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2. 26 NOTES EARLY RESPONSE TEAM PROTOCOLS e Early Response Teams are trained by authorized UMCOR trainers only These trainers will have badges good for 3 years issued through the Early Response Team Protocols UMCOR Emergency Services Office in Washington D C Trained by UMCOR Authorized Trainers Teams properly trained may receive UMCOR national badges also E aw eoe ad good for 3 years Wao Teams will be deployed and coordinated through United Methodist s un Volunteers in Mission offices e At many current disaster sites unaffiliated and uninvited volunteers are not allowed access to the disaster area Deployment in the event of a disaster 1 Within an affected annual conference the Disaster Response Coordi nator and Volunteers In Mission personnel will determine the need for ER trained teams 2 The affected conference early response team coordinator working under the conference response plan will assign teams in appropriate locations in the disaster area 3 The team leader of the individual ERT will contact the assigned location to get details and make arrangements arrival times etc 4 f the community needing the teams determines more teams are necessary the volunteer coordinator will request them from the conference UMVIM coordinator Teams from outside the affected area 5 If the need for teams exceeds the affected conference s ability to provide them the conference UMVIM coordinator will contact
3. SELF SUSTAINING EQUIPMENT Propane Heater Propane lanterns Propane fuel 5 bottles Dining canopy 11 x8 Tent 8 person 3 Room Dome Water Coolers 5 gallon Ice chest PERSONAL GEAR LIST Steel toed boots Rubber boots Hard hat Hearing protection Dust mask Work gloves Safety goggles Hat or sun rain protection Work clothes long pants Base camp clothes and shoes Bed and bedding Toiletries Flashlight and batteries Folding chair Insect repellant Sunscreen 1 set 2 rolls 1 bottle 1 tub 1 1 roll A 31 Trash bags to store dirty clothes EQUIPMENT ALPHABETIZED 25 Tape measure 5 bar rock bar or gad AED Antibacterial hand sanitizer Assortment of wire nuts Axes single bit Batteries 8 D cell what is 8 Batteries 9 volt why Batteries and chargers Bolt cutter Box fans Brooms push Brooms straight Carpenter s Pencil Cat s Paw nail puller Chalk line Chisels Come A Long Cooking gear Dining canopy 11 x8 Double Flood light on stand Drill drivers Drills battery powered Dust mask Extension cord splitter Extension ladder 24 Fire extinguisher First aid kits Flash lights Flood buckets Foam pads roof work Garbage bags lawn size Garden sprayer pump Gas cans 5 gallon size Generator 5 500 watt Hammers Hard hats Heavy Duty Extension cord 50 Ice chest Ice chest Insect repellant Kitty litter or absorbent mat Lath strip pressure treated Leaf blo
4. 20 NOTES Staffing for Early Response Note Recognizing the differences in teams from the preceding chart careful attention should be given here to the titles and responsibilities for early response team members Team Size The size of the team will vary according to the tasks that need to be performed UMCOR recommends from 7 14 people on a team There is a need to recruit at least 3 times as many persons as the size of team you wish to deploy This will allow the possibility of deploying 2 or 3 teams at once and will help overcome the Knuckey Rule The Knuckey Rule of disaster response states At the time of any di saster occurrence half the people you were counting on for assistance will be unavailable UMCOR further suggests that in a pool of 30 volunteers that 6 of them are designated as Team Leaders 3 in Logistics and at least 3 trained in the Ministry of Caring who can function as Listeners One person should be in charge of equipment maintenance and at least one construction consultant should be available who can be called upon to give advice in plumbing electrical and structural concerns Team Functions and Responsibilities Following are the roles along with a brief job description for positions UMCOR considers essential to any team Team Leader This is the person in charge of the Early Response Team This person needs to be a leader and have an over all under standing of the role of Early Response Teams This
5. the ERT s effectiveness I understand basic chainsaw safety for all team members and that saw operators must meet additional safety and training requirements 10 I understand the concepts of prevent further damage and do no harm 11 I understand the need to know how to properly tarp a roof clean out a flooded home and handle debris removal 12 I understand the invitation and protocol for deployment and coordination of ERTs 13 The environment was comfortable and accessible for learning vo 14 The instructor s clearly related information to me in a way that helped facilitate my understanding 15 The length of the course was sufficient to meet my basic training needs 16 The instructor s employed a variety of visual aids written materials and learning activities to enhance my learning 17 Overall the training has equipped me to become part of an ERT Please answer the following questions using the reverse side of the evaluation 1 What portion of this training was most helpful to you personally 2 What portion section of this training did you find to be irrelevant or unnecessary 3 Is there something specific that you think would make this a better training B 13
6. When removing doors and windows it s important to take out only what is necessary e Often the door jambs are salvageable and need not be removed The door is all that is damaged due to the fact that the door may be hollow core and cannot be properly cleaned Most of the time solid wood trim can also be reused REMOVING WINDOWS e Windows that must be removed should be done carefully to avoid injury from broken glass The window jamb should not be removed at this time They are usually made of solid wood and can be salvaged New windows may fit in the same jamb e Solid wood windows can be repaired sometimes easier than replacing them REMOVING CARPET Flood damaged carpet and pad should be removed and thrown away e Some have tried to clean or have the carpets cleaned for the purpose of re installing it Carpet will shrink and tear down the integrity of the carpet This will not allow it to be re installed properly REMOVING APPLIANCES e When moving appliances use a dolly whenever possible e f the appliance has a door take the doors off when you put in or at the debris pile This will avoid children getting trapped inside You can also tape them shut with duct tape GUTTING TOOLBOX Suggested tools in your toolbox e Hammers e Sledge hammers Crow bars Nail pullers cats paw Brooms and shovels e Rakes Wheelbarrows e Ladders e Screw drivers Pliers and wire cutters e Hand saws Wrenches e Safety equipment First ai
7. make my commitment holding myself accountable to my colleagues in Disaster Response and seeking to be mutually supportive at every opportunity oigned Date NOTES Definition of a Disaster A disaster is any specific event which results in overwhelming physical economic and or emotional damage to a community Results in significant harm to people and property Disrupts normal pattern of living Affects individuals families neighborhoods communities regions Types of Disasters Natural disaster storms earthquakes or other natural phenomena Technical disaster careless accidental or intentional abuse of the environment Economic disaster sudden loss of income due to shifts in local economy Civil disaster riots or civil disturbances in a community Accident traffic accidents fire or other tragic occurrences Other pandemics terrorism war Phases of a Disaster Preparation Phase a time for planning and training on going Response Phase o Emergency disaster strikes emergency services and rescue efforts security o Relief damage assessment media coverage and emergency assistance for immediate needs planning and organizing for long term Recovery Phase time of putting things back to normal church be comes more involved o For some it is short term for others it is a long and complex situation o Long Term Recovery Committees LTRC formed rebuilding and repairing o Other Need
8. on the underside of the trunk at the same time as the rest if you have a good working height Observe how the branches are tensioned so you can saw them from the correct side otherwise there is a risk that the saw will get caught If the tree is lying right on the round you ll have to wait with the branches on the bottom until you re finished with the others and can roll the trunk over Be careful when the trunk is close to the ground since there is quite a risk that you ll touch something with the tip of the bar which will cause a kickback Limbing large branches If the tree has thick branches you should first remove other branches that are in the way Since thick branches can be un der great tension limb them in stages from the end in towards the trunk oaw with the bar held vertically to reduce the risk of it getting caught If the branch is very thick you might have to cut if from two sides 3 Crosscutting otudy the tree and your sur roundings before you start especially if the trunk is thick First try to see how it is ten sioned Watch how the trunk reacts when you start to saw You might have misjudged the tension Stand off to the side of the cut since the trunk can jump up when it comes apart Never stand below the trunk if the ground is sloping Pressure on the top If the trunk lies so that the pressure comes from above start with a cut from above Was about one third of the way
9. pastoral care but should listen to the survivors and get their story This person will keep the records and forms for the team and be able to refer the survi vors needs to members of the Conference Disaster Response Team The following are attributes that are important for any person who would serve on an Early Response Team Possess a spiritual commitment e BEA TEAM PLAYER Understand that people are ALWAYS more important than the task at hand Be trained prior to assignment Have a positive attitude Be observant listen Be understanding of cultural differences Be understanding of the psychological stress survivors are suffering Be willing to admit you do not have all the answers Be realistic about issues and problems that are likely to be faced Understand that ownership of disaster must stay with the local community The annual conference may wish to take applications for persons wishing to be on the conference early response team An application is included in the appendix e Food e Cooking e Water e Preparing a place to sleep if needed e Keep all equipment in working order Personal safety of all team members is of utmost importance This position watches for e proper use of person protective equipment e physical and emotional stamina Listener Team Recorder e Listen to the 3 7 survivor e Will keep all records and forms for the team Relay information to local contac
10. person will relate directly to the conference early response team coordinator It should be the responsibility of the team leader to direct the work of the team Assistant Team Leader This person serves as a back up to the team leader If it is necessary for the team leader to leave the work site the assistant then would take over the responsibilities of directing the team Logistics This person is responsible for helping the team find needed supplies and for transportation of the team The logistics person is also responsible for site safety This is the person who would check out a site before the team walks into an area to make sure there is no danger to the team where they are to work and that the team has the equipment and ability to do the job assigned WHO e Team Makeup The size of the team will vary based on need 7 14 people per team Train a LOT more than you need e Team Leader e Assistant Team Leader Logistics e Base Camp Manager e Equipment Manager e Safety Officer e Listener Team recorder Team Leader e In charge of the team e Must have overall understanding of the role of ERT Will work directly with the affected community Ask questions on behalf of team e Direct all work of the team Assistant Team Leader e Backup for team leader e If Team leader needs to leave site this person will direct the team e Aware of all that s going on Logistics e Find
