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VEHICLE EXTRICATION TECHNIQUES
A Guide to Rescue Tool Handling and Extrication Techniques
Buses
SCENE MANAGEMENT:
Due to the fact that in most bus incidents there are a large number of patients, it
is important to clearly define roles in your rescue team along with clear working zones.
It may also be necessary to designate clear emergency vehicle staging areas in order to
facilitate rapid patient transport. In certain cases it may be necessary to divide rescue
teams into smaller teams working in different areas.
Rescuers working in different sectors.
EXTRICATION OPERATIONS:
Extrication operations on such a
bus accident normally consist of creating
space for both initial access and patient
removal. Once access is gained, you can
begin the disentanglement of occupants
from between the seats.
Self-contained rescue tools work well
in the confined spaces of a bus.
Strategic handling of the operations inside the bus should be focused on
maintaining a clear access and egress route for stretcher patients throughout the incident.
Developing clear commands between those inside operating tools and those outside
operating the pumps also ensures smooth operations. This problem can also be solved with
the use of self-contained rescue tools inside the bus.
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