Extrication Awareness Flashcards
1
Q
What is minimum PPE for extrication?
A
Hard hat
Protective eye wear
Gloves
Safety shoes or boots
2
Q
What is greatest hazard associated with EMS highway operations?
A
Traffic flow
3
Q
What kind of lighting is preferred?
A
Flood lighting
Flashing lights can make the scene more dangerous.
4
Q
Vehicle should have what kind of reflective material?
A
Retroreflective
5
Q
What are the elements of the first step in the stabilizing process?
A
Place vehicle in park or put in gear Set parking break Roll Down windows and slide electric seats back Turn off Ignition Disconnect batter, negative pole first.