11. the voluntary sector Red Cross will also appoint a VAL to provide a link between that agency and the other volunteer groups on site Voluntary Organization Liaison Agent CLEANING OUT DAMAGED HOMES Dry out e Safety Mold awareness What s trash and what isn t e Structural integrity A healthy environment Tools and equipment e Security Electric plumbing gas sewer Debris TETANUS AND HEPATITIS PROTECTION An updated tetanus shot is required to work on a site f you are working in a highly contaminated area you may need to consider hepatitis shots usually will be a series of 2 or 3 shots These shots may be required e These shots will take several months to get a complete series HEALTH CONDITIONS Someone needs to know e The responding organization needs to know if there are any conditions that a volunteers has before volunteering o High blood pressure o Asthma o Allergies o Heart condition o Pregnancy o Back problems HAVE ALLERGIES e f a volunteer has allergies especially to mold muck outs may not be the place to volunteer The volunteer should discuss these conditions with the volunteer coordinator of the organi zation that is leading the recovery efforts A FEW FACTS ABOUT MOLD There are thousands of species of fungus We deal with about 80 different species in the world of household mold e Stachybotrys stacky bot tress or black mold is the most widely used name for identifying a dangero
12. through the trunk or until it starts to pinch the bar 4a Then cut from underneath to meet the first cut 4b Pressure on the bottom If instead the trunk lies so that the pressure comes from be low you work the other way around Start by sawing from underneath about one third of the way through the trunk or until it starts to pinch the bar 5a Then cut from above to meet the first cut 5b If the saw gets stuck If the bar gets stuck don t try to pull out the saw Instead stop the engine and bend open the trunk until the saw comes loose 6 s ous pajos 1aqqni a0y pasoj squed buo al LESE 53045 pa os Jeqqnuy 903 paso sjued buo7 sassejb Ajajes JEU PJEH auge Ajsjes sjenudoudde es Lesers sijem pue SUNOS Buissiu se WINS sbewep enqonajs Joj asnot 34 JO apisur ay Jaya 0 sans ag ALIIYS pue ALJ4WS Al34vs ave qof e Buiusijduo22e ui sexpoejd Juepodun 3sotu 3147 34L uononponul a A 5 IL y N Mi ly d rj a mes a L F Me d 2H J oS e95U O MOU s4aaujDu3 jo dop Awy Sn A 20 nr ry Joo Asegodula ayi E3sul DUP eijm3euu sojseqse AUP SACLWA 0 1012B11u02 Buyoo sojsagse pasuadil e ay noA JEU papuaululo284 SI 3 4001 ayy 18409 Ajueiodula pue sjeusjew buyoos ayy BAOWA 01 suonne aud leads aye sfeuajeu Buyo sojsagse Jajunoous no JT Burquejd pue sjsiof Bui 1SIX ayi JO ssaupunos eJmonus pue u1b5ua
13. trailer for general use e Chainsaw operators have specific additional training requirements see page 35 Badging Team Members To qualify for the initial UMCOR ERT badge a participant must e Attend the complete basic class led by an Authorized trainer e Pass their conferences background check Usually related to Safe Sanctuaries e Pass the ERT basic class quiz found in the manual Equipping an Early Response Team e Self sufficient and self sustaining e Must have photo ID issued by UMCOR conference e An equipment trailer is recommended but not required e DO NOT Recommend including chainsaws on the trailer for general use Chainsaw Operator Requirements e Own the chainsaw you operate e Have verification of training outside of this class e Meet OSHA requirements for PPE Saw safety equipment 33 34 NOTES CHAINSAW SAFETY AND OPERATIONS COURSE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINE l Introduction Purpose of course Objectives and proficiencies Il Need for Safety Accident statistics use most up to date e Common areas of injury and why OSHA Requirements for PPE o Head hearing face eyes legs feet hands OSHA Safety requirements for saws o Anti vibration o Lever action chain brake o Chain catch pin rear handle guard o Demonstrate proper way to hold saw o Throttle lock out device o Maintenance requirements o Front handguard e Kickback o Definition o Occurrences and preve
14. D Items that have been saturated in water e Items that are recommended to throw away are Clothes thick or quilted material lightweight clothes that are slightly damaged may be re claimed Carpet and pad Mattresses pillows stuffed couches and chairs Food Appliances Books magazines paper goods e Stuffed animals CLEANING SOLUTIONS The key to removing mold is to scrub it off Bleach Borax even common dishwashing liquid will remove mold when it is adequately scrubbed off rinsed and allowed to dry Recommendations from the Center for Disease Control CDC e The CDC recommends using a mixture of bleach and water e 10 bleach to water In this case more bleach is not better Excess bleach may cause respiratory difficulties corrosion to receptacles and wiring corrosion to fasteners nails and screws metal straps clips anchors etc Borax is also a good remover of mold Most commonly used sprayers apply solution with low pressure Power washers often apply solution with too much pressure CLEANING PROCESS Apply the bleach and water solution to the area that needs cleaned Physically scrub the area with a brush Rinse the area with water e f you re cleaning an item that can be set outside in the sun do so otherwise dry thoroughly e f you re cleaning an area the area must be dry before repairs continue DRYING TIME e When using chemicals to get rid of mold it is vital to allow proper time for the areas to th
15. Early Response leam Providing a Caring Christian Presence in the Aftermath of Disaster UMCC COR United Methodist Committee On Relief Christian Love in Action 2009 United Methodist Committee on Relief General Board of Global Ministries The United Methodist Church TABLE OF CONTENTS N O N a 11 13 15 18 21 25 21 31 33 35 A 1 A 2 A 6 A 14 A 15 A 17 A 18 A 19 A 20 A 30 A 32 A 34 B 1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 5 B 6 B 7 B 8 B 9 B 13 Introduction UMVIM Why We Are Volunteers UMCOR Guiding Values for Humanitarian Relief Work Covenant of UMCOR and UMVIM in US Disaster Response When Why What Working with Survivors Seven Important Things to Know About Disaster Spiritual and Emotional Care Organizational Structure for Relief Stage chart Who Team Safety ERT Protocols Safe Sanctuaries Equipping an ERT Chainsaw Safety and Operations Course Requirements Outline Appendix and Resource Guide Glossary of Disater Related Acronyms and Terms Cleaning Out Damaged Homes Safety Suggestions for Extension Cords Ladder Safety Safety First Operating the Saw Limbing and Crosscutting How to Install Self Help Tarp Disaster ERT Equipment list Equipment Alphabatized list The 5 UMC Jurisdictions Forms Suggested Questions for Volunteer Group Debriefing Participant Liability Release Form Statement of Understanding for Access to Property GBGM Accidental Insurance Application Disaster Preparedeness ERT Information Ap
16. Reading the Bible to them b providing a caring Christian presence c treating all around them as Christians 35 Although there is a designated team function for this all team members must at times a climb on the roof b listen to families C cook meals UMCOR Early Response Team Training Participant Evaluation Date of this training Trainer s Location of Training Your name optional am attending on behalf of a United Methodist Church 7573s Conference Other If other please specify am attending on behalf of agency or organization For each statement listed below indicate how you feel about by Strongly A Strongly ys 2 gree Disagree marking the box corresponding to your opinion with an X Agree Disagree 1 Ihave a clear understanding of UMCOR s mission and values 2 Iunderstand my role with the Early Response Team is during the relief phase of a disaster 3 Ifeel I have the skills and characteristics to serve on an ERT vo 4 Ihave a basic understanding of how people may react following a disaster I feel capable of responding to survivors in a helpful way vo The training emphasized the importance of respecting the wishes of those we help as an essential component of ERT service 7 The difference between emergency response teams early response teams and rebuild recovery teams was made clear to me during the training Self sufficiency and safety awareness are absolutely critical to
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19. afe Sanctuaries policies as established by their annual conference These policies are in compliance with the General Boards mandate that all United Methodist Churches should be a place where people feel safe The policies and procedures are intended to protect vulnerable populations primarily young children older adults and people with disabilities When an ERT deploys one of the groups whom historically need their assistance is this vulnerable group A part of the Safe Sanctuaries Policy in most areas is a criminal background check This is intended to insure the vulnerable populations that the United Methodist are recruiting and sending the most trustworthy team members possible While this will not eliminate all potential criminal activity it is a proactive approach and consciences effort 31 32 NOTES EQUIPPING AN EARLY RESPONSE TEAM e Each team member should have photo identification with an expiration date These should be issued by the conference and UMCOR e Each team must be self sufficient and self sustaining and therefore as equipment is sought teams need to keep in mind the need for food fuel water and sleeping gear as well as tarping debris removal equipment etc An equipment trailer is recommended but not necessary The advantage of a trailer is that everything is together and ready to go in a short time Because of liability issues UMCOR strongly suggests that teams do NOT include chainsaws on the
20. ances and in better control of the saw For the best balance stand with your feet apart 7 Pulling and pushing chain You can saw with both the upper and the lower edge of the bar When using the lower edge you re sawing with a pulling chain which means that the chain pulls the saw away from you Using the upper edge of the chain you re sawing with a pushing chain so the chain pushes the saw towards you Bend your knees Save your back by not working with a bent back Instead bend your knees if you re working at a low level Moving around When moving around the worksite make sure the chain is not rotat ing by activation the chain brake or turning off the engine For longer distances use the bar guard 8 LIMBING AND CROSSCUTTING Its easy to get kickbacks when limbing and crosscutting Thats why you should work calmly and methodically and take care not to touch anything with the upper part of the bar nose The best working height is when the trunk is at hip height Stand on the left of the trunk and work from the base of the tree up wards Stand firmly with your feet apart and keep the saw close to your body Work with both a bulling and a pushing chain and always try to rest the say on the trunk or against your hip Only move when you have the trunk between yourself and the bar of the saw 1 Branches on the upper side of the trunk can be cut with the way lying on its side 2 You can limb the branches
