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The Changing Role of the Rescuer
I joined the fire and rescue service nearly a quarter of a century ago and since that time the industry has changed beyond all recognition. The only thing I identify with now is the history and...
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Reducing the burden of heavy rescue operations
The extrication of seriously trapped patients from a vehicle following a collision is a difficult and challenging job for even the most experienced rescue teams. Even though the last 25 years have seen...
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Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working...
The above quote is attributed to Henry Ford, who as most readers will know, became quite successful in the motor industry during the 20th century. He knew a thing or two about bringing people together...
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Extrication planning – Part 1
Vehicle extrication is an extremely complex discipline which requires a high level of skill, knowledge and understanding in order to ensure a safe and successful outcome. Whilst it is heavily reliant...
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Extrication Planning – Part 2
In the previous article we looked at the initial stages of extrication planning and focused on the gathering of information, establishing our priorities, contriving the plan based on the initial and...
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Airbag deployment during extrication
I have made a point of asking the question: ‘What is the most likely thing to cause us harm at the scene of any road traffic collision?’ and I would estimate that well over 90% of the time the answer...
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Airbag deployment during extrication
I have made a point of asking the question: ‘What is the most likely thing to cause us harm at the scene of any road traffic collision?’ and I would estimate that well over 90% of the time the answer...
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