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Putting Technology In A Dummy

We took a tour of the Humanetics Innovative Solutions factory, which is the only company worldwide making crash test dummies for the auto industry. These dummies contain an unbelievable amount of technology that provides data about how passengers are affected in various collisions. This technology really helps explain how…

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Added by Paul Hasenmeier on September 16, 2012 at 10:10pm — No Comments

Brake Pedal Displacement

Here’s another basic extrication technique for you to try at your next training. It has everything to do with brake pedal displacement when a victims foot is entrapped. For more on the old school techniques click here.…

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Added by Paul Hasenmeier on June 30, 2012 at 10:38am — No Comments

How School Buses Are Made

The video below shows parts of Blue Bird Corporations manufacturing process. It will help you get an idea of where the strongest parts of the bus are located. Of course different manufacturers have varying methods.

It is important to know the construction of…

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Added by Paul Hasenmeier on April 2, 2012 at 9:37pm — No Comments

Roll-Over Pinning Basics

I’ve been on somewhat of a rant about getting back to the basics with some extrication techniques lately. Mainly because we sometimes get overzealous in our efforts to use the most fancy electric, hydraulic, or pneumatic tools. Tunnel vision, maybe. Remember, you may need two or three options to perform a rescue. Keep it simple, fast, and safe.

A recent training opportunity allowed the same scenario to be set up 6 times. The firefighters were told to perform the rescue the first…

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Added by Paul Hasenmeier on September 19, 2011 at 9:59pm — No Comments

Know Your Disassembly Tools for Extrications

Disassembly can be advantageous to cutting or prying tactics, but you need to know which tools to grab

Story & Photos by Les Baker

Disentanglement tactics may necessitate disassembling parts of a vehicle. In many cases, disassembly is much more advantageous than tactics that involve cutting and prying. Disassembling a vehicle creates safer working conditions, significantly reduces the… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on May 6, 2011 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

Spanning the Gap in Extrications from Ditches

Using a ladder, basket litter and rope for extrication from a ditch provides a more efficient, less labor-intensive method than forming a chain of rescuers

Story & Photos by Les Baker

During the 2010 Southeastern Extrication School, the “Down in the Ditch” program covered the topic of vehicles that come to rest in various positions in ditches of different sizes and configurations.… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on March 4, 2011 at 5:30am — 2 Comments

Know the Tool Cache Manager’s Roles & Responsibilities

A tool cache manager can be invaluable on the extrication scene, organizing tools, coordinating resources, acting as a safety officer and much more

By Todd D. Meyer

The cook who supports the cattle drive. The pit crew that supports the race car driver. The administrative assistant at Station #51 who keeps the BCs inline. The ground support crew that keeps the fighter jets in the air. My… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on February 4, 2011 at 6:00am — 1 Comment

Steps for Conducting a Rear Roof Rail Displacement

Story & Photos by Les Baker

A quick and easy method for extracting patients from a roof-resting vehicle involves the displacement of the rear roof rail.…

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Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 7, 2011 at 6:30am — 1 Comment

Scenario-Based Training Substitutes for Years of On-the-Job Training

An example of scenario-based training highlights the advantages of this unique teaching tool

Story & Photos by Les Baker

How many times have you performed extrication tactics on an upright, undamaged vehicle in a junkyard? Do you consider that appropriate training for effectively handling most motor vehicle collisions? This form of training is suitable for basic skill development and… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on December 20, 2010 at 1:00am — 1 Comment

Steps & Tips for Raising Hoods at Extrication Scenes

Raising the hood allows responders to evaluate potential hazards in & around the motor compartment

Story & Photos by Les Baker

Download a PDF to help walk you through the steps of determining whether you should raise the hood (… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on November 22, 2010 at 7:00am — 2 Comments

Tips for Mastering Extrication Tactics Involving Wheel Assemblies

Your guide to the terms, equipment & benefits associated with using wheel assemblies to assist with extrication procedures

Story & Photos by Les Baker

Many responders rarely consider using the wheel assembly to assist with extrication procedures. In fact, most only work with wheels if their department’s protocols involve deflating tires during stabilization. Further, many of these… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on October 18, 2010 at 1:30am — 3 Comments

10 Tips for Conducting Tunneling Operations at Extrication Scenes

Story & Photos by Les Baker

Tunneling is a tactic that we’re rarely required to perform at extrication incidents. However, when it is the most practical plan, it’s usually the only tactic that will work, so rescuers need to have the expertise to get the job done.

Further, tunneling may become more common for responders in the future, with the increased number of sport utility vehicles and minivans on the road. It’s often a… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on October 5, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

Train with the Towers: Download the Tow Company Visit Worksheet to track your extrication training needs

Story & Photos by Les Baker

Tow Company Visit Worksheet-2.pdf

Welcome to In-Depth Extrication! This column will cover very specific extrication-related topics that allow for an “in-depth” analysis. Each month, I plan to completely deconstruct a topic, and then reconstruct it in a manner that’s… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on September 20, 2010 at 6:30am — 1 Comment

Yellow Flag Response

photo courtesy Dover International Speedway

Playing it safe in the world's most dangerous…

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Added by Lou Angeli on August 19, 2010 at 11:57pm — No Comments

PA Department Awarded for Valor in Challenging Extrication Call

The Lingohocken (Pa.) Fire Company was recently notified that they will be awarded the 2010 Unit Valor Award from the Firemen's Association of the State of Pennsylvania (FASP) for their actions during a complex and challenging extrication. The extrication was detailed in the October 2009 issue of FireRescue's Rescue Report column. Greg Jakubowksi, a long-time columnist and editorial board member for FireRescue, is… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on July 30, 2010 at 9:00pm — 1 Comment

Tractor-Trailer vs. Sedan Incident Offers Lessons Learned

By David Cone

Photos Courtesy Old Lyme Fire Department and Old Saybrook Fire Department

The view from the highway. The trailer is rolled onto its left side, and the cab is beyond the wooden sound barrier. An…

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Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on July 8, 2010 at 6:30am — 3 Comments

Popping Doors: Tips for removing doors during extrication incidents

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Popping Doors: Tips for removing doors during extrication incidents

By Homer Robertson

Extrication has made some huge strides since the introduction of the Jaws of Life to the fire service in the 1970s. The types of vehicles we encounter are constantly changing; in turn, we must keep up with the changes.

Most fire departments today perform a huge range of tasks,… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on June 2, 2010 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Tis the Season

From: www.TigerSchmittendorf.com

THIS IS A DRILL! This is not an actual event. Participants are student actors and real first responders. These photos were taken at the…

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Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on May 9, 2010 at 6:30pm — 6 Comments

Rio Hondo Regional Truck Academy - June 2010

Rio Hondo Regional Truck Academy

Class 4, June 7-12 & 14-18, 2010

Applications are currently being accepted

www.riohondotruckacademy.com

Added by RHTA on April 9, 2010 at 2:47pm — No Comments

Forsyth Firefighters Rescue Woman Trapped in Overturned Vehicle in Creek

By Tom Vines

Photos Courtesy Forsyth County News/Jim Dean

A March 2 response to a motor vehicle accident provided north Georgia firefighters with an unusual and challenging extrication situation.

At 1544 HRS, the first of a series of 911 calls to the Forsyth County 911 Center reported a vehicle down an embankment on State Highway 306, locally known as Keith Bridge Road, near Cumming,… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on April 8, 2010 at 6:30pm — No Comments