21. another child You re still young you ll find someone else This will make you stronger Or Don t cry Try not to think about it You should hear what happened to me God needed them more than we did Its time to move on You shouldn t feel this way know how you feel Don t try to tell them that you understand or that you know how they feel You do not Even if you have been a disaster victim yourself each person s loss is unique You are truly God s instruments of healing and hope THANK YOU Rev Mary E Hughes Gaudreau LPC UMCOR 7 Things to Know e We are guests in their home e Christian witness by action e Confidentiality e No promises e Refer e Ministry of presence e Do say don t say 17 SuIsnoH uonnqLnsi q sy py ino X pro sIodeuejA ase syuouruSissy SunsoH SUTJI Sururez SUYANA oAnnoox 1ostAJodng SUBA osuodso Aeg JO SeSIp 1x u LNHINHDVNYV IN SUSUN LNHINHDVNYV IN LNHINHDOVNYV IN ay Jo pedu AY uesse T SNOLLVNOG ALLSINIIA ONISIVO HSV UHH LNIVIOA NOLLVOLLIN mouroSeuey 301170 SNOLLV3HdO Hoddng 1re ndwoj 3uIda9 y PIOIIY perouvuty NOLLVALSININAV Ayoyes Wied J 193097 Jeo suoneorunuruo SULIOUYIBO IOINOSdY S99IAJOS 29 sor ddng ZULISUJEH uoreurogu SILLSIDO T DNINNV Id urejaeyy weo L Old Suongorunuwo WIA eUonorpstiimf Jo uonoodrp 1opu Jaseuryy OA Ja3sesiag WIAWN suone os Aouoderoju SVODE Sy TESTUSUIDOS NGSN SA JO
22. ans therefore are to live in active expectancy faithful in service of God and their neighbor faithful in waiting for the fulfillment of God s universal love jus tice and peace on earth as in heaven Pending this time of fulfillment the ministry of all Christians is shaped by the teachings of Jesus The handing on of these teachings is entrusted to leaders who are gifted and called by God to ap pointed offices in the church some apostles some prophets some evangelists some pastors and teachers to equip the saints for the work of ministry for building up the body of Christ Ephesians 4 11 12 For these persons to lead the church effectively they must embody the teachings of Jesus in servant ministry and servant leadership Through these ministries and leadership congregations of the church are faithfully engaged in the forming of Christian disciples and vitally involved in the mission of God in the world The United Methodist tradition has recognized that laypersons as well as ordained persons are gifted and called by God to lead the church The servant leadership of these persons is essential to the mission and ministry of congregations The privilege of servant leadership in the church is the call to share in the preparation of congrega tions and the whole church for the mission of God in the world The obligation of servant leadership is the forming of Christian disciples in the covenant community of the congregation This involves d
23. aring ministry of listeners who will help the survivor begin to heal ALWAYS REMEMBER Teams must be careful NOT to perform work on a home that might jeopardize the survivor s eligibility for assistance from insurance and or government agencies e Teams should have written permission to work on people s homes or to remove personal belongings It is always best to have the homeowner present when working see page B 4 WHAT Tasks To Do e Tarp roofs and other openings in homes e Remove debris e Clean out flooded homes always with permission e Help with donations management e Help gather information 12 NOTES WORKING WITH SURVIVORS In working with survivors e A team should always introduce itself first and state what they Working with Survivors e The four tasks in recovery from disaster can do to help en a MM C m i I can t believe it happened volunteers need to be aware of the following Rosin ff 3 Accept that a new situation is required a l 4 Withdrawing the emotional investment in The four tasks in healing from disaster all people go through these iio eka stages phases but at different times and at different speeds Some may even bounce back and forth between stages phases 1 Accept the reality of the situation can t believe it happened 2 Experience the pain It s OK to hurt 3 Accept that a new situation is required 4 Withdraw the emotional investment in the past a
24. b an invitation c a tent ERT s must have the ability to be self Females are not allowed on ER Teams T F Name 3 qualities of a good team member 1 2 o Who owns the disaster a you b the survivors c FEMA Who is the person in charge of an individual early response team a leader b assistant leader C listener How many stages phases must a survivor go through in order to achieve recovery a 2 phases stages b 4 stages phases c as many as it takes How many ERT s can a single church have A conference What two types of immunizations are recommended for ERT s a hepatitis A amp B tetanus b tetanus malaria hepatitis A c tetanus malaria diphtheria Can any material be salvaged after it has been flooded Yes No What wet materials must be discarded a drywall b hardwood furniture c mattresses B 10 29 What is the best product for removing mold from walls a scrub brush b bleach c borax 30 When should a team debrief a nightly b every other evening c upon return from their trip 31 Name 2 pieces of chainsaw personal protection equipment PPE 1 2 32 What must a home owner sign in order for an ERT to work on their home a Liability release b access to property form c media release 33 What are basic motivations behind ERT s a Response to Gods calling b Do unto others as you would have them do unto you c travel opportunity 34 What is the best way for an ERT to witness to the survivors a
25. bilities on the mission team Yes No I volunteer s signature authorize team leader to consent to any necessary examination anesthetic medical diagnosis surgery or treatment and or hospital care rendered under the general supervision and on the advice of any physician or surgeon licensed to practice medicine by the state in which they practice during the duration of the trip identified above and further authorize the release of medical information from my personal medical records for the following purpose but I do not give permission for any other use or re disclosure of this information B ONLINE RESOURCES www umcor org UMCOR overall programs including domestic disaster response www gbgm umc org vim umvimmap General Board of Global Ministries Volunteers in Mission listing of all regional sites WWW redcross org American Red Cross site for locating disaster classes and local chapters www stihlusa com Stihl Chainsaws www husqvarna com Husqvarna Chainsaws www training fema gov On line training available through FEMA www stateforesters org SFlist html A listing of the directors of state Forestry Services www nvoad org National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters www gbgm umc org resources worship devotional Resources for worship after disasters B 8 EARLY RESPONSE TEAM BASIC TEST 1 Early response teams are the first on the ground following a disaster T F 2 It is recommended that an ERT remain
26. ct of days 5 NO cancellations 6 Don t fax applications 7 Address envelope to Mission Volunteers Room 1400 475 Riverside Dr New York NY 10115 8 Team leader coordinator will be sent a copy of our letter to insurance company for team coverage 12 12 07 B 5 DISASTER PREPAREDNESS EARLY RESPONSE TEAM INFORMATION APPLICATION First Name Last Name Address City State Zip CONTACT Home Phone Work Phone Mobile Phone 1 Mobile Phone 2 Fax Email 1 Email 2 HEALTH RESTRICTIONS SPECIAL SKILLS DISASTER EXPERIENCE RESPONSIBILITY PREFERENCE Team Leader Assistant Team Leader Logistics Manager Base Camp Commander Equipment Maintenance Designated Listener Safety Office B 6 MEDICAL INFORMATION FOR INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEERS Every Volunteer Needs to Fill Out This Form Please complete the following and give to mission leader MISSION TEAM LEADER SHOULD RETAIN THIS FORM ON SITE TO USE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Name Dates of mission trip 1 Blood type 2 Information about any prescriptions I use 3 Iam allergic to 4 Name of contact person a Street Address b City State Zip c Phone work Home d Relationship to volunteer 5 My health insurance company is a Policy number 6 Physical limitations or concerns 7 Tam diabetic Yes No 8 Ihave a history of seizures Yes No 9 Please provide other helpful health information 10 I consider myself healthy enough to fulfill my responsi
27. d kit on every site e Battery drills e Power saws e Reciprocal saws Electric source generator Chain saws Tools that should only be used by trained volunteers Age limits may apply Information for clean out provided by Lutheran Disaster Response A 13 SAFETY SUGGESTIONS FOR EXTENSION CORDS CPSC has the following recommendations for the purchase and safe use of extension cords Use extension cords only when necessary and only on a temporary basis Use polarized extension cords with polarized appliances Make sure cords do not dangle from the counter or table tops where they can be pulled down or tripped over e Replace cracked or worn extension cords with new 16 gauge cords that have the listing of a nationally recognized testing laboratory safety closures and other safety features With cords lacking safety closures cover any unused outlets with electrical tape or with plastic caps to prevent the chance of a child making contact with the live circuit e Insert plugs fully so that no parts of the prongs are exposed when the extension cord is in use When disconnecting cords pull the plug rather than the cord itself e Teach children not to play with plugs and outlets Use only three wire extension cords for appliances with three prong plugs Never remove the third round or U shaped prong which is a safety feature designed to reduce the risk of shock and electrocution e In locations where furnitu
28. d regulations may be in effect for the accommodations at that time By my signature for myself my estate and my heirs release discharge indemnify and forever hold name of disaster program together with their officers agents servants and employees harmless from any and all causes of action arising from my participation in this project and travel or lodging associated therewith including any damages which may be caused by their negligence oignature Date Dates of Work team or dates covered by this liability form otreet Address City otate Zip Person to contact in case of an emergency Phone Witness Organization or church name B 3 STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING FOR ACCESS TO PROPERTY I We indicated by my our signature s below l m we re the home owner s of the property in dicated below I We give permission to the volunteers of the organization indicated below and its affiliated members to work on my our property for the purpose of cleaning out removing debris and or making repairs to my our home I We understand that said organization and its affiliates do not have insurance coverage for pro tection against legal claims or liability damage suites that might arise in their work on my our home and property Therefore in consideration of the services rendered or to be rendered on the prem ises indicated below I We hereby waive any and all claims or demands that may arise or accrue to me us growing
29. doing the best advice is to leave it for a professional Often there are chemicals in these units that have to be handled professionally REMOVING DUCT WORK his is another item that we do not want to remove unless we are sure e Some types of duct work even if submerged in water can be saved and cleaned without removing such as the metal ducts Another type of duct is the flexible type sometimes silver or black in color This type when submerged is difficult to properly clean WHAT IS TRASH When removing debris from a home some items may appear to us as trash or junk We should not assume that these items are trash e In fact we should carefully separate personal items so that the homeowner can sort through them to determine what to do with them e This day may not be the time that they can part with a certain item SEPARATING DEBRIS When removing debris it should be separated into 6 different piles Pile 1 Household Garbage o Bagged trash o Discarded food o Packaging and paper goods Pile 2 Construction Debris o Building materials o Drywall o Lumber o Carpet o Furniture o Mattresses o Plumbing Pile Z3 Vegetation Debris o Tree branches o Leaves o Logs Pile 4 Household Hazardous Waste o Oil o Batteries o Pesticides o Paints o Cleaning Supplies o Compressed gas Pile 5 White Goods o Refrigerators o Washer and dryers o Freezers o Air Conditioners o Stoves o Water heaters o Dishwashers Pile 6 E
