Rescue Systems 3: Structural Collapse Technician (2012
Rescue Systems 3Rescue Systems 3: StructuralCollapse Technician (2012)Course PlanCourse DetailsDescription:Bridges the training gap between the California State Fire Training RescueSystems 2 Advanced Rescue Skills course and the Federal EmergencyManagement Agency Structural Collapse Technician course. Key topicsinclude: powder actuated tools, pneumatic shores, additional tools andtechniques for breaking and breaching, cutting a tensioned cable, the "O"course, rigging, and crane operations.Designed For:All fire service and allied emergency response personnel.Authority:Office of the State Fire MarshalPrerequisites:Rescue Systems 2, Confined Space Rescue Technician, Trench RescueTechnician, and Hazardous Materials (Operations Level)Standard:N/AHours:24 hoursMaximum Class Size:48Instructor Level:Primary instructorInstructor/Student Ratio:12:1 and 1 Senior Instructor for 1-4 module delivery (Note: Seniorcannot be a Primary in 3 or 4 module classes)Restrictions:This course can only be delivered at an accredited SFT RS2 Training site.SFT Designation: FSTEPRevised December 2020Page 1 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Required ResourcesInstructor ResourcesTo teach this course, instructors need:Required Instructor GuideInstructor PowerPointStudent ManualOnline Instructor ResourcesThe following instructor resources are available online aining/fstep-curriculum/ Instructor Guide Instructor PowerPoint Student Manual Student Task BookStudent ResourcesTo participate in this course, students need: Student Manual Student Task BookFacilities, Equipment, and PersonnelThe following facilities, equipment, or personnel are required to deliver this course:Facilities Standard classroom equipped for adequate sizeWhiteboards or easel pads with appropriate writing implementsProjector/TV with appropriate laptop connectionsWifi/Internet accessRehabilitation areaRescue Systems 3 Training Site RequirementsThe following are minimum requirements for a Rescue Systems 3: Structure Collapse TechnicianBridge Training Site. The facilities and props for each module should be in close proximity to each other tofacilitate time frames.Revised December 2020Page 2 of 14
Rescue Systems 3 The requesting agency assumes all responsibility, liability, and maintenance for theengineering design, strength, stability, and adequacy of all props.The requesting agency further assumes all responsibility, liability, and maintenance forall tools, equipment and supplies used at the site for the delivery of Rescue Systems 2 /Structure Collapse Technician Bridge classes.This includes, but is not limited to, power tools, hand tools, and shoring materials.Shoring Structure(s) adequate for operations of interior and exterior shoring systems that is ofsound and safe engineering design.o Area large enough to accommodate lumber supply (near cutting station).Interior Shoreso 20' x 20' minimum working area with an 8' minimum ceiling height.Vertical Shoreo Area with simulated or actual joists to set one vertical shore with two posts.Window Shoreo 24" x 24" minimum window opening.Horizontal / Door Shoreo Hallway or door opening with vertical walls that are at least 30" wide.Sloped Floor Shoreo 20' x 20' minimum working area with a 12' wide x 12' long sloped surface.o Configured so that the sloped surface is no shorter than 3' in height at the lowend.o Slope angle to be at least 6" in 10' (3 deg, 5%) to a maximum of 120" in 10' (45deg, 100%).o Earth or hard surface.Raker Shoreo 20' x 20' minimum working area.o 16' x 16' minimum wall.Cutting station.o 20’ x 20’ minimum working area.o Cutting table built to USAR specifications.Powder Actuated Toolso 20' x 20' minimum working area.o Poured concrete 3" minimum thickness (1) One square foot minimumo Steel "I" Beam (1) One foot minimumo Concrete / masonry blocks (1) One square foot minimumBreaking / Breaching / Cutting / BurningRevised December 2020Page 3 of 14
Rescue Systems 3 20' x 20' minimum working area.o Concrete, asphalt, or unimproved ground.Concrete slab 6” minimum thickness with #3 rebar 12" on center grid pattern.o Gallows and Coring Tool (1) One square foot per student minimumo Stanley Tool (4) Four square feet per student minimumSuitable frame or other method to secure the concrete slab perpendicular to theground.Suitable anchors to allow work while suspended from a rope system.1/4" plate steelo (1) One square foot per student minimumSteel "I" beamo (1) One foot per student minimum1/2" min. wire rope or cable.o (1) One foot per student minimumLifting / Moving 50' x 50' minimum working area with 20' clear area on each side.o Concrete, asphalt, or unimproved groundTwo (2) 30' x 30' minimum working areas.o Concrete or asphaltCraneo 14 ton minimumo Area for crane to set up Concrete, asphalt, or unimproved groundTwo (2) 3' x 3' x 3' concrete cubes.One (1) 5' x 8' x 12" reinforced concrete slab.One (1) 4’ x 8' minimum, solid reinforced concrete cylinderThree (3) 5' x 8' x 6" minimum, reinforced concrete slabsTwo (2) 30" high by 5' long minimum concrete barrierOther irregular shaped concrete and / or steel objectsEquipment Standards The equipment listed below is the minimum for each Rescue Systems 2 / StructureCollapse Technician Bridge Training Site.Student safety is of paramount importance when conducting the type of high risktraining associated with the Rescue Systems 2 / Structure Collapse Technician Bridgecourse.All PPE shall be the responsibility of the student and shall meet agency and siterequirements.Lumber List does not include material for prop construction.Revised December 2020Page 4 of 14
