DCASE UNIT 7_ GFE

DCASE UNIT 7: GFE
What is the purpose of the gas free program? - ANS-Provide safe working and living
enviroment
Provide hazard awareness training

What two documents establishes the GFE procedures for the ship? - ANS-Gas Free
Instruction
Toxic Gas Bill

Where can you find the sample Gas Free instruction? - ANS-NSTM 074 V3 Appendix C

What does the Gas Free Binder contains? - ANS-Gas Free instruction
Active gas free chits
Inactive gas free chits (min 1yr)
GFE procedural working guide
IDLH space emergency entry checklist
Closed compartment opening request forms

What is the purpose of the toxic gas bill? - ANS-Covers an emergency situation,
discovery of a toxic gas leak and spells out initial actions for watchstanders

How often do we conduct GFE training? - ANS-Upon reporting and annually

What pay grade is the GFE? - ANS-E-7 or above

What is the GFE required to have in ordered to be qualified? - ANS-CO's Designations
Letter
Valid CPR Quals
Formal school
40 hrs Practical work
Emergency rescuer training

What pay grade is the GFEA? - ANS-E-6 or above

When can the 40hrs of practical training be waived? - ANS-If candidate has graduated
from approved training within past 36 months
Unit does not have qualified GFE onboard