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Safety Precautions
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Only use the Rescue Guardian in a safe manner.
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It is important to understand and follow all standard operating procedures, safety
precautions and practices when conducting rescue operations of any kind.
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Rescue Personnel should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment
when conducting operations.
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Operating at the scene of a structure collapse is inherently dangerous. Rescuers
require skill, experience, training, and adherence to their organization's safety
protocols and procedures to minimize risk and work safely and successfully in this
environment.
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Rescue personnel should address any safety concerns to their Incident Commander or
Safety Officer and follow their superior’s instructions while working at the rescue
scene.
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Rescuers that have not been appropriately trained or have insufficient experience
should not attempt activities that could result in injury to themselves or others.
Electrical Safety
The Rescue Guardian will conduct electricity. Please do not operate the in the vicinity of or
during an electrical storm. Avoid contact with any live sources of electrical power. Ensure
that the working area is safe, and all sources of power have been disconnected or made safe
before conducting rescue operations. Take all precautions necessary to avoid electrocution,
which could result in serious injury or death.
Hazardous Atmospheres
The Rescue Guardian is not intrinsically safe but is sealed tight to IP-68 standards. Refrain
from operating the Rescue Guardian within hazardous environments deemed not safe for
cutting/penetrating metal surfaces, cell phone usage, or other electronic device usage. It is
important to follow all situation specific safety protocols and procedures relating to
potentially hazardous atmospheres.
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