ASTM F1783-97(R2021) pdf free download

ASTM F1783-97(R2021) pdf free download.Standard Guide for Performance of an Ice Rescuer—Level II
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers minimum requirements for the scope of performance of an ice rescuer who performs cold water and ice rescues from the surface, assists with support for ice rescue divers, and provides initial patient care at a cold water or ice rescue incident. 1.2 This guide is one of a series that, together with Guide F1739, describes the minimum performance requirements of an ice rescuer. 1.3 Individuals who will operate in the cold water or ice rescue setting need to be aware of the equipment and physical requirements necessary to be able to perform all identified objectives and necessary skills in the setting. 1.4 The values stated in both inch-pound and SI units are to be regarded separately as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter- mine the applicability ofregulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accor- dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- ization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions ofTerms Specific to This Standard: 3.1.1 drysuit, n—a protective suit that encompasses the wearer, prohibiting water from entering. A drysuit may provide no buoyancy or thermal protection without insulation under- garments or a buoyancy compensating device. 3.1.2 floating tether, tag line, n—a water rescue technique which stretches a line across a body of water. This line has a flotation device attached to it to keep the rope on the surface of the water and to provide a buoyant object for the victim to grab hold. 3.1.3 ice awls, n—a device used for rescue on ice consisting of a sharp spike with a handle. 3.1.4 ice staff, n—a stick, pole, or rod with a sharp spike in one end used to traverse on ice or rescue on ice. 3.1.5 immersion suit, n—designed to provide cold water protection and buoyancy by one person in cold water emer- gencies. These devices should conform to standards set by the appropriate national regulatory authority, that is, the U.S. Coast Guard in the United States. 3.1.6 personal flotation device, PFD, n—a buoyant device suitable for use by one person in water emergencies. These devices should conform to standards set by the appropriate national regulatory authority, that is, the U.S. Coast Guard in the United States. 3.1.7 sinking tether, snag line, n—a water rescue technique that stretches a weighted line across a body of water to snag or support fully or partly submerged objects and people. 3.1.8 vessel, n—includes every description of watercraft, including nondisplacement craft and seaplanes, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This guide is to be used to expand the performance of water rescuers and improve the emergency response and patient care delivered to victims in the cold water and ice rescue environment. 4.2 All persons who are identified as ice rescuers shall meet the requirements of this guide.4.3 This guide is not intended to be used in isolation, but as a component guide acknowledging many duties of response at a cold water and ice rescue emergency. It also establishes a minimum scope ofperformance and encourages the addition of optional knowledge, skills, and attitudinal objectives. 4.4 This guide does not establish medical protocols, nor does it authorize invasive procedures without specific authori- zation and medical control. 4.5 This guide is intended to assist government agencies, state, local, or regional organizations, fire departments, rescue teams, and others who are responsible for establishing a minimum performance for personnel who respond to cold water and ice emergencies. 4.6 An ice rescuer shall be wearing an immersion suit, drysuit with PFD, or equivalent cold water protection and buoyancy to perform these rescues.