Service Delivery 3

Small Gear

Aim

To introduce students to equipment known collectively as ‘Small Gear’.

Learning OutcomesAt the end of the session students will be able to:

• Identify the applicable legislation

• Recognise various types of small gear

• Recognise tools used for forcing entry

• Understand the health and safety considerations.

Legislation

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992

• The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1992.

Two categories of small gear

• General purpose tools - Multiple uses

• Special purpose tools - Specific function.

Examples of general purpose tools.

Saws

• Carpenters ( General purpose )

• Hacksaw

• Floorboard

Wheel type

Cockerel type.

Example of a cockerel type floorboard saw in use. Notice the method of cutting the boards along the top of the joist, to enable repair. And also the location of the concealed gas pipe.

Axes

• Firefighting

• Aircraft

• Felling.

Example of a felling axe.

Method of forcing entry into a building using an axe, not having consideration for the surroundings.

Hammers

• Sledge

• Lump

• Claw.

Examples of various types of hammers

Above is a club hammer with bolster chisel, and right is a selection of sledge hammers.

Ceiling hook Various uses;

• Turning over operations

• Removing overhead debris

• Operation of ‘firefighter switches’

• Breaking glass windows.

Example of a ceiling hook.

Example of a ceiling hook in use, to remove a damaged ceiling.

Example of ‘firefighters switches’.

Stirrup pump

• Used in conjunction with the chimney nozzle

• To extinguish fires within the confines of a chimney.

Example of a stirrup pump and its internal components.

Examples of special purpose tools.

Special tools

• Hand operated hydraulic equipment

• Various lighting

• Breaking in tools.

Example of a hand operated hydraulic

rescue equipment set.

Typical lighting tripod.

Example of a powered appliance

mounted lighting mast.

Methods of forcing entry, using various types of tools.

Health and safety considerations

• Wear correct personal protective equipment

• Inspect tool before use

• Use correct tool for the job in hand

• Make space to work in

• Try to work in a well lit area.

Confirmation Assessments will be based on this lesson and the corresponding study note

Learning Outcomes• Identify the applicable legislation

• Recognise various types of small gear

• Recognise tools used for forcing entry

• Understand the health and safety considerations.

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