ASTM F1765-97a(2022)
(Guide)Standard Guide for Ice Staff Self-Rescue Technique
Standard Guide for Ice Staff Self-Rescue Technique
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 This guide establishes a recommended procedure for utilizing an ice staff as a self-rescue technique on ice.
3.2 All persons who are identified as ice rescuers shall meet the requirements of this guide.
3.3 This guide will assist government agencies; state, local, or regional organizations; fire departments; rescue teams; and others who are responsible for establishing a minimum performance for personnel who respond to ice emergencies.
3.4 This guide is not intended to be used in isolation, but as a component guide acknowledging many skills and techniques needed to respond at a cold water and ice emergency.
3.5 An ice rescuer shall be wearing an immersion suit, drysuit with PFD, or equivalent cold water protection and buoyancy to perform these rescues.
3.6 An ice rescuer shall carry a set of ice awls along with the ice staff as a backup technique.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide describes the self-rescue technique on ice utilizing an ice staff.
1.2 This guide is one in a series of self-rescue techniques for the ice rescuer.
1.3 Individuals who will operate in the cold water or ice rescue setting need to be aware of the equipment and physical requirements necessary to be able to perform all identified objectives and necessary skills in the setting.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Jul-2022
- Technical Committee
- F32 - Search and Rescue
- Drafting Committee
- F32.02 - Management and Operations
Overview
ASTM F1765-97a(2022) - Standard Guide for Ice Staff Self-Rescue Technique provides comprehensive guidance on the recommended procedures and equipment for self-rescue when traversing or working on ice. Developed by ASTM International, this guide helps standardize the minimum performance requirements for ice rescuers, ensuring safety and efficiency in responding to ice emergencies across a variety of sectors, including government agencies, fire departments, rescue teams, and other organizations.
Key Topics
- Ice Staff Self-Rescue: The guide outlines the proper method for using an ice staff as an essential self-rescue tool when navigating potentially hazardous ice surfaces.
- Required Equipment: Emphasizes the necessity for proper cold water protection like immersion suits or drysuits with personal flotation devices (PFDs), as well as carrying backup tools such as ice awls.
- Procedures: Details recommended step-by-step actions, including how to test ice thickness and stability, safe movement techniques, and emergency actions if the ice breaks or immersion occurs.
- Personnel Requirements: States that all identified ice rescuers must meet the guide's requirements, underlining the importance of training and physical preparedness.
- Multi-skill Integration: Recognizes that this guidance should be used in conjunction with other cold water and ice rescue skills for comprehensive responder readiness.
Applications
- Emergency Response Training: The standard is widely used for developing and maintaining training programs for first responders, ensuring that teams are prepared to react promptly and safely to ice and cold water emergencies.
- Operational Policies: Government agencies and organizations involved in ice rescue operations utilize this guide to develop policy, improve operational readiness, and support personnel safety.
- Field Operations: The guide's practical recommendations are directly applicable during live rescue scenarios, facilitating quick decision-making and reliable techniques for rescuers and individuals working on or near ice.
- Equipment Standardization: By emphasizing the proper use of ice staffs, immersion suits, drysuits, PFDs, and ice awls, the guide helps organizations maintain consistent and effective safety equipment protocols.
Related Standards
- ASTM F32 Series: This standard is part of a broader series addressing search and rescue practices, particularly under subcommittee F32.02 on Management and Operations.
- Personal Flotation Device Standards: Equipment such as PFDs referenced in this document should comply with national authorities, e.g., U.S. Coast Guard standards.
- International Standards Principles: Developed following globally recognized guidelines, including those set by the World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
By adhering to ASTM F1765-97a(2022), professionals involved in ice rescue operations can significantly enhance their readiness and effectiveness in cold water emergencies, while supporting international best practices for safety and performance.
