Agricultural-type Rescue

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Permalink Reply by CHIEF NORMAN on October 22, 2009 at 10:35am

Something to keep in mind Capt and everyone else not one single situation is the same as the other and not everyones area is the same as yours, we always prepare for the worse and critique what we have when we arrive on scene. We teach the what if's and we gain what knowledge we can, to put toward what we have in each ones own area..But great job 723 and good input..

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Permalink Reply by Station10Capt106 on October 20, 2009 at 9:49am

This has been one of the most informative threads I've seen here in quite a while, ranks right up there with the 10 Minutes in the Street series.

Lets keep 'em coming.

John

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Permalink Reply by Captain703 on October 25, 2009 at 2:27pm

I agree. This is awsome!!! Keeps me thinking.

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Permalink Reply by Ben Waller on October 22, 2009 at 10:05am

The FARMEDIC program offers excellent training on farm vehicle and machinery accidents, farm confined space emergencies, farm hazmat, and other farm hazards like substandard or exposed electrical installations. They also have additional specialty classes like silo and grain bin fires and emergencies. Check their web site for classes, specialty classes, and the instructor certification program. Here's how to host a FARMEDIC program in your area.

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Permalink Reply by CHIEF NORMAN on October 22, 2009 at 10:15am

Great job Ben...Thanks for posting that information...

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Permalink Reply by Capt 723 on October 22, 2009 at 10:23am

While we are on the subject...it is important to preplan your agricultural based businesses. We have several in our response area. You must know where the chemicals (herbicide, pesticide, etc) are stored. These buildings in our area are "protect downwind and let burn" situations. The runoff from a firefight will may create more problems than the fire itself.

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Permalink Reply by CHIEF NORMAN on October 22, 2009 at 10:42am

Great addition 723...Pre planning!!! Words well put Sir...MSDS sheets are very important in your pre planning...For the ones who have these types of business in there areas go by and ask for a copy of there MADS sheets and maybe a tour of the places to get a better grip and plan for the worst on what will need to be done.

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Permalink Reply by Ruger2004 on October 22, 2009 at 11:23pm

I have a unique perspective on this discussion.I run an ag retail facility in one town and volunteer in my home town which is about 13 miles away. We have three plants in our district and we make regular tours of these local facilites. Each presents it's own hazards while all of them are similar some have specific hazards that can't be assumed unless you have been hands on in that plant.
One that needs to be addressed is seasonal shifts with products.
For example structure fire is called out in my largest warehouse in the summertime? ok there are going to be a few trucks in this shed at this time and that's it.
Same call in early spring? a few trucks 250 pallets of seed corn and organophosphate insecticides and bulk chemicals and propane cylinders for the forktrucks.
Your tactics will differ greatly in these two situations.

Communication is key in these situations.

The potential for great environmental damage should always be kept in mind not to mention the health of the responders and the residents of the district.
While its handy to have someone like me who is familiar with the business and the hazards that lie within , It is vital to have everyone familiar with your local facilities, because of the impact it could have on your communities.Tour the plants , get to know the guys that work there and have their numbers handy because they will be able to assist you greatly in the event of an emergency.

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Permalink Reply by CHIEF NORMAN on October 23, 2009 at 3:54pm

Good input Ruger 2004

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