Topic: Aluminum alloy in Ford F-Series pickups Objective: Familiarization with aluminum alloy during extrication work Task: The rescue team shall develop techniques for completing vehicle-rescue tasks ...
Proper vehicle stabilization is the foundation of any extrication. Stabilization is sometimes as simple as placing wheel chocks under the front and back wheels. Sometimes, on more complex incidents ...
OBJECTIVE: Understand the distinguishing features of a Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid vehicle TASK: Given a Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid vehicle to inspect, the rescue team shall locate and identify the ...
Every vehicle collision is different, said Matt Carlson, and a Saturday training in Mapleton helped first responders prepare for when vehicle extractions are needed. Carlson, an instructor with ...
The October 2013 edition of FireRescue’s In-Depth Extrication column discussed situations that call for the movement of the patient’s vehicle. Responders must be proactive when developing initial and ...
LE MARS, Iowa (KTIV) - Area fire departments underwent intensive heavy vehicle extrication training Oct. 11 and 12, learning critical skills to rescue individuals trapped in vehicles. The 14-hour ...