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Inspect all rescue equipment before confined space entry.
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Rescue Equipment Inspection
Inspect each item. Mark P = Pass, F = Fail. Record notes for any defect, damage or expiry. Do not authorise entry if any critical item fails.
| # | Item | Check | P/F | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tripod / Davit Arm | ||||
| 1 | Legs and feet condition | No cracks, corrosion, deformation | ||
| 2 | Leg locks functional | All locks engage and hold securely | ||
| 3 | Pulley / head assembly secure | No play, sheave rotates freely | ||
| 4 | Load rating label legible | SWL / WLL label present and readable | ||
| Mechanical Winch / SRL | ||||
| 5 | Cable / strap condition | No fraying, kinks or corrosion | ||
| 6 | Brake mechanism functional | Engages smoothly, holds load | ||
| 7 | Descent speed control | Controlled lowering at rated speed | ||
| 8 | Load capacity label legible | SWL / WLL label present and readable | ||
| Full Body Harness | ||||
| 9 | Webbing condition | No cuts, fraying or chemical damage | ||
| 10 | Buckles and adjusters functional | All buckles engage and release | ||
| 11 | D-rings and attachment points | Secure, no distortion or corrosion | ||
| 12 | Stitching intact | No broken, cut or pulled stitching | ||
| 13 | Labels and inspection tag current | Legible, within service date | ||
| Breathing Apparatus (SCBA / Airline) | ||||
| 14 | Cylinder pressure within range | Gauge reading: ______ bar/kPa | ||
| 15 | Face mask seal tested | Positive/negative pressure check | ||
| 16 | Demand valve functional | Correct air flow on inhalation | ||
| 17 | Airline integrity (if applicable) | No leaks, kinks or damage | ||
| # | Item | Check | P/F | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Detection | ||||
| 18 | Calibration current | Date: _______________ | ||
| 19 | Bump test passed | All sensors respond to test gas | ||
| 20 | All sensors within expiry | Check sensor expiry dates | ||
| 21 | Alarm function tested | Audible + visual alarms activate | ||
| Communication | ||||
| 22 | Battery charge adequate | Sufficient for entry duration | ||
| 23 | Range tested to entry point | Clear two-way communication | ||
| 24 | Intrinsically safe rating confirmed | IS rating label present | ||
| First Aid / Resuscitation | ||||
| 25 | Kit contents complete | All required items present | ||
| 26 | All items within expiry | Check expiry dates on all items | ||
| 27 | Oxygen supply available (if applicable) | Cylinder pressure, regulator | ||
| Lighting & Other | ||||
| 28 | Intrinsically safe rating confirmed | IS rating label present | ||
| 29 | Battery charge adequate | Sufficient for entry duration | ||
| 30 | Stretcher / basket condition and straps | No damage, straps secure | ||