VEHICLE EXTRICATION TECHNIQUES A Guide to Rescue Tool Handling and Extrication Techniques
Dashboard lift The spreader tips are placed in the insertion gap and lifting can begin.
Operating simultaneously with the ram, if it is in place, lift the dash slowly, continuously assessing the points of contact between the spreader tips and the vehicle.
If at any time the lifting operation is stopped pay careful attention to the orientation of the control handle when you begin again. Do not accidentally begin to lower the spreader or ram.
A lot of space is now created that will aid in extrication of the patient. The spreader should not be lowered until the patient is totally free of the vehicle.
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