This course deals with the basic construction of cars, vans and pick-up trucks and how to safely take them apart using hand tools and some small power tools – not hydraulics. Airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners, hardened steels and other aspects of modern vehicles are discussed along with a basic discussion of hybrid vehicles. Field work will consist of proper stabilization, window, door and roof removal techniques, and seat, steering wheel and dash displacements. The majority of vehicles will be on their wheels for this class. This is a full weekend 2-day course, both Saturday and Sunday. Full turnout gear, NO SCBA, is required.

This 1 day course allows students to be instructed on methods they can use to disentangle victims from a variety of situations. Basic techniques for removing rings are addressed. Evolutions progress in complexity to include auger entrapments, impalements (fencing/inside vehicles), persons trapped under vehicles, torch operations, as well as other “tips & tricks” learned from real-world experiences. The Classroom and Practical Skills portion of the program focus on finding the least complicated method of performing such rescues rather than "overthinking" the given situation.

PPE: Bunker Gear and Eye Protection

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