30. e are guests in the homes of those we help We represent Christ s church and agree to uphold the highest standards of Christian wit ness and the trust placed in the United Methodist Church e We behave as we would when invited to anyone s home e Remember that cultural and regional customs differ 2 Be very aware of your own behavior including the volume of your speech or laughter Laughter or loud talk may seem appropriate for the conversations you are having in one part of the site but very inappropriate for others at the site who are hurting and may hear you 3 Confidentiality is vital to providing a sense of emotional and spiritual safety for survivors By agreeing to volunteer on an ERT you agree to hold the stories about disaster survivors with complete respect for the survivors While this means that some of the most compel ling stories you encounter must be held in confidence we must not re victimize survivors by sharing sensitive information or information that will identify the survivors An exception may be made if survivors offer specific permission to tell their stories but those stories must still be handled with care If you tell a story it is important to state that the survivors asked you to share their story t can be very difficult for people to ask for help You may know people and families that you help Golden rule How would you want to be treated if you were asking for help You may see behavior that is up
31. e in a simple formula Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength and Love your neighbor as yourself Putting our faith into action is at the very heart of our Christian calling The New Testament instructs those who would be followers of Jesus to feed the hungry clothe the naked give shelter to the homeless heal the sick care for the widows and nurture the children Through volunteers in mission every person in the church has the opportunity to serve and to live their lives more faithfully And when we reach out and use what God has given us in the service of others we have life transforming experiences We are told that Jesus came in order that we might be able to tear down walls of hostility that divide and to build bridges of understanding We are called wherever we are in the world to love all of God s creation and to demonstrate that love with action UMVIM exists to promote encourage and enable Christians to exemplify Christian Love In Action through short term mission service in the United States and abroad UMVIM provides opportunities for service by developing and nurturing relationships with domestic and international leaders We continually nurture our contacts with these leaders to respond to the needs of local communities and to provide comprehensive project information Our office strives to connect volunteers talents to suitable projects for
32. easier and safer when the chain is sharp Also make sure the chain is tensioned properly 1 Don t forget that a new chain should always be re tensioned after operation the saw for a short period 2 Fuel When filling the saw with fuel and chain oil place the saw on a sta ble surface To reduce dangerous emissions choose environmental petrol and vegetable based chain oil The overfill protection helps you avoid unnecessary spillage 3 And considering the risks of fires you should always move the saw before starting it Safe Distance Its good to work together with someone but make sure they are at least five meters away when you start to use the saw Of course when felling trees the distance should be increased considerably Start When you re ready to start place the saw flat on the ground and clear the area around the bar 1 Activate the chain brake by pushing the kickback protection forward as otherwise the chain Will start to rotate when the saw starts 2 Depress the SmartStart de compression control if the saw has this feature 3 If the engine is cold pull the choke out fully 4 Put your right foot partway through the rear handle and hold the front handle firmly with you left hand Pull the starter handle with you right hand until the en gine starts 4 9 Now push the choke in again with the throttle on half way Con tinue to pull the starter handle un til the saw starts Hit the t
33. ed request After seven 7 years of no data activity my personal data may be deleted release GBGM and all MVDB authorized users from all legal responsibility for the use of my personal data unless they have recklessly misused the information For complete details regarding MVDB policies please consult http gbgm umc org vim mvdb policy htm Signed Date If the volunteer is 21 years or less both the volunteer s and a parent s or guardian s signature are required NOTES 1 This insurance policy is for participants in UMVIM work projects which are either listed in the Jurisdictional amp Mission Volunteers websites see http gbgm umc org vim umvimmap htm Advance specials or involve working with GBGM missionaries 2 We try to accommodate applications up to the last minute but please try to mail them 1 month before departure in 1 batch not separately amp pay with 1 check not separate checks Check should accompany applications 3 Attach cover sheet stating a team leader s or coordinator s name address phone amp email b destination c names amp of persons per each distinct set of dates of coverage i e having same dates of departure AND return as letter of coverage is drawn up per of persons with same dates 4 Make check payable to General Board of Global Ministries at 75 per person per day including days of departure amp return in subtracting departure from return date add 1 to the difference to get corre
34. effective service UMVIM also promotes and encourages mission through our email newsletter the UPDATE our printed literature and our Web site These tools present mission to our current community and potential volunteers as well as to other United Methodists and Christians We also provide compre hensive training programs for individuals and team leaders to help them prepare themselves and their teams for the mission field UNITED METHODIST COMMITTEE ON RELIEF GUIDING VALUES FOR HUMANITARIAN RELIEF WORK UMCOR is the humanitarian relief and development agency of the United Methodist Church Compelled by Christ UMCOR responds to natural or human made disasters those interruptions of such magnitude that they overwhelm a community s ability to recover on its own e UMCOR s mission is to alleviate human suffering We provide practical proactive support to the most vulnerable survivors of chronic or temporary emergencies due to natural or civil causes UMCOR honors cultural differences We deliver aid to people without regard to race reli gion politics or gender We seek input from local communities in identifying needs All people have God given dignity and worth The most essential partner in UMCOR s work is the beneficiary the ultimate end user of our service There are no victims in our vocabu lary There are only survivors whose courage along with a humanitarian helping hand can transform communities e UMCOR always w
35. el NOTES Why is there a need for Early Response Teams 1 It is an opportunity for Christian service for those who want to give of their time 2 It reassures survivors that the church cares about them 3 It provides visibility and reassurance for the United Methodist Church 4 It provides immediate assistance to persons usually older or disabled who might not have their support system family nearby to assist 9 It speeds the response to survivors We as United Methodists can be first in and last out WHY e There are many other organizations involved in the Early Response Red Cross Salvation Army Baptist Men and others Why does the UMC need to get involved e Assures survivors the church cares e Opportunity for service e Immediate assistance e Visibility for hope for the long run 10 NOTES What do Early Response Teams do 1 Provide a Christian presence This does not sound like a task and is NOT however it can be the MOST important thing a team can do 2 Take steps to prevent further damage to a family s personal property stabilize Tarping see page A 20 Debris removal chainsaw work see pages A 11 A 17 Cleaning out of flooded homes see page A 6 3 Teams may be asked to manage donated materials gather information or other things as deemed necessary by the com munity 4 Observe survivor s needs and report these to the local opera tions 5 Be a part of the c
36. ence must decide how and when they will use ERT s and how they fit into the conference disaster response plan The manual is not designed to cover every possible situation nor every possible reaction Rather this class aims to equip persons with the skills and information to make appropriate responses to any relief situation Thanks to Fred Toland and Gordon Knuckey for creating the original ERT guidelines This document was revised in 2009 by UMCOR Con sultants Barbara Tripp Rick Hill and Christy Smith along with input from the Five Jurisdictional UMVIM Coordinators Special acknowl edgement to Alexandra Browning and Jeremy Wicks for the graphic design of the manual INTRODUCTION Mission The mission of an Early Response team is to provide a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster History e 1969 Hurricane Camille e 1990 s creation of ERT concept for UMC e 2007 New Covenant Agreement Who are UMCOR and UMVIM e Guiding Values for Humanitarian Relief Work e Why We Are Volunteers Now you know who we are who are you UNITED METHODIST VOLUNTEERS IN MISSION WHY WE ARE VOLUNTEERS The understanding that we are called and that we are sent is at the foundation of our faith The scriptures are full of stories of persons who responded to a call and were sent on mission for God Jesus spent his ministry calling persons and sending them on God s mission Jesus summed up the Christian lifestyl
37. hrottle once so the engine speed drops to idle If the engine is already warm don t use the choke but the other steps are the same If the saw is difficult to start despite being warm pull out the choke like you do during cold starts but push it back in right away When you ve got the saw started don t disengage the chain brake until you are ready to saw Checking the chain brake Now check that the chain brake works Place the say on a stable surface and squeeze the throttle Activate the chain brake by push ing your left wrist against the kick back protection without releasing the handle The chain should stop straight away 5 Does the chain lubrication work Also check the chain lubrica tion Hold the saw above a light surface such as a stump and hit the throttle A line of oil should be visible on the surface 6 Sawing practice If you re not used to using a chainsaw we recommend you A 18 first get acquainted with the saw by practicing a while on a suitable log 7 How to operate the saw There are some basic rules for using a chainsaw Hold it firmly by both handles and hold your thumbs and fingers right around the han dles Make sure you hold your left thumb under the front handle to reduce the force of possible kickback Good balance Its good to have respect for the saw but don t be afraid of it If you hold it close to your body it won t feel as heavy Also you ll be more bal
