Michael Daley describe the ways in which rescuers can train to respond successfully to these emergencies.Today's fire-rescue service must be prepared for all types of emergencies that can arise in the ...
Champaign, Ill. — The University of Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) has updated and released its Trench Rescue Technician Student Field Guide (TFOG). Originally introduced in 2012, the updated ...
Trench rescues have been a common technical rescue operation since the advent of underground utilities. Occupational studies show that the construction and utility industries are continuing to suffer ...
Trench and excavation operations are among the most dangerous jobs in the construction and utility industries. While most trench fatalities happen in unprotected trenches, studies estimate that 24% ...
Contractors can often develop their own shoring designs for trench excavations. However, excavations near adjacent structures, underground utilities and roadways may come with unique and complex ...