ESO Guidebook
Emergency Services Officers, paramedics, and nurses in the mining and resources sector operate in some of the most challenging environments in the world. Whether responding to medical incidents, fire and rescue, HAZMAT situations, or mine site emergencies, effective response relies on a strong understanding of equipment, systems, and operational practices.
This second edition of the ESO Guidebook: Resources & Emergency Services expands to over 750 items, providing a structured and comprehensive reference across emergency response in the resources sector. It clearly defines the equipment, vehicles, procedures, and terminology used in real-world operations, supporting responders in high-risk and remote environments.
Covering everything from firefighting equipment and medical tools to abbreviations, drug therapy protocols, and clinical practice guidelines, this guide is designed to ensure responders are informed, consistent, and prepared for a wide range of scenarios.
Built on real-world industry experience, this guidebook is suited to both new and experienced personnel seeking clarity and confidence in their role.
Ideal for ESOs, paramedics, nurses, firefighters, mine rescue teams, and safety professionals working across the mining and resources industry.
Inside, you'll find:
9 x ESO Registration Information
17 x ESO Duties
41 x Fire & Rescue Abbreviations & Acronyms
20 x Incident Response Considerations
50 x Fire Fighting Items
31 x Road Crash Rescue Items
16 x HAZMAT Items
05 x Confined Space Items
28 x Vertical Rescue Items
28 x Underground Rescue Items
13 x Emergencies and Life-Threatening Risks
121 x Medical Items
32 x Medical Abbreviations, Acronyms & Mnemonics
52 x Generic Drug Therapy Protocols
20 x Clinical Governance Items
17 x Common Presentation Management
23 x Urgent Presentations Management
19 x Mining Security
30 x General Work Health & Safety Items
13 x What to do when "There's Nothing to Do" Items
22 x Mental Health, Identity and Psychosocial Safety
38 x ESO Knowledge Bank
26 x Additional Pre-Hospital Courses & Tickets
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