed not to “recreate the wheel,” but to focus on the issues concerning Gwinnett County incident scene safety and examine the ISO directly. Also, to prepare for NPQ accreditation for ISO.
Course Scope
Within this course we will examine the following:
History of ISO Standards pertaining to ISO Duties/expectations GCFES policies GCFES RIT
Terminal Performance Objective
To have the ability to implement the ISO position and successfully perform the task of the ISO.
To receive accreditation through GFSTC for NPQ ISO certification.
Enabling Objectives
Examine the history of the ISO. Examine the national standards
directly pertaining to the ISO. (NFPA 1500 and 1521).
Units
Unit 1: Introduction Unit 2: Risk Management Unit 3: Safety (Training, Equipment,
PPE, etc…) Unit 4: Safety (Scene Safety) Unit 5: GCFES Policies Unit 6: GCFES RIT
History
OSHA created in 1970 by RIThard Nixon. A place of employment free from
recognized hazards. Comply with Occupational Safety and
Health standards. Title 29 CFR 1910 (Fire Service)
History
Every year there are approximately 100 LODD’s and close to 55,000 injuries.
Life Expectancy!!??
History
Response: NFPA 1500 Standard on Occupational
Safety and Health Program.
History
Old: NFPA 1501 in 1977 Now: NFPA 1521 as of 1992.
History
Why? To emphasize health, safety and
wellness.
NFPA 1500
Established 1987. Provided minimum requirements and
formal requirement for SO. Specified health and safety guidelines
for fire dept. activities.
NFPA 1521
Provides the qualifications, authority and functions for the fire department health and safety officer.
Qualification
Fire Officer I Knowledge of health and wellness Knowledge of hazards with occupation Extensive knowledge of department
operations.
Authority
May alter, suspend or terminate any unsafe or hazardous operation.
May appoint assistants ISO’s.
Any Questions????
Prevention???
Fire Training Gone Bad!
Summary
OSHA NFPA 1500 and 1521 Qualifications Authority
Questions?? The End.