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