7-03

Question 1

When arriving at the scene of a vehicle lock-out, personnel shall? (list4)

Answer 1

1-Obtain the name of the owner/driver
2-Obtain the vehicle licence number
3-Obtain a brief description of the vehicle
4-Ensure that the driver is aware that the driver will pay for any cost incurred

Question 2

If life safety necessitates immediate access to the inside of a vehicle what is the procedure to be used?

Answer 2

the quickest and safest method will be employed (i.e. breaking the side window furthest from a patient)

Question 3

If immediate access is not required, the driver shall be informed of their non-emergency options to gain entry. Those options may include but are not limited to (list 5)

Answer 3

• Requesting a tow truck
• Summon a locksmith
• Contact a dealership for that model
• Manufacturer’s road side assistance
• C.A.A. membership required

Question 4

Can slim-jims be used?

Answer 4

Under no circumstances are personnel to use “slim-jims” or similar type tools to open a vehicle door

Question 5

If there is doubt whether the patients safety is at risk what should be done?

Answer 5

If there is any doubt whether the patients safety is at risk it shall be assumed that an emergency exists until proven otherwise.