Rescue Systems 3 This list is the equipment and materials needed to conduct a one (1) squad class of 12students. If conducting a class with two (2) or more squads, the list will need to beadjusted accordingly.Site DeviationIn the event that a training site has a facility, structure, or prop that does not comply with theRescue Systems 2 / Structure Collapse Technician Bridge Site Requirements and EquipmentStandards, the site has the opportunity to apply for a site deviation.A Rescue Systems 2 / Structure Collapse Technician Bridge Senior Instructor or designee submitsto the Chief of State Fire Training a formal letter requesting site deviation. This letter mustdescribe the site deviation in detail by listing: The need and parameters of the deviation. New or revised lesson plans linked to the deviation that ensure consistency with thestandards, Terminal Objective and Enabling Objectives of the approved Rescue Systems 2/ Structure Collapse Technician Bridge curriculum. Demonstration, either live or through visual aids, of any deviated technique orprocedure.The Chief of State Fire Training will review the request for site deviation. Any deficiencies will be appropriately documented and discussed with the RescueSystems 2 / Structure Collapse Technician Bridge Senior Instructor or designeerequesting the site deviation. If site deviation is denied, a provisional accreditation may be granted at this time. If a site is not approved, they have three (3) months to comply with the siterequirements identified as deficient in the inspection report.Revised December 2020Page 5 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Time TableSegmentModule 1:Topic 1-1: Introduction And Administration / SafetyTopic 1-2: Power Actuated ToolsTopic 1-3: RiggingModule 1 TotalsModule 2:Topic 2-1: ShoringModule 2 TotalsModule 3:Topic 3-1: Breaking / BreachingModule 3 TotalsModule 4:Topic 4-1: Cutting / BurningUnit 4 TotalsUnit 5:Topic 5-1: Lifting / Moving ("O" Course)Unit 5 TotalsUnit 6:Topic 6-1: Lifting / Moving (Crane Operations)Unit 5 TotalsTime Table KeyCourse TotalsTimeUnit 4.04.04.04.04.024.024.01. The Time Table documents the amount of time required to deliver the content included inthe course plan.2. Time is documented using the quarter system: 15 min. .25 / 30 min. .50 / 45 min. .75 /60 min. 1.0.3. The Course Totals do not reflect time for lunch (1 hour) or breaks (10 minutes per each 50minutes of instruction or assessment). It is the instructor’s responsibility to add this timebased on the course delivery schedule.4. Application (activities, skills exercises, and formative testing) time will vary depending onthe number of students enrolled and the acquired structure selected for training. TheApplication time documented is based on the maximum class size identified in the CourseDetails section.Revised December 2020Page 6 of 14
Rescue Systems 35. Summative Assessments are determined and scheduled by the authority having jurisdiction.These are not the written or psychomotor State Fire Training certification exams. These arein-class assessments to evaluate student progress and calculate course grades.Revised December 2020Page 7 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 1Topic 1-1: Introduction And Administration / SafetyTerminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will receive all information regarding administration and operational requirementsfor completion of this course, along with an understanding of the importance of sound safetypractices in all phases of planning and rescue operations.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Receive an overview of the student manual.2. Receive squad assignments and a schedule of events and rotation times, course agenda,and information regarding the location of specific events.3. Receive information and the necessary paperwork for reporting injuries.4. Understand the importance of recognizing and mitigating safety hazards.5. Be able to perform a risk / hazard analysis for a specific incident and suggest actions tominimize risks and / or eliminate hazards.6. Understand the importance of safety risk and hazard identification.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorTopic 1-2: Power Actuated ToolsTerminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will understand the function, capacity and how to safely operate power actuatedtools used in Urban Search and Rescue to support damaged structures.Enabling Learning Objectives2. Understand the purpose and use of powder actuated tools.3. Understand how to perform the center punch test.4. Understand proper safety techniques.5. Demonstrate the proper operation of powder actuated tools.6. Receive certification in the use of specific powder actuated tools (optional).7. