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Moving the Patient Vehicle During Extrications

Rescuers are usually taught to minimize movement of the patient vehicle during extrications. But there are some situations that require safely moving the vehicle before the patient is extricated. Les Baker reviews those circumstances and some safety tips.
(Saturday, October 1, 2011) read
Tags: cribbing, Egress, entrapment, extrication, shoring, Training
Extrication
Big-Rig Extrication Tips & Tactics

Accidents involving big rigs are daunting incidents for first responders. There are a host of unique extrication factors to consider, including those related to stabilization, load types, vehicle construction and other hazards. Todd Meyer offers tips for big rig extrications.
(Sunday, May 1, 2011) read
Tags: big rigs, big-rig rescue, cribbing, extrication, semi-trucks, semis, shoring, Stabilization, trailed failings, trailed loads, Truck Co Operations
Extrication
Tips for Effective Vehicle Stabilization

(Friday, April 1, 2011) read
Tags: chocks, cribbing, extrication, extrication training, quick drills, shoring, stabilizing, struts, vehicle stabilization, Training

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