Keywords: ice rescue, self-rescue, ice staff, rescue technique, immersion suit, drysuit, personal flotation device, PFD, ice awls, ASTM F1765, ice emergency, ice rescuer, cold water safety, ice safety standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM F1765-97a(2022) is a guide published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Guide for Ice Staff Self-Rescue Technique". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 This guide establishes a recommended procedure for utilizing an ice staff as a self-rescue technique on ice. 3.2 All persons who are identified as ice rescuers shall meet the requirements of this guide. 3.3 This guide will assist government agencies; state, local, or regional organizations; fire departments; rescue teams; and others who are responsible for establishing a minimum performance for personnel who respond to ice emergencies. 3.4 This guide is not intended to be used in isolation, but as a component guide acknowledging many skills and techniques needed to respond at a cold water and ice emergency. 3.5 An ice rescuer shall be wearing an immersion suit, drysuit with PFD, or equivalent cold water protection and buoyancy to perform these rescues. 3.6 An ice rescuer shall carry a set of ice awls along with the ice staff as a backup technique. SCOPE 1.1 This guide describes the self-rescue technique on ice utilizing an ice staff. 1.2 This guide is one in a series of self-rescue techniques for the ice rescuer. 1.3 Individuals who will operate in the cold water or ice rescue setting need to be aware of the equipment and physical requirements necessary to be able to perform all identified objectives and necessary skills in the setting. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 This guide establishes a recommended procedure for utilizing an ice staff as a self-rescue technique on ice. 3.2 All persons who are identified as ice rescuers shall meet the requirements of this guide. 3.3 This guide will assist government agencies; state, local, or regional organizations; fire departments; rescue teams; and others who are responsible for establishing a minimum performance for personnel who respond to ice emergencies. 3.4 This guide is not intended to be used in isolation, but as a component guide acknowledging many skills and techniques needed to respond at a cold water and ice emergency. 3.5 An ice rescuer shall be wearing an immersion suit, drysuit with PFD, or equivalent cold water protection and buoyancy to perform these rescues. 3.6 An ice rescuer shall carry a set of ice awls along with the ice staff as a backup technique. SCOPE 1.1 This guide describes the self-rescue technique on ice utilizing an ice staff. 1.2 This guide is one in a series of self-rescue techniques for the ice rescuer. 1.3 Individuals who will operate in the cold water or ice rescue setting need to be aware of the equipment and physical requirements necessary to be able to perform all identified objectives and necessary skills in the setting. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM F1765-97a(2022) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.99 - Other protective equipment; 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F1765 − 97a (Reapproved 2022)
Standard Guide for
Ice Staff Self-Rescue Technique
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1765; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope dards set by the appropriate national regulatory authority, that
is, the U.S. Coast Guard in the United States.
1.1 This guide describes the self-rescue technique on ice
utilizing an ice staff.
3. Significance and Use
1.2 This guide is one in a series of self-rescue techniques for
3.1 This guide establishes a recommended procedure for
the ice rescuer.
utilizing an ice staff as a self-rescue technique on ice.
1.3 Individuals who will operate in the cold water or ice
3.2 All persons who are identified as ice rescuers shall meet
rescue setting need to be aware of the equipment and physical
the requirements of this guide.
requirements necessary to be able to perform all identified
objectives and necessary skills in the setting.
3.3 This guide will assist government agencies; state, local,
or regional organizations; fire departments; rescue teams; and
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
others who are responsible for establishing a minimum perfor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
mance for personnel who respond to ice emergencies.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.4 This guide is not intended to be used in isolation, but as
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
a component guide acknowledging many skills and techniques
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
needed to respond at a cold water and ice emergency.
3.5 An ice rescuer shall be wearing an immersion suit,
2. Terminology
drysuit with PFD, or equivalent cold water protection and
2.1 Definitions:
buoyancy to perform these rescues.
2.1.1 drysuit, n—a protective suit that encompasses the
3.6 Anicerescuershallcarryasetoficeawlsalongwiththe
wearer, prohibiting water from entering; a drysuit provides no
ice staff as a backup technique.
buoyancy or thermal protection without insulative undergar-
ments.
4. Procedure
2.1.2 ice awl, n—a device consisting of a sharp spike with a
4.1 The ice rescuer should grasp the ice staff firmly near the
handle used for rescue on ice.
spiked end.
2.1.3 ice staff, n—a stick, pole, or rod with a sharp spike in
one end used to traverse on ice or rescue on ice.
4.2 Extend the staff in a downward slanting position,
tapping in a semicircle to test the ice.
2.1.4 immersion suit, n—designed to provide cold water
protection and buoyancy by one person in cold water emer-
4.3 Listen for a clear, hard resonating sound indicating good
gencies.
ice.
2.1.4.1 Discussion—These devices should conform to stan-
4.4 Move slowly onto the area of ice that has been tested.
dards set by the appropriate national regulatory aut
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