38. in the emergency and relief stages for operation of distribution of water and pre cleaned packaged and sized clothing Their volunteers are excellent when it comes to handling donated goods A 4 SERVICE CENTER UCC UMCOR UNMET NEEDS UMVIM or VIM VOAD VAL VOLAG Operated by the Red Cross and separate from the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center DRC Survivors must register with FEMA and the Red Cross to get full assistance Red Cross disbursement orders are written to the family and merchant of their choice to cover the cost of basic immediate needs for cloth ing and furniture etc United Church of Christ which works primarily through Church World Service but in some places is developing its own program United Methodist Committee on Relief the avenue through which United Methodists work in refugee resettlement world hunger and disaster response in over 90 countries see Resource Coordinating Committee United Methodist Volunteers in Mission A program of the church that links volunteers with projects worldwide UMVIM and UMCOR have developed a partnership for disaster response Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster For the state or regional group of NVOAD sometimes you ll hear the postal abbreviation of the state linked to the VOAD acronym e g LAVOAD for Louisiana COVOAD for Colorado Voluntary Agency Liaison Each FEMA region has a VAL whose job it is to interface between the governmental response and
39. ir return will suck the particles into the HVAC and will spread any mold spores through the entire ventilation system STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY UTILITY SHUT OFF Electric Gas e Water Sewer SAFETY CHECK What to look for before you start Always assume that power lines are live If working with the power on check to see if there are any bare wires that will cause the volunteer to get shocked Fix this if there are e When removing drywall studs trim and other items be careful that electrical wiring is not torn loose as this too may cause an electrical shock Shock not only hurts but it can kill s the gas still turned on Makes no difference if it s natural propane or fuel oil All are dangerous to have on while working in the house unless they have been checked and approved by a professional f you smell gas investigate immediately and take appropriate action which may mean evacuating the house SAFETY HAZARDS Not caused by the disaster ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH HAZARDS Contaminants in the water and air in a damaged home may include some or all of these Mold e Lead Asbestos e Sewage Bacteria s or viruses known and unknown types Gases or vapors carbon monoxide KEEP YOURSELF PROTECTED Certain precautions and procedures should be determined and enforced to create a safe work envi ronment Protective suits Gloves work and rubber gloves e Safety glasses and shields e Sturdy footwear wo
40. iscerning and nurturing the spiritual relationship with God that is the privilege of servant ministers It also involves instructing and guiding Christian disciples in their witness to Jesus Christ in the world through acts of worship devotion compassion and justice under the guidance of the Holy opirit John Wesley described this as watching over one another in love The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2004 131 132 136 pp 90 92 The Covenant With the grace of God and the support of my colleagues in UMCOR and UMVIM I will Treat all people involved in a disaster as children of God and worthy of my respect Regard the collegiality of my fellow workers as a gift from God Seek to understand and support the variety of roles needed in Disaster Response Practice good stewardship of my own resources and those of the various disaster volunteer teams understanding that the funding of the work of UMVIM is the responsibility of the volunteers and that General Advance funds collected by UMCOR for a disaster are distributed within an annual confer ence by the conference leadership Ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in discerning my own role Be ready to listen as a ministry of healing Avoid taking sides in local dynamics that may be exacerbated in a disaster Hold fast as a disciple of Jesus Christ in the midst of the chaos of disaster Covenant Commitment Mindful of the suffering of Christ in the suffering of others hereby
41. ity knife box cutter Versa Bars various sizes Volt ohm Test meter Water Coolers 5 gallon Water Hoses 100 WD40 Weather Radio Wedges Wheel Barrows solid tire Wire Cutters Work Gloves Wrecking bar 30 1 Lots 10 Rolls an gt ADB N N AON c o D pla A 33 suonoipsunf YDINYD JSIPOUYJIN Pajiun A 4 eu A 34 Forms B 1 SUGGESTED QUESTIONS FOR VOLUNTEER GROUP DEBRIEFING YOUR FIRST REACTION 1 When you heard about this disaster what was your first reaction 2 What are some of the first stories about the disaster that stand out in your mind 3 How did you hear of the opportunity to serve in this manner and how did your faith get you into this YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE SURVIVORS 1 Describe the state of mind or physical condition of most of the survivors you encountered 2 How do you believe you were accepted by the survivors 3 What helped you the most in your relationship with then What pleased you most as you worked with them 4 What was hardest about working with them JOYS AND CONCERNS 1 What part of this event bothers you the most If you could erase one part of the situation what part would you choose to erase 2 How has your experience affected your faith and your faith affected this experience 3 What things happened to give you hope in the midst of all of this difficulty 4 In what ways do you feel the church has made a difference 5 Where have you seen God w
42. lectronics o Televisions o Computers o Radios o Stereos o DVD Players o Telephones WHERE TO PLACE THE TRASH Whether the disaster is federally declared or not it is important to know where to place de bris You will find this information from the city or county that you are responding in e f the debris is placed in the wrong spot it could cause the homeowner to have to pay a fine until it is removed or relocated A 11 DEBRIS PLACEMENT Historically e f FEMA is involved it will normally pick up debris at the curb between the street and side walk e This may be the case for a short period of time after the declared event There will be a deadline for this service FEMA generally does not pick up debris off private property After the FEMA deadline or in an undeclared disaster debris should be placed on the prop erty e This may mean behind the sidewalk toward the house next to the road with ample room for traffic to pass without danger of being run over Never pile debris in the ditch as this can cause the natural flow of water to be altered and could cause more damage DAMAGES CAUSED BY ROT e You may encounter rotted wood in a home that you are gutting Rot will have to be dealt with in due time When removing rotted wood you must know what the result will be if you remove it Does removing something weaken the structure that you are working under or is it safer to leave it in place for now REMOVING DOORS e
43. ministration Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA coordinates the Federal Response Plan of the various federal agencies that have responsibility in disaster assistance Most assistance is directed to the repair of infrastruc ture i e bridges and roads Individual Assistance is largely in the form of low interest disaster loans administered by the Small Business Administra tion Some grant money is awarded through the Individual and Family Grant program coordinated between federal and state agencies FEMA can only come to a state s aid at the invitation of the governor and approval of the President in the form of a disaster declaration 1 800 621 FEMA for individual assistance Federal Coordinating Officer This is the boss on site of the federal re sponse Incident Command System Methodist call it Incident Coordination System A local non profit recovery agency made up of representatives of local faith groups and largely funded by their denominations Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Has a strong emergency relief program especially where their congregations are located Lutheran Disaster Response which provides case management and funds for recovery Long Term Recovery Committee sometimes called a Long Term Recovery Organization A sheltering service for a large number of persons displaced by the disaster provided by the American Red Cross Mass care involves mass feeding Often in a large scale disas
44. n profit agencies that have a national presence in disaster response It is not an operational entity but a coordinating commu nicating educational coalition NVOAD is linked by agreement to the state VOADs and to FEMA Partners in Mission in the Texas Annual Conference only Public Information Office the group responsible for media relations An emerging program operated by the Presbyterian Church USA This de nominations disaster program is similar in scope to that of UMCOR Radio Emergency Associated Communications Team These are the Citizen Band folks interested in assisting with disaster Formerly called the Unmet Needs Committee This is a gathering of the case supervisors of the various recovery agencies on site to share resources and avoid duplication The FEMA VOLAG will often call this group together This international agency s disaster arm is noted for its feeding casework warehouse management and other relief efforts What most people don t know is that the Salvation Army is a church denomination and very much a part of our Wesleyan heritage omall Business Administration an arm of the federal government charged with administering low interest disaster loans to businesses and homeown ers Most governmental disaster assistance to individuals and families is in the form of loans Applicants must be turned down for a loan before they are eligible for grant programs Seventh Day Adventist Church Best known for its work
45. ncounter persons from other faiths Ask yourself Would want someone of another faith to try to impose their beliefs upon me especially if had just been severely traumatized 15 16 NOTES 7 Other important Things to Say and Things NOT to say e Know that survivors may say things that are disturbing Our job at this time is to support survivors by listening accepting intense emotions and validating feelings Validating feelings isn t the same as agreeing with them It is not our job to correct or give advice e Don t criticize expressions of grief there is no such thing as an abnormal expression of grief Survivors may blame themselves when there doesn t appear to be any reason to do so but impos ing our values on others by chastising them for the way they feel will not help Things to Say when working with disaster survivors am so very sorry or I m so sorry this happened to you My heart is with you You will be in my prayers or My prayers are with you can see this is hard for you can see how you might feel that way Things NOT to say when working with disaster survivors It ll take time but you ll get over it Try to be strong for your children It was God s will or This was meant to happen or There was a rea son for this You re lucky it wasn t worse or It could have been worse or It was just stuff that you lost You can always have
