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Above: Actual RescueSim simulator footage of a traffic incident (UK version of RescueSim shown).
A Virtual Training Platform for real emergencies Real-life training is an excellent way to develop competences, but is often time-consuming and expensive. RescueSim is an incident management simulator that prepares safety and security professionals for incidents by letting them train in a realistic virtual environment, without the dangers, costs and time associated with traditional training. RescueSim allows emergency crews to experience the incident as they would in real-life. They assess the situation and determine the best response strategy, implement it and then observe the consequences of their decisions. With RescueSim, users experience can try different response strategies for each incident. Professional Instructors can easily build any incident scenario using the intuitive toolbox and have full control over events during the exercise, changing the incident on the fly. For after action debriefing, a detailed log of all actions allows evaluation and assessment after the exercise. The benefits of virtual incident command training Train whenever, wherever without the need for extensive logistics and material Improve operational preparedness of the emergency response organisation Avoid high practical training costs Multidepartmental training with different emergency services is possible Learn new skills in a safe environment Specialised training courses offered in cooperation with partners Realistic 3D training environments, company specific or generic Complete control and flexibility for the instructor before & during scenarios Logging of all actions and decisions for debriefing Rescuesim allows Toledo Fire And Rescue Department members to train in a safe and controlled environment whenever and wherever convenient. Thomas Jaksetic Deputy Chief Of The Toledo (USA) Fire & Rescue Dept. - 3 -
Realistic exercise locations: More than 150 different exercise locations, high level of realism Key elements of RescueSim incident command training Generic, country-specific or fully customised environments Accessible buildings, dynamic damage visualization Unlimited incident scenarios: Flexibility to create any incident in any exercise environment Incident scenarios are easy to make using drag-and-drop Extensive objects database with over 530 interactive objects Dynamic scenario evolution using timeline, triggers, waypoints Multiple incidents possible in a single exercise Interactive roleplaying functionality: Participant experiences the incident as in real life and is able to use all available equipment, tools and people at his disposal. Scalable training setups Adaptable to each incident command level STRATEGIC Coordination of response for large-scale incidents Resource planning and infrastructural impact management FOR Emergency operation centers Municipal crisis teams TACTICAL Team management Communication Processes and protocols Coordination of response strategies FOR On-scene commanders First response coordinators OPERATIONAL Specific protocols Communication Operational discipline FOR Emergency response units First responders - 4 -
SCALAble training setups RescueSim allows for multidepartmental training involving different emergency services all taking part in the incident. It caters for full cooperation, communication and coordination training during any incident. ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING Train a specific role during an incident. An individual trainee is trained by the instructor. Due to the direct communication and feedback that the instructor provides, the trainee is able to achieve predefined learning goals. For a trainee, this training method is frequently experienced as an in-depth approach to their day-to-day activities. By involving largescale scenarios the trainee will be prepared for the incidents which can not be trained in reallife exercises. The smaller scale scenarios are used to prepare the trainee for evacuation, observation and taking the appropriate first steps. CLASSROOM TRAINING An instructor and multiple trainees participate. One trainee is assigned the leadership role and takes the controls during the scenario. The other participants assist and discuss which decisions are to be taken. This module focuses on the interaction between the trainees. During this training, trainees will each have a different approach to an incident. By discussing and simulating these various approaches, the group of trainees will learn to determine the best possible solution to a realistic problem. MULTI-USER TRAINING This training method allows multiple users to participate in joint training exercises simultaneously. Multi-user exercises can be done either with different roles within a single agency or with multiple agencies and departments. Multi-user training allows full coordination training between different emergency services and departments simultaneously, and enables training at operational, tactical and strategic level. - 5 -
simulator instructor & maintenance training TRAINING YOU FOR OPTIMAL SIMULATOR USE Excellent training and support are an important part of operating a simulator. As part of simulator delivery, VSTEP provides basic and advanced train-the-trainer courses for each customer, training you in simulator operation and day-to-day use. Following delivery our customer support department and dedicated account managers are available to help you with any inquiries you might have. SIMULATOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE TRAINING: - Simulator start up/shut down - Connections and calibration of controls - How to detect/remedy hardware issues - Back-up/restoring of configuration files SIMULATOR INSTRUCTOR TRAINING: - Creation of exercises and using the instructor toolbox - Exercise recording and playback/debriefing - Initiate/restart an exercise - Controlling avatars during an exercise - Introduce time triggers, special events and advanced RescueSim functionalities - Change the operating environment during an exercise - Effective communication with the trainees - Setting up a scoring or grading system to assess student performance Training is hands-on and provided by experienced VSTEP engineers. After successful training, an official Instructor & Maintenance Certificate is issued to the customer. RescueSim enables us to create specific incident scenarios to improve individual competences in every aspect of incident management! M. Ruytenberg, Unified Industrial FD - 7 -
