Posts Tagged: Extrication
2013 Kia Rio Body Structure
The 2013 Kia Rio has six airbags and a rigid, reinforced body structure for crash protection. In addition, there is an advanced, impact-sensing door lock system that automatically unlocks the doors following a collision. So make sure you try before you pry!
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HexArmor 4011 Gloves – Product Review
Overall, these gloves provide great dexterity and impact protection at a firefighter friendly price.
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Cutting With Torches
In this pit the students had the opportunity to use a Petrogen torch and a slice pack. The Fire Cam videos were taken by Austrian FF Bernd Altinger as he used both torches.
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School Bus Extrication – Multiple Techniques
If you have never cut on a school bus, you get to ride along with Austrian FF Bernd Altinger in the videos.
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Tunneling In On the Under-Ride
Columbus FF JD Vasbinder talks the crew through the steps of gaining access to a pinned driver in the video below. The teaching points are in the video, so be sure to watch with your crew to learn new or review already known techniques.
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FDIC 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb: Joseph Agnello
I must apologize for the delay in posting this story from FDIC. Several reasons for the delay.
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BGSU State Fire School – Heavy Rescue Day 1
Day 1 in the classroom for the Heavy Rescue class at the 2013 BGSU State Fire School has come and gone. Part of the crew was at the HOT training group prepping the pits for the rest of the week.
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Time To Get Back To Training, Burning, Breaking, & Cutting…
If anybody has the brass axes to criticize from a computer screen this year, then here is my proposal for next year: I'll climb next to you next year at FDIC with structural gear plus an airpack and make the donation for your entry fee.
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Winching Guides: Heavy Rescue Germany
Here's a great winching guide from our friends over at Heavy Rescue Germany! If you don't follow their Facebook page, you need too! Below is the English version, there is also a German version available.
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Coast Knife Review
I had one of our firefighters use the Coast Knife DX330 during some extrication training. My own use of the knife was excellent in functionality. It was sharp, felt good in my hand and was durable. The only negative I would say is that the locking mechan…
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FDIC Itinerary: Brotherhood, Climbing, Giveaways, and of course Beer!
It's hard to believe that FDIC 2013 starts next week! We've worked up a tentative itinerary.
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First Look: Discovery Tasker S Helmet Light / Headlamp
The folks at FoxFury sent a Discovery Tasker S Helmet Light to review and put it through the paces.
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2013 Lexus LX Body Structure
Here's a quick look at the 2013 Lexus LX body structure and airbags.
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2013 Lexus LS Body Structure and Airbags
Here's a quick look at the 2013 Lexus LS body structure and airbags. Make sure you check the unique airbag inflator in the rear seat!
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2013 Infiniti Q50 Body Structure
Nissan has announced its plan to expand the use of Advanced High Tensile Strength Steel (AHSS)
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2013 Ford Fiesta Body Structure
It is no secret that the Ford Fiesta has a bunch of UHSS and born steels in the body structure.
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Quick Tips: Weber Rescue Tips and Tricks
Below are two quick tips from our friends from Weber rescue Systems.
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2013 Porsche Cayenne Body Structure
Take a quick look at the 2013 Porsche Cayenne Body Structure. Notice what appears to be a box where the driver's seat would be installed?
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First Look: GlasMaster Rescue Extrication Tool by Wehr Engineering
A tool that has stood the test of time, the GlasMaster Rescue Extrication Tool by Wehr Engineering.
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Schmitz Mittz Rescue & Extrication Glove Review
Lt. Frazier from Tactical Advantage Training LLC & First Due Questions
covers the Rescue and Extrication Glove from SchmitzMittz. In the video
the specs are covered and a impact, heat and cut test are done. Check
out SchmitzMittz.com and check us …
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2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Body Structure
Quick look at the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Body Structure. The Grand Cherokee has an extensive use of high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel in the body structure.
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Battery Disconnection with Moditech’s Crash Recovery System
In yesterday's webcast, Hidden Hazards inside a Vehicle I discussed how useful Moditech's Crash Recovery System (CRS for short) on the scene of an extrication.
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2013 Toyota/Scion FR-S 86 Body Structure
Here a quick look at the 2013 Toyota 86 Body Structure. The 86 is sold under three different brands
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Police Involved Wreck…..
You are riding on your assigned rig today enroute to an MVC on the expressway, you are quickly diverted to a semi vs PD vehicle. Reports state that one officer is heavily trapped and semi-responsive. What are your actions? Need some detail (lifting point…
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2013 Audi A8 Body Structure
The 2013 Audi A8 Body Structure ultra-lightweight construction:
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