46. nd transfer it to the new Persons evolve at their own pace and their own way through these steps Sometimes good intentions will impede that process Do no harm Never tell someone not to cry and that everything will be fine Enable recovery Early responders will find persons in steps 1 and 2 and often in extreme denial Sometimes parenting techniques are appropriate when the shock is still in place Helping the family make small choices might help them get moving towards appropriate action Sometimes the volunteers will fail to see the shock and expect rationality when it doesn t exist Uti lize selected forced choices to engage and empower the survivors Three symptoms of depression Volunteers do not diagnose depression but may want to refer local officials to a need they sense in a family 1 Rage 2 Self pity 3 Sense of loss of control goes against the American sense of individual freedom Volunteers MUST sense that they are invading the privacy of the survivors and must respond in a sensitive and caring manner Often volunteers are meeting their own issues of need through creating artificial dependence by survivors in an inappropriate manner Early Response Teams can and should be very flexible so that they may be able to respond to any disasters that may occur in the local setting 13 14 NOTES SEVEN IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DISASTER SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL CARE Tips for Early Response Teams 1 W
47. ntion Ill Construction Features of a Chainsaw e Major Components Fuel oil chain oil e Adjustments e Saw Chain o How does a chainsaw cut wood o Sharpening a saw IV Practices Sober rested prepared o Fatigue factor e Don t work alone e Plan the job o Which way is lean o Widow makers o Is it on a slope o Leave it o Is the path clear o How do you make cuts o Wind o Secure footing o Escape route o Adjacent trees o Placement of Buddy Dog Truck How to start a chainsaw o Ground and knee Feeling notches o spring poles o never back cut towards you Directional pruning e Brush cleaning e In tree sawing V Unforeseen Dangers 35 Appendix and Resource Guide GLOSSARY OF DISASTER RELATED ACRONYMS AND TERMS ABC AME AMEZ ARC or AmRc ARRL ARES CDRC CERT CERTC CENTER MANAGER CME COB CORA BROWN FUND CRWRC CWS DRC DFO American Baptist Churches in the USA which do disaster work through Church World Service CWS Not to be confused with the Southern Baptists who do feeding in the emergency phase in some parts of the country African Methodist Episcopal church and African Methodist Episcopal Zion church American Red Cross The amateur radio network sometimes called ham Conference Disaster Response Coordinator Community Emergency Response Team Conference Early Response Team Coordinator The person in charge of the Red Cross Service Center A good person to ge
48. of ladders your people use If you have defective ladders they can serve as especially effective visual aids When it comes to basic workplace equipment it doesn t get much simpler than the ladder Because ladders are so simplistic many people overlook their potential hazards Yet falls account for 1596 of workplace injuries and deaths Many of these falls are from ladders and may have been prevented if a few basics had been followed LADDER HAZARDS Two questions you should ask each time you use a ladder are What condition is the ladder in e Am using the right ladder for the job INSPECTING THE LADDER When checking the condition of the ladder keep these guidelines in mind e Rungs must be intact and free from grease or oil Make sure there are no splinters or sharp edges e See that metal ladders are not dented or bent e Safety feet should be in place All support braces and bolts must be secure Make sure ropes are not torn or frayed Make sure the hinge spreader works properly Note OSHA requires that defective ladders be removed from service and tagged or marked as Dangerous Do Not Use Discuss how this process works in your area CHOOSING THE LADDER When choosing a ladder first check the weight limit Ladders are usually rated as follows e Type I A ladders are heavy duty and can handle up to 300 Ibs Type ladders can hold up to 250 Ibs Type Il ladders can hold 225 lbs Type lll ladders are for light duty onl
49. on site no more than days a 2 days b 3 days c 5 days 3 According to the UMCOR UMVIM protocol which organization is responsible for deployment and coordination of ERT s a UMCOR b UMVIM 4 At what level disaster are ERT s generally deployed to a site to help low medium high 5 At what stage of disaster does the ERT go in to work a Preparation b Relief c emergency d recovery 6 How long on average is the relief period X times a 100 b 10 c 1000 7 Name 3 things an ERT can do 1 2 3 8 What can an ERT NOT do a Muck out b assessment c repairs 9 Fill in the blanks U M C O R U M V M 10 An equipment trailer is a necessity for an ERT T F 11 Name the basic positions on an ERT DU OT GEI GO CS 12 Which team position is responsible for safety of the work area site safety a Leader b logistics c base camp manager 13 Which team position keeps the generator running B 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 All ERT members must adhere to Safe Sanctuaries guidelines T F 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 What is a possible danger of staying on site too many days a fatique b poor eating c gaining weight Why do we badge ERT members a to prove they are trained b to associate them with a know response organization c to properly identify individuals How long is a badge good for a 2 years b 3 years C 4 years ERT s go to a disaster area only with a a tool trailer
50. or oughly dry after adding moisture to the home f you close up a wall or ceiling too soon the mold will begin to grow again immediately DRYING EQUIPMENT Use of some equipment will be helpful Equipment may include o Fans o Dehumidifiers o Heaters REMOVING THE MOLD When it comes to molded drywall this cannot be cleaned so removing it in the right way is important e Remove the drywall 1 2 feet above the visible mold line Cut the drywall 2 4 or 6 feet if you can in order to use 4 x 8 material Preferably cut with a utility knife and pull the drywall off rather than using a sledge hammer to beat it inward This will create less dust in the air which holds mold spores REMOVING CEILINGS When removing a ceiling do not stand under the material that you are removing n addition to the material falling on you there may be other things hidden on top of the ceiling such as o Blown in insulation o Old lumber and nails o Pan full of water temporary water leak fix o Even concrete or mortar especially near chimneys Always check the attic before you start A 8 VENTILATION AS YOU WORK e t is important to wear safety equipment when gutting a home including a respirator n addition to the respirator air flow is important Using a fan or several fans blowing out of doors and windows can help move airborne particles out of the home Using the air conditioning or furnace for comfort is not recommended as the cold a
51. orking in this disaster B 2 PARTICIPANT LIABILITY RELEASE Please read before signing as this constitutes the agreement as a volunteer and the understanding of your working relationship as a volunteer with name of disaster program l acknowledge and state the following have chosen to travel to perform Early Response Team duties designed to help with disaster dam age understand that this work entails a risk of physical injury and often involves hard physical labor heavy lifting and other strenuous activity and that some activities may take place on ladders and building framing other than ground level certify that am in good health and physically able to per form this type of work understand that am engaging in this project at my own risk understand that this is a grass roots activity to support individuals adversely affected by disaster assume all risk and responsibility for any damage or injury to my property or any personal injury which may sus tain while involved in this project and related medical costs and expenses In the event that my supervising disaster organization arranges accommodations understand that they are not responsible or liable for my personal effects and property and that they will not provide lock up or security for any items will hold them harmless in the event of theft or for loss resulting from any source or cause further understand that am to abide by whatever rules an
52. orks with partners usually in local settings Civic organizations faith communities school leaders and other local resources are great assets to sustainable re covery and development particularly after massive traumatic events They exist close to the beneficiary and will continue to serve as positive influences in the community after UM COR s work is complete UMCOR is a good steward of our gifts and grants Private donors can designate their gifts to our programs with the assurance that 100 percent is spent on the programs The 8 5 mil lion members of the United Methodist Church assure our ability to guarantee this through undesignated giving that underwrites our general administrative expenses e UMCOR avoids tying the promise of its relief and development activity to any religious or political viewpoint UMCOR welcomes the good efforts of countless individuals and churches who support us through gifts and prayers and service We incorporate volunteer action everywhere we can and ask our supporters to accept that sometimes it is not appropriate We appeal to all volunteers to keep learning as their first objective so that the consequences of their service may become a true benefit COVENANT OF UMCOR AND UMVIM IN U S DISASTER RESPONSE Covenant Preamble As people called by God to be servant leaders of the church in US Disaster Response we acknowl edge the profound mystery of pain suffering and death in the world With Christian
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54. out of any action or omissions by said organization and or any of its members or helpers in rendering such service and specifically covenant not to sue it or them for any of said act or omissions Head of Household signature opouse signature Identification Type Identification Type Address City State Zip Volunteers from Date B 4 Mission Volunteers Office 475 Riverside Dr Suite 1400 Global Ministries New York NY 10115 rhe United M at Church Tel 212 870 3825 Website http missionvolunteers org UNITED METHODIST VOLUNTEER IN MISSION UMVIM ACCIDENT INSURANCE APPLICATION Please print legibly in black or blue ink and sign the Release of Liability Couples must fill out separate forms Reproduce as needed _ Rev Dr Mr WMrs Ms First Name Middle Initial Last Name Birth date month day year Member Church Name 8 City Home Street Address including apartment or PO Box City State amp Zip Code additional 4 digit zip code if known PhoneZ E mail address Beneficiary JEstate My Will JName Relationship to you Date of Departure month day year Date of Return month day year _ F Sponsoring organization e g local church Conf UMVIM project name Type of team Medical Construction X Other specify Destination if in the U S city amp state if abroad name of country Team Leader Coordinator 1 2 These are legal statements and you may wish to review them wi
55. p of the handle 7 Stop Control With the easy access stop control you can stop the engine quickly 8 Kickback protection with chain brake Kickback zone Bar Chain Refilling the saw chain oil Right hand guard If the chain were to break or derail your right hand would be protected by the right hand guard on the bottom of the handle 9 Kickback protection Kickback can occur during most types of operations due to a lack of care and is caused by the saw contacting something with the upper part of the bar nose the kickback zone In a kick back situation the saw is thrown as a result of the force of the rotating chain Usually the saw is thrown upward and backward The saw has a chain brake to stop the chain in the event of a kickback The chain brake can be triggered in two ways One by the user s hand pushing the kickback protection forward and two by the inertial forces that arise during a kickback Cylinder cover Starter handle yo E A Throttle lock E d Stop choke control Ps i F Throttle control Rear handle io mm Front handle Refuelling Right hand guard OPERATING THE SAW Starting the saw is easy if you follow the instructions But make sure you read the user s manual for your saw first so you know how it works and are familiar with all its parts and controls Checking the chain If the chain isn t new it s probably a good idea to file it since cutting is both
