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COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of this course, Guide for Emergency
Evacuation of Passengers from Elevating Devices, based on the ASME A17.4, is to provide the guidelines and familiarization on
different types of elevating devices, and training on the safe
and proper procedures for emergency service agencies, as defined
by the Emergency "911" Act, to be followed when
extracting people from elevating devices in emergency
situations.
There are three different courses available, Course A, B and C.
Each course covers different types of elevating devices. The
type of course provided in a particular locale will be based on
the type of elevating devices in that area.
The course is presented under the auspices of, and in
association with, the Provincial Elevator Authority.
Further information on the type of course available in your
locale can be provided upon request.
COURSE OUTLINE:
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Establishing and/or discussing the protocol with regards
to responding to elevator entrapments. |
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Rescue team organization and duties of members of the
team. |
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Familiarization of the different types of elevating
devices covered by the course. |
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The required equipment and proper tools the team should
have prior to attempting a rescue. |
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Establishing current contact list of registered elevator
maintenance contractors that operate in the locale.
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The proper and safe use of elevator hoistway access
keys, unlocking devices, send away switches, etc.
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Knowledge of elevator electrical disconnect switches,
their location and function. Understanding stored energy
of elevating devices. |
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Knowledge of the emergency escape hatch(s) located in
the elevator car cab. |
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Understanding certain elevator equipment terminology. |
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Review of the ASME A17.4 Guide for Emergency Personnel. |
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Understanding certain elevator emergency operational
features such as firefighters control, special emergency
service, elevator emergency recall, etc. |
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Discuss the protocol for lock out tag out procedures of
elevator(s) and their disconnect switches. |
CERTIFICATE:
A
certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the
course. The Certificate is recognized by the Chief Elevator
Inspector for the Provincial Elevator Authority with regards to
emergency extraction of passengers from elevating devices.
WHO SHOULD
ATTEND:
All
emergency responders and/or first responders as defined by the
Emergency "911" Act, and / or as defined by management, that
would be called upon to respond to an emergency evacuation of
passengers from elevating devices.
$350.00 plus HST per person. This could vary depending on the class of course
provided and location of course. Further details can be provided
upon request. Participants are expected to provide their own
transportation, meals, accommodations, etc. The course is
subject to a minimum number of participants. Method of payment
by cheque or cash. Credit cards not accepted.
Contact Us
by Email (see
contact us link) if You are Interested in Holding a
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