Industrial Rescue & Safety
OSHA doesn't accept "we'll call 911" as your confined-space rescue plan.
1910.146(k) requires a preplanned rescue procedure before the first worker enters a permit-required confined space. OCS fields certified rescuers - on site, before entry, ready to go in if someone doesn't come out.
What OSHA 1910.146(k) actually requires
The regulation mandates that employers develop and implement procedures for summoning rescue services, providing necessary emergency services, and preventing unauthorized employees from attempting rescue. Critically, it requires evaluating each space to determine rescue responder capability. Dialing 911 doesn't satisfy this - your local fire department likely has no pre-entry knowledge of your facility, your hazards, or your access points. OCS pre-surveys each space, develops rescue pre-plans, and has the equipment staged before your crew enters.
Rescue Services
What OCS provides
Confined Space Rescue Standby
Trained rescue team on site for the duration of permit-required confined space entry. CMC rope rescue gear, tripod, atmospheric monitors. Pre-entry briefing included.
Learn more →Shutdown & Turnaround Support
Multi-day rescue standby for planned shutdowns and turnarounds. Safety watch, atmospheric monitoring, and coordination with your entry supervisors across multiple concurrent entry points.
Learn more →Annual Safety Partnership
Ongoing rescue readiness for facilities with frequent confined space entry. Annual contract with documented procedures, annual drills, and priority scheduling during shutdowns.
Learn more →Site Safety Management
On-site safety oversight for industrial projects and ongoing operations. OSHA compliance, permit coordination, JSA development, and a qualified safety presence on the ground when you need one.
Learn more →Site Safety Assessment
Pre-engagement walkthrough of your facility's confined spaces. OCS documents each space, identifies hazards, and delivers a written rescue pre-plan before coverage begins.
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The Team Lead
Tyler Bruce - former GRDA confined space rescue technician.
Tyler Bruce founded OCS Rescue after careers in fields where people get hurt when things go wrong. He served as a State Police officer, worked as an EMT, and spent years as a CMC-trained confined space rescue technician for the Grand River Dam Authority - one of the largest hydroelectric utilities in Oklahoma, with complex industrial facilities that require real rescue capability.
He also served as site safety manager on major industrial projects including Logan Aluminum, Orion Carbon Black, Mill Creek power plant, and ExxonMobil Chute Creek. He holds OSHA 510 (Occupational Safety Standards for the Construction Industry) in addition to OSHA 10 and OSHA 30.
- CMC (California Mountain Company) Rope Rescue certified
- Confined space rescue technician - former GRDA
- Swiftwater rescue technician
- EMT certification
- OSHA 10, OSHA 30, OSHA 510
- SDVOSB-certified - veteran-owned small business
- Cherokee Nation TERO certified
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a rescue team for permit-required confined space entry?
Yes. OSHA 1910.146(k) requires that before any worker enters a permit-required confined space, the employer must have a rescue procedure in place and a rescue team capable of responding. "Call 911" does not satisfy this requirement - local fire departments typically have no pre-entry knowledge of your specific facility, hazards, or access points. A qualified rescue team must be identified and either on-site or available within a response time appropriate to the hazard.
What industries does OCS serve?
OCS provides rescue standby and safety coverage for refineries, chemical plants, paper and pulp mills, power generation facilities, water and wastewater plants, manufacturing operations, and construction sites with confined space entry. OCS is based in Pryor, Oklahoma and serves facilities across Northeast Oklahoma, including MidAmerica Industrial Park, Tulsa, and the surrounding region.
How far in advance should I book rescue standby?
For routine standby coverage, 1-2 weeks is usually sufficient. For multi-day shutdowns and turnarounds, plan 4-6 weeks ahead - OCS fills turnaround slots well in advance and cannot take same-day turnaround requests. Contact OCS as soon as your entry dates are scheduled.
What is Tyler Bruce's background in confined space rescue?
Tyler Bruce served as a CMC-trained confined space rescue technician for the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA), one of Oklahoma's largest hydroelectric utilities. He also served as site safety manager on major industrial projects including Logan Aluminum, Orion Carbon Black, Mill Creek power plant, and ExxonMobil Chute Creek. He holds OSHA 510, OSHA 30, and OSHA 10 certifications, along with EMT and swiftwater rescue credentials. That background is what separates OCS from staffing companies filling rescue roles with less experienced personnel.
Does OCS cover multiple entry points during a shutdown?
Yes. For planned shutdowns and turnarounds with concurrent entries, OCS coordinates coverage across multiple active entry points with atmospheric monitoring at each. Contact OCS early so the scope can be staffed and scheduled properly.
Ready to schedule coverage?
Send OCS your entry dates, confined space inventory, and facility location. We'll confirm crew availability and send a coverage proposal within one business day.
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