56. plication Medical Information for Individual Volunteers Online Resources ERT Basic Test UMCOR ERT Training Participation Evaluation NOTES The Mission of an Early Response Team is to provide a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of a disaster This team is neither a first response group of emergency workers nor a recovery rebuild or repair team rather it fills a specific need in the early days after a disaster to establish the presence of the church While there are specific tasks assigned to early response teams no task is more important than the people it serves Early Response Teams were first created by the United Methodist Church in the mid 1990s It began as it remains today as a coopera tive effort between the United Methodist Committee On Relief and the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission In early 2007 a covenant was formed between the two groups and a new protocol was established The covenant is on the following pages and the protocol is included in the body of this manual It is also important to understand that ER Teams are trained primarily to respond within their own community Your team does not need an invitation to respond in your own community or in your own Methodist district To travel to another district conference or jurisdiction requires the invitation by the affected community For information on jurisdic tions and conferences check the web www umc org directory Each individual annual confer
57. re or beds may be pushed against an extension cord where the cord joins the plug use a special angle extension cord which is specifically designed for use in these instances e Check the plug and the body of the extension cord while the cord is in use Noticeable warming of these plastic parts is expected when cords are being used at their maximum rating however if the cord feels hot or if there is a softening of the plastic this is a warning that the plug wires or connections are failing and that the extension cord should be discard ed and replaced Never use an extension cord while it is coiled or looped Never cover any part of an exten sion cord with newspapers clothing rugs or any objects while the cord is in use Never place an extension cord where it is likely to be damaged by heavy furniture or foot traffic Don t use staples or nails to attach extension cords to a baseboard or to another surface This could damage the cord and present a shock or fire hazard e Don t overload extension cords by plugging in appliances that draw a total of more watts than the rating of the cord Use special heavy duty extension cords for high wattage appliances such as air condition ers portable electric heaters and freezers When using outdoor tools and appliances use only extension cords labeled for outdoor use Consumer Product Safety Commission A 14 LADDER SAFETY Note You may want to have samples on hand of the types
58. rk and or rubber boots e Dust masks fiber filled Respirators SECURING THE HOME e When taking out doors and windows it is best to secure the home from the inside leaving at least one secure lockable door REMOVING ELECTRICAL Always know whether the electrical wiring needs to be removed or not Never just assume it comes out e It s always a good idea to have someone there who knows electricity to help oversee re moval e f the wiring needs to be removed consider leaving the boxes including the panel box to help the electrician know where the original wiring was run It only takes seconds to remove a box HOME NEEDING AN UPGRADE This damage was pre existing but must be addressed REMOVING PLUMBING e Often plumbing can be reused without tearing it out As with wiring know if the plumbing needs to be removed without assuming it does Again its a good idea to have someone there who knows plumbing to help oversee the removal Before gutting begins plug all the open drains with something that will not fall into the drain This will stop sewer gas from leaking into the house and will stop any debris falling into the drains and causing additional plumbing problems REMOVING HVAC Don t risk injury by giving it a shot These words Let s give it a shot often mean someone is not sure that they can do it These units especially if they are elevated can be extremely heavy If you are not sure of what you re
59. s Assistance ONA Mitigation doing what is possible to prevent disaster related damage reviewing plans and responses for ways to improve Levels of Disasters Low Level involves a limited number of households assistance provided by local churches and districts with notification to dis trict superintendent Medium Level involves an entire community or several scat tered communities assistance provided by organizing district response through the district disaster coordinator and district superintendent High Level involves a wide area and requires a massive re sponse by state and national agencies disaster response com mittee organizes a conference wide response to the crisis and assists districts and local churches WHEN Definition of a Disaster e A disaster is a specific event which results in overwhelming physical economic and or emotional damage e Results in significant harm to people and property Disrupts normal pattern of living e Overwhelms a community s ability to respond May affect individual family neighborhood community region Types of Disasters e Natural disasters e Technical disasters e Economic disasters e Civil disasters e Accidents e Other Phases of Disaster The Disaster Readiness and Response Cycle Preparedness Response E mergency amp relief S hort amp long term Levels of a Disasters e Low Level e Medium Level e High Lev
60. s throughout the ages we pray for the coming of God s reign in all of Creation Matthew 5 1 20 6 9 13 Luke 11 1 13 We live in active expectancy of the time when there will be no more sound of weeping nor cries of distress when all children shall live beyond infancy and all old people shall live out their days when justice shall roll down like waters and righteousness like an ever flowing stream and when all the earth shall be as full of the knowledge of God as the waters cover the sea Isaiah 11 9 65 20 Amos 5 24 Meanwhile we give thanks that God has raised up UMCOR and UMVIM to coordinate and strength en the servant leadership of the church for US Disaster Response and recognize the unique and complementary gifts and graces of these two programs We affirm that by working collaboratively in the oneness of the Body of Christ they are much more effective and responsive than either can be separately Since both UMCOR and UMVIM have the same goal of serving the most vulnerable people affected by disaster we enter into this covenant in a spirit of cooperation and humility seeking to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ as we reach out to those in need Nature and Purpose of the Covenant The ministry of all Christians consists of service for the mission of God in the world The mission of God is best expressed in the prayer that Jesus taught his first disciples Thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as in heaven All Christi
61. setting or disturbing At an appropriate time you may be invited to debrief your experiences in a formal closed and confidential setting endorsed by your disaster response coordinator Important exception If you encounter someone who threatens to harm themselves or someone else or if you suspect a child youth or vulnerable adult is being abused or ne glected you are required to report that to the proper officials You are still required to refrain from telling this information to others in the community 4 Don t make any promises e Don t imply any help for survivors unless you know that you personally can provide that help immediately For example o You probably do know that you personally and immediately can offer survivors the help you are offering at that moment muck out tarping etc or a phone number where they can call for more information o You probably do not know that you personally and immediately can provide help for survivors such as donations financial assistance etc 5 When in doubt REFER f you are concerned about someone s behavior or emotional state contact the mental health resources designated by the conference disaster response officials Know who you would call before you enter the site 6 Our ministry here is primarily a ministry of presence They will know we are Christians by our love Religious or faith talk is appropriate if the sur vivor initiates the conversation Be aware that you may e
62. t Attributes e Spiritual Commitment e Team player e People are more important than task e Trained Positive attitude Observant e Understanding Ownership is the communities Can Anyone be on a Team e Must 18 years and older e Must be physically able to do tasks e Must be available e GPS 3P s 23 24 NOTES TEAM SAFETY Personal Safety Are you in good health Do you have the proper clothing Are you drinking water Are you acting working safely Do NOT attempt tasks you are not qualified or equipped to do Debrief nightly see page B 2 e Immunizations tetanus and hepatitis A and B Debriefing Team Safety Personal Safety Equipment ae e Hard hat e Safe Use of Team Equipment e Leather rubber gloves Eu e Safety shoes sneakers for roofs rubber boots Eye protection Personal protective equipment PPE for chainsaw operators Ear protection Breathing protection proper mask for job First Level Trauma Kit First Aid Kit Safe Use of Team Equipment Ladders see page A 15 Generators Power tools Extension cords see page A 14 Recommended Additional Trainings for ER Teams e UMCOR Spiritual and Emotional Care Call the DC office First Aid and CPR Chainsaw Safety and Operations UMVIM Team Leadership Cultural Sensitivity Children and Youth in Disaster e Red Cross Psychological First Aid Critical Incident Stress Management CISM 25
63. t to know Christian Methodist Episcopal Church Church of the Brethren Assists with clean up and rebuilding child care This is the last stop for federal funds for people who haven t qualified for loans or the IFG Christian Reform World Relief Committee Provides advocacy rebuilding teams and assessment teams Church World Service The relief arm of the National Council of Churches also the umbrella for the work of major denominations Provides trained vol unteer consultants to assist in the formation of Interfaith recovery agencies The FEMA coordinated Disaster Recovery Center formally called the DAC Disaster Assistance Center where survivors can go in person to make ap plication to various federal state assistance These centers have largely been replaced by toll free telephone application centers Some agencies present are Social Security Administration Small Business Administration Depart ment of Agriculture and Internal Revenue Service Disaster Field Office of the Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA This is where the FEMA field operations take place Usually the DFO and the DRC are in different locations DWI EM ESA FEMA FCO ICS INTERFAITH LDS LDR LTRC MASS CARE MDS Disaster Welfare Inquiry A service of the Red Cross often in cooperation with the ARAL ARES in locating persons in the area of disaster Emergency Management on site decision makers Employment Security Ad