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorTopic 1-3: RiggingRevised December 2020Page 8 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Terminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will understand the function and capacity of rigging used to lift and move and moveheavy objects.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Identify different types of rigging equipment.2. Understand the purpose and use of rigging equipment.3. Understand effects of critical angles on rigging equipment.4. Demonstrate the inspection of rigging equipment.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 9 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 2Topic 2-1: ShoringTerminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will understand the function and capacity of shoring systems used in Urban Searchand Rescue to support damaged structures.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Identify the components of pneumatic shores.2. Understand the purpose and use of pneumatic shores.3. Understand the limitations of pneumatic shores.4. Understand how to construct a spot shore.5. Understand how to construct a window shore.6. Construct a vertical shore.7. Understand how to construct a door shore.8. Construct a horizontal shore.9. Construct a raker shore.10. Understand how to construct a sloped floor shore.11. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 10 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 3Topic 3-1: Breaking / BreachingTerminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will properly break and breach to gain access through concrete, steel or otherstructural components during rescue operations in heavy floor, heavy wall, steel and concretestructures.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Use rotary hammer to breach a 2" minimum inspection hole.2. Breach concrete while suspended by a rope system.3. Construct a rope system consistent with Rescue Systems 1.4. Identify safety concerns when breaching concrete.5. Set up and operate the Stanley hydraulic power unit.6. Use the hydraulic chainsaw.7. Demonstrate a bevel cut for a "lift out".8. Use the hydraulic circular saw.9. Use the hydraulic breakers.10. Drill 2” core hole in concrete.11. Use gas and electric concrete coring tools.12. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 11 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 4Topic 4-1: Cutting / BurningTerminal Learning ObjectiveThe student will understand the capabilities and limitations of all types of burning equipmentthat can be used in USAR operations.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Use the oxy/acetylene cutting torch.2. Use the oxy/gasoline cutting torch.3. Use the exothermic cutting torch.4. Demonstrate the proper technique for a piercing / plunge cut with each cutting torch.5. Demonstrate the proper technique for a line cut with each cutting torch.6. Demonstrate the proper technique for cutting a tensioned cable or wire rope.7. Cut a hole in steel for a sling attachment (optional).8. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 12 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 5Topic 5-1: Lifting / Moving ("O" Course)Terminal Learning ObjectiveSize-up objects that have entrapped people and efficiently apply a variety of machines andpower to safely move these objects.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Use levers to lift, move, and lower a heavy object.2. Use pipes as rollers to move a heavy object.3. Use wood timbers as rails.4. Use an inclined plane.5. Use crib beds to lift and stabilize a heavy object.6. Construct a mechanical advantage system with rope and pulleys.7. Construct an "A" Frame Gantry.8. Use proper staffing and commands.9. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 13 of 14
Rescue Systems 3Module 6Topic 6-1: Lifting / Moving (Crane Operations)Terminal Learning ObjectiveSize-up objects that have entrapped people and efficiently apply a variety of machines andpower to safely move these objects.Enabling Learning Objectives1. Accurately calculate load weights.2. Find the center of gravity of different size loads and irregular shaped objects.3. Use different methods to rig wire rope slings on a load.4. Use different methods to rig synthetic slings on a load.5. Properly use shackles in rigging a load.6. Rig loads of different sizes and shapes.7. Become familiar with different types of cranes.8. Understand how to set up a crane.9. Demonstrate proper crane hand signals.10. Demonstrate proper safety techniques.Discussion Questions1. Determined by instructorApplication1. Determined by instructorRevised December 2020Page 14 of 14
Rescue Systems 2, Confined Space Rescue Technician, Trench Rescue Technician, and Hazardous Materials (Operations Level) Standard: N/A . Hours: 24 hours . Maximum Class Size: 48 . Instructor Level: Primary instructor . Instructor/Student Ratio: 12:1 and 1 Senior Instructor for 1-4 module delivery (Note: Senior cannot be a Primary in 3 or 4 .
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