(2) DB 20-07 & TB 177 Child Safety Restraint System

Question 1

Each LAFD RA has what three Pediatric Safety Restraint Systems?

Answer 1

-Ferno NeoMate for infant 7-14 lbs

-Ferno Pedi-Mate for children 14-40 lbs

-Hi-BAC for children at least 1 YO, 20-50 lbs and 28-47 inches tall

Question 2

Which of the pediatric safety restraint devices must be attached to the RA ambulance gurney?

Answer 2

-Ferno NeoMate

-Ferno Pedi-Mate

Question 3

What is the Hi-BAC Safety Seat criteria for use?

Answer 3

-Child over 1 years old
-20 to 50 lbs
-28-47 inches tall
-child capable of sitting upright alone
-not physically ill or injured

Question 4

In the event of any injury to a child while using the child safety restraint system or any failure by the system (either equipment or member/operator) an _________ shall be requested immediately.

Answer 4

-EMS Battalion Captain

(The EMS Captain shall conduct an investigation into the incident, complete a significant incident report, make the proper notifications, and remove the child safety restraint system from service and issue a replacement.)

Question 5

The Hi-BAC is integrated into the “captain’s” chair in pt compartment and must be facing ________ and not swiveled to either side.

Answer 5

back towards patient compartment

Question 6

If any combination of the child safety system is in use at the time of a vehicular accident it should be:

Answer 6

-removed from service and inspected

-replace through the Supply and Maintenance Division if deemed unsafe for continuous use.

Question 7

Which of the child restraint devices should be used for spinal immobilization?

Answer 7

None

Question 8

Positioning for NeoMate and Pedi-Mate on Gurney:

Raise the cot bracket and lock into place at an angle between _____ to _____ degrees.

Answer 8

15 to 45 degrees

(This will keep the patient’s shoulders higher than the pelvis and maintain proper
center of gravity.)

Question 9

All 3 child safety restraint systems utilize a ____ point harness.

Answer 9

5 point harness

Question 10

Which of the child restraint systems SHALL NOT be cleaned using disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolic or iodine?

Answer 10

NeoMate

(These products will can cause damage)

Question 11

Which child restraint system is inspected monthly?

Answer 11

NeoMate

(Manufacturer also recommends that operators perform a visual inspection each time the NeoMate is used.)