64. t is required in your country Of course protective equipment cannon prevent an accident from happening but it can help to reduce the level of injury if one does occur Protect head and hands Never saw without a helmet with a full coverage visor and hearing protection And protect your hands with a pair of strong gloves 1 2 Sturdy footwear Make sure your boots have a protective toecap saw protec tions and a heavy tread 3 Protective trousers and jacket You re safest if you have trou sers with saw protection That way the chain is stopped quick ly and effectively should the say come into contact with your leg 4a 4b Also recommend ed is a highly visible ventilated protective jacket If you need to call for help Ensure you have a First Aid kit easily accessible 5 And it s a good idea to carry a mobile phone and a whistle so you can call for help easily if some thing happens About the saw Take your time to get acquaint ed with the saw so you have a good idea how it works and SO you know its most important parts Especially important are those that have to do with safety Chain catcher On the bottom of the saw is the chain catcher which catches the chain if it breaks or derails 6 Throttle lock On the inside of the rear handle is the throttle control To pre vent accidental throttle ad vance when you squeeze the throttle control you must also depress the throttle lock on the to
65. ter J SMALL TOOLS Hammers Screwdrivers Flat Tip Screwdrivers Phillips head Utility knife box cutter 25 Tape measure o o P each a N sm Ana N NB BR Q Oy VY W COC Q ND N O Lots 10 Rolls several 1 AN O Carpenter s Pencil Pliers 6 8 Pliers 16 electrical Wire Cutters Bolt cutter Chisels ROOF PROTECTION Tarps 16 x 20 Lath strip pressure treated Nails button cap Nails Concrete Coated Sinker 5 box 20d or 16d Nails Concrete Coated 5 box 8d Nails Roofing 5 box Nails Vinyl Coated Sinker 5 box Screws if using on tarps Foam pads roof work MISCELLANEOUS Oil 30 wt motor Flash lights Batteries as needed for equipment Box fans Two way radios First aid kits Tire Repair Kit BONUS ITEMS Power Washer Sledge Hammer Cat s Paw nail puller Kitty litter or absorbent mat AED WDAO TREE CUTTING EQUIPMENT Saws Bow oaws Limb cutting hand Saws Limb cutting pole Axes single bit Maul Machete Wedges Logging chain or tow strap Rope 50 light amp heavy A 30 N N a Nana py Loppers BASE CAMP EQUIPMENT Cooking gear Plates flatware cups Paper towels Antibacterial hand sanitizer Sanitizing wipes Ice chest Garbage bags lawn size Fire extinguisher Weather Radio PERSONAL ITEMS EXTRAS Dust mask Work Gloves Safety Goggles Hard hats Insect repellant Sunscreen
66. ter food is prepared and transported to shelters or distributed by mobile feeding vans The Salvation Army Seventh Day Adven tists and Southern Baptists also do feeding United Methodists should not open their own shelter unless they contract to open a Red Cross approved shelter Red Cross approved shelters include liability and damage insurance Local churches that open shelters without this approval will be responsible for any risk or damage to the facility or its residents Mennonite Disaster Service through which 30 Mennonite and Amish groups cooperate in clean up and rebuilding for those who cannot do it alone A 3 MITIGATION MOBILE FEEDING VANS NIMS NVOAD PIM PIO PDA REACT RESOURCE COORDINATING COMMITTEE SALVATION ARMY SBA SDA Reducing the hazard Any attempt to reduce future damage and harm such as relocating or elevating homes building infrastructure to reduce flooding etc FEMAS Project Impact is an effort to build disaster resistant communities to help reduce the high cost of recovery Panel trucks that agencies bring to disaster sites to feed workers and victims during the emergency and relief phases Red Cross Salvation Army Seventh Day Adventists and Southern Baptists are the major organizations who oper ate these National Incident Management System sponsor of ICS systems National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster This is the umbrella group for all the recognized no
67. th an attorney RELEASE OF LIABILITY this must be signed BY APPLICANT for application to be valid amp for applicant to receive insurance coverage understand that the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church assumes no liability for any personal harm or illness or for loss of or damage to any property that may come to me while am serving as a United Methodist Volunteer in Mission and I my heirs personal representatives and assigns hereby absolve the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church and hold it harmless from any claim or demand which I my heirs personal representatives or assigns might conceivably assert for any such harm illness loss or damage intend to be legally bound by this statement Signed Date If the volunteer is 21 years or less both the volunteer s and a parent s or guardian s signature are required Witnessed by Date PRIVACY RIGHTS By my signature below consent to the recording and use of the personal data am providing for the Mission Volunteers Database MVDB utilized by designated password authorized persons in GBGM UM Committee on Relief UMCOR UM Volunteers In Mission UMVIM and MV programs A voluntary service the MVDB provides information for volunteer recruitment placement and communication as well as insurance and statistical record keeping may obtain a copy of and or request the deletion of my data by contacting GBGM by signatur
68. the jurisdictional UMVIM coordinator and request assistance 6 The jurisdictional coordinator will call for teams using the communications systems within the jurisdiction 7 Teams responding to a jurisdictional call should be given the contact information for the affected conference s ERTC and teams may call that person directly for assignments Team Leaders Please do not call the affected community until your team has been assigned there 8 When teams are no longer needed the ERTC will notify the UMVIM coordinator who will communicate this to all concerned 2f 28 NOTES Invitation all ERTs working outside of their own district should be there only with an invitation Do not just drop in to a devastated community thinking they are ready for your help You may be placing a greater burden on them by your presence then any help you can offer Self sufficient all ERTs should know how and be prepared to be self sufficient and self sustaining That means the team provides all necessities for their being in the location transportation food shelter water tools for the job etc 3 Day Limit teams should plan time away from the area after 3 consecutive days work Leaving the area provides relief from the stresses and also allows other ERTs to heed their calling to help It will also help avoid a survivor developing a dependency on the volunteers 29 30 NOTES SAFE SANCTUARIES Early response teams should follow the S
69. the needed Ms supplies e Transport the e Site Safety 21 22 NOTES Base Camp Manager This person is responsible for food cooking water and preparing a place to sleep if it is necessary for the team to spend the night If the team is totally self sufficient the BCM shops for food and creates a schedule of who cooks cleans etc so that the load is shared The BCM works alongside the team during the day Equipment Maintenance This person is responsible for keeping any equipment that the conference may own as a part of an equipment trailer in good working order This person may be able to do this in off hours or in an as needed role but should also accompany the team to a disaster site e Safety Officer In addition to the safety functions performed by the logistics person another member of the team is designated to pay par ticular attention to the individual team members safety This person checks that the proper personal safety equipment is being used and that all team members are performing at optimal efficiency When team members start to get tired it is the responsibility of the safety officer to pull that person out to rest or hydrate as necessary Listener Team recorder This person is the one person on the team who is designated to be the listener to the survivors While all members of the team should ALWAYS put people before their task this person should be a good listener This person is NOT to provide
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72. us health hazard n all reality there are many more that are just as toxic IDENTIFYING MOLD Mold will discolor anything it grows on elt may appear fuzzy or dusty which is in all reality mold spores e Can be any color not just black e Surface mold can be an indicator of a deeper problem WHERE AND HOW MOLD GROWS Mold needs a few things to develop and grow Moisture can be caused by leaky plumbing minor or major flooding even humidity Food material to grow on such as wood paper cotton leather food and other material e The right temperature above freezing and below 120 degrees Between 70 and 90 degrees is perfect for mold growth Freezing does not kill mold spores they will just go dormant BLACK MOLD Can Will Cause Respiratory Problems MATERIALS THAT CAN BE SAVED e Dimensional lumber 2x4 s 2x6 s etc Solid core doors and solid jambs Wood or aluminum window e Some windows have vinyl wrapped over pressboard and should be inspected closely No need to remove the window jamb e Some paneling made of wood e Solid wood cabinets e Remember the drywall and insulation behind the cabinets will need to be looked at for mold growth e Wood door window and floor trim MATERIALS TO DISCARD Damaged building materials e Drywall Insulation Pressboard cabinets furniture sub flooring flooring paneling pressboard shelving e Hollow core doors Materials that will absorb water HOUSEHOLD ITEMS TO DISCAR
73. wer gas operated Logging chain or tow strap Loppers Machete Maul Metal straps seal refrigerator Nails button cap 1 bottle what length why count and not several by weight like other nails Nails Concrete Coated 5 box 8d Nails Concrete Coated Sinker 5 box 20d why not 16d Nails Roofing 5 box what size Nails Vinyl Coated Sinker 5 box what size why vinyl Why not list screws of various sizes Oil 2 cycle sst Oil 30 wt motor Paper towels set Plates flatware cups Pliers 16 electrical Pliers 6 8 sst Post Hole diggers Power Washer 4 Propane fuel 5 bottles Propane Heater Propane lanterns Rakes leaf and garden Refrigerator dolly Rope 50 light amp heavy Safety Goggles Sanitizing wipes roll Saws Bow Saws Circular amp blades Saws Hack Saws Hand Saws Limb cutting hand Saws Limb cutting pole Saws Reciprocating amp blades Screwdrivers Flat Tip Screwdrivers Phillips head 4cans Shop Vac 1 bag Shovels Scoop 4 packs Shovels Square nose 1 Sledge Hammer opray Nozzle Stepladder 8 Stepstool A 32 gt C D 0ONP gt P 2 22200 DD 2 2DNDd 22229 3 3 gt NAO N Q N N NJ 20 600 1 4 quarts 2 rolls each O Q o D each c O et x P OC GQ CO 3 A AQ YN GO GQ 3 3 od I c Sunscreen Tape Duct Tape Electrical Tarps 16 x 20 Tent 8 person 3 Room Dome Tire Repair Kit Two way radios Util
74. y and can hold up to 200 Ibs Ladders also vary in length Choose one that is high enough for the job but not so high that it be comes a hazard USING LADDERS SAFELY Some other things to remember include Make sure the ladder s feet are parallel to the surface it rests against Make sure the base is tied or held and that the top is anchored Avoid the top two steps of a stepladder and the top four rungs on other ladders Always face the ladder while using Place the ladder at a safe angle The distance from the bottom of the ladder to the wall should be about 1 4 of the ladder s working height Do not use ladders that have been exposed to fire or corrosive chemicals Do not use a ladder for unintended purposes such as in place of scaffolding Never allow more than one person on a ladder at a time Use both hands when climbing a ladder Avoid excessive stretching or leaning A 15 CONCLUSION Ladders are a pretty simple type of equipment But don t allow that simplicity to get in the way of fol lowing safe procedures As soon as you start feeling like an accident won t happen the possibility of it occurring skyrockets SAFETY FIRST The chainsaw is an efficient tool Yet it can be dangerous if used incorrectly That s why safety must always come first Your clothing is a very important part of this Even if you re just cutting some firewood outside the back door of your house you must use the personal protective equip ment tha
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