A WIDE RANGE OF TRAINING MODULES RescueSim has different modules catering to the specific needs of an industry. Each module has its own library of 3D environments & objects, as well as the instructor toolbox to create specialized incident scenarios. Based on their specific training requirements, customers can select their own module content. EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT MODULE UNLIMITED INCIDENT SCENARIOS Unlimited Incidents for first responders & emergency services, including: Traffic accidents Railroad incidents Tunnel incidents High-rise and residential incidents Forest fires and flooding Hazmat scenarios Subway & underground incidents...and many more DETAILED GENERIC ENvIRONMENTS Creation and integration of your specific environment for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Highways, intersections and complex road structures Small residential and large scale residential areas MODULE SPECIFIC 3D objects AND equipment In addition to the extensive standard object, unit and equipment library, the ERM Module also includes the following module specific objects: Wide range of different passenger and cargo vehicles, trucks Extensive library of response units and emergency response vehicles MODULE SPECIFIC ADVANCED FUNCTIONALITY Advanced complex vehicle for training cutting procedures Smoke spreads realistically in buildings FOR WHOM? Local fire departments Regional fire departments Road traffic agencies Police departments National health services - 8 -
Our training staff has faced real challenges when it comes to providing our incident commanders with challenging and realistic training. Firefighter and public safety is the Devon & Somerset FRS s number 1 priority, and RescueSim will help us in achieving this aim. Joe Hassell, Station Manager Devon & Somerset FRS - 9 -
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INDUSTRIAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MODULE UNLIMITED INCIDENT SCENARIOS Unlimited incidents with added focus on incidents on industrial sites, including: Tank fires Liquid spillage Gas releases Rimseal fires On-site collisions...and many more DETAILED GENERIC ENvIRONMENTS Creation and integration of your specific facility for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Tank pits Storage facilities Pumps Petrochemical installations Cooling and heating sections Loading stations and jetties MODULE SPECIFIC 3D objects AND equipment In addition to the extensive standard object, unit and equipment library, the IIM Module also includes the following module specific objects: Tank trucks, Forklifts Drums, gas flasks Diverse static and portable monitors MODULE SPECIFIC ADVANCED FUNCTIONALITY Gas or liquid leakages Explosions FOR WHOM? Industrial fire departments First responders organizations Local and regional fire departments Industrial security organizations BP is currently using RescueSim for incident command training at their Sullom Voe Terminal. The complete terminal and surroundings were recreated in 3D to allow training for the BP Emergency Response crews in a recognisable environment. Training of any thinkable (and unthinkable) incident is possible as they can all be created with the simulator s instructor toolbox. - HazardEx Magazine, September 2013, Case Study Article on virtual training - 11 -
AIRPORT INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MODULE All parties involved in the emergency organisation at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will benefit from realistic virtual training with RescueSim! Tom van Maastrigt, Former Manager Preparation & Safety Training, Schiphol Group UNLIMITED INCIDENT SCENARIOS Unlimited incidents with added focus on incidents taking place in and around aiports, including: Airplane crashes Onboard incidents Evacuations Runway collisions...and many more DETAILED GENERIC ENvIRONMENTS Creation and integration of your specific airport for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Terminal Airport buildings Parking lots and roads Runways with signage and lighting MODULE SPECIFIC 3D objects AND equipment In addition to the extensive standard object, unit and equipment library, the AIM Module also includes the following module specific objects: 52 Aircraft types 6 Helicopter types 36 Functional airport vehicles Crash/foam tenders Specific airport related fire fighting equipment MODULE SPECIFIC ADVANCED FUNCTIONALITY Take-off, landing, taxiing Location-based sound FOR WHOM? Airport fire departments / ARFF Airport authorities Municipal fire departments Airport safety staff Airport security staff - 12 -
OFFSHORE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MODULE UNLIMITED INCIDENT SCENARIOS Unlimited incidents with added focus on offshore incidents, including: Offshore rig and ship incidents Platform fires Search & rescue Operations Evacuations...and many more DETAILED GENERIC ENvIRONMENTS Creation and integration of your specific offshore rig for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Generic offshore rig & platform Helicopter deck Drilling station Storage points Contractor offices Multiple levels connected by stairs MODULE SPECIFIC 3D objects AND equipment In addition to the extensive standard object, unit and equipment library, the OIM Module also includes the following module specific objects: Various vessels Different offshore rig & platform types 3 Helicopter types Operational extinguishing objects, drums and tools Offshore workers MODULE SPECIFIC ADVANCED FUNCTIONALITY Helicopter movements Ship movements Person evacuation and injuries FOR WHOM? Offshore installation managers (OIM) Offshore team leaders (OTL) Offshore vessel commanders Helideck landing officer Helideck team member - 13 -
PORT INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MODULE SHIPBOARD INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MODULE Unlimited incidents with added focus on incidents taking place in port & harbour environments, both on shore or on water, including: Vessel collisions Container incidents Dangerous Liquids and gas spillages....and many more Creation and integration of your specific port for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Quaysides, Container storage Yacht harbor, Jetties, Warehouses, Offices Industrial plants and storage Connecting railways and motorways UNLIMITED INCIDENT SCENARIOS DETAILED GENERIC ENvIRONMENTS MODULE SPECIFIC objects & equipment 20 different vessels accessible for inspections Library of 20 vessels Dangerous substances, fires & leakages Sailing ships Advanced firefighting vessels Unlimited incidents with added focus on incidents taking place on board of ships, including: Engine room fires On-board explosions Evacuation procedures...and many more Creation and integration of your specific ship for use in the simulator is also possible. The following module specific generic environments are included: Accessible Engine room Ship bridge Ship walkway MODULE SPECIFIC ADVANCED FUNCTIONALITY Sailing ships Advanced measuring equipment Port workers & safety officers Port firefighters Local and port fire departments Port authority commanders and members FOR WHOM? Inspectors of dangerous goods Port safety personnel Local and regional fire departments Civilian/Military ship crews Navy & Coast guard personnel - 14 -
SOME OF OUR CLIENTS: RescueSim is used by Emergency Services, governments and industrial companies in over 20 countries as an effective and safe enhancement of practical incident response training. Below are some of our clients:
VSTEP Partner Network Simulation & Virtual Training ADDRESS: Weena 598, 3012 CN Rotterdam The Netherlands U R L : w w w. v s t e p s i m u l a t i o n. c o m M a i l : i n f o @ v s t e p s i m u l a t i o n. c o m T e l : + 3 1 ( 0 ) 1 0 2 0 1 4 5 2 0 RescueSim Incident Command Simulator is a product of virtual training and simulation developer VSTEP.