5.4.1A - extricate a victim from a motor vehicle Flashcards
Discuss possible hazards at a vehicle extrication
Electric vehicles
Airbags
Flammable/combustible liquids
Broken glass or sharp metal
Down powerlines
What are some stabilization techniques?
Wheel - chocked or deflated
Cribbing
Tieback
What tools do you need for an extrication as an engine company?
Extrication bag - sawzall, extra blades/battery, patient (blanket, ear pro, eye pro), window punch, irons
Charged hoseline if flammable liquids present
What are the different types of car orientation and extrication techniques?
All 4s - roof removal
On Roof - sidewall removal
On Side- roof flap
What is the best way to remove the steering wheel?
After the dash lift, use hydraulic shears to cut steering wheel
When cutting posts which post do you start with?
Furthest post from patient (C or D post)
How do you do a dash lift?
Remove roof, remove doors, place O’Connell plate against B post, place step chocks under the post, cut relief cuts along A post, use hydraulic ram to displace dash