The objective of WP4 is “the definition of best practices for tunnel authorities and fire emergency services on prevention and training, accident management and fire emergency operations.”

The occurrence of a fire in a tunnel provokes a need for response from the tunnel users, the operators and the emergency services. The purpose of WP4 is to define these responses in the context of these different categories and so determine the best practices which should be adopted to ensure a high level of safety.

The tunnel users will in all probability be unfamiliar with their environment and with the technical features available in the tunnel. It may be in their best interests to take action with regard to self-rescue prior to the arrival of the emergency services. This may depend on their prior education with regard to tunnel safety.

The tunnel operator understands the features available and should take appropriate action to implement procedures which will minimise the danger to occupants. The operator will call in the emergency services and generally follow a pre-prescribed plan. The development of this plan and how it should be refined though exercises and training will also be addressed.

The emergency services face an unpredictable situation on their arrival at the fire site. An understanding of the tunnel details and the knowledge of tunnel operational possibilities are required to take control of the situation and begin the rescue operation with maximum safety.

1.1.1 Prerequisites and safety factors
1.1.2 Document structure

1.2.1 Platform for best practise
1.2.1.1 Tunnel Operator (ØSB)
1.2.1.2 Co-operation between emergency authorities and ØSB
1.2.1.3 Users
1.2.1.4 Fire Response Management
1.2.2 Safety factors before a fire
1.2.2.1 Objective
1.2.2.2 Tunnel Operator
1.2.2.3 Emergency services
1.2.2.4 Users
1.2.3 Safety factors during a fire
1.2.3.1 Objective
1.2.3.2 Tunnel Operator
1.2.3.3 Emergency services
1.2.3.4 Users
1.2.4 Safety factors after a fire
1.2.4.1 Objective
1.2.4.2 Tunnel Operator
1.2.4.3 Emergency services
1.2.4.4 Users