Rescue 42

Question 1

7 safety

Answer 1

• Always Use Proper PPE and Eye Protection
• Never side load struts
• Do not exceed Working Load Limits
• Struts should not be used for lifting
• Do not overextend struts past the orange indicator stripes
• Fully insert and lock pins before use
• Use a long tool to release straps if in a dangerous location

Question 2

8 maintenance

Answer 2

• Wash struts, straps and accessories with soap and water only (No Solvents)
• Dry all components before storing to prevent rust and mildew
• Inspect struts for nicks, cracks and cuts that penetrate the fiber
• Straps should be inspected for rips and excessive fraying
• Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight with straps
• Strut sections can be lubricated with a light spray of WD-40
• Strut bases can be repainted if needed
  *rust should be removed from bare metal with 00steel wool

Question 3

7 uses

Answer 3

• Struts are used in combination with ratchet straps and other accessories to stabilize
  vehicles on their side, top, over embankments or stacked on other vehicles or
  objects
• Place and set struts so the strut ends up with a 45 to 70 degree angle when
  tensioned
• Priority should be given to stabilizing the side of the vehicle that is most likely to roll
  first
• Struts should be placed near the heaviest part of the vehicle
• When extrication is needed place struts so they will be outside of the work area
• Can be used in place of wood cribbing
• Never place pins on the ground after removing them from the struts

Question 4

8 pieces of tool

Answer 4

• 4 - Kevlar Composite Telescoping Struts
  (2 long, 2 short)
  o 4000- 18000 lb limit based on extension
  and number of pins
  o Steel Base Plate with steel pin
  o 2 - Yellow Kevlar Composite pins
  o Red Steel Combi Head (Chain slot &
  Piercing point)
• 4 – 2” x 27’ Red Ratchet Straps (3335 lb
  Working Load Limit)
• 2 – 3”x 30’ Yellow Ratchet Straps (5400 lb
  Working Load Limit)
• Hook Clusters
  o 8” wrecker’s hook
  o 3/8” chain grab hook
  o “T” hook for inserting into tie down slots in car chassis
• Cinch Rings
• Screw Jack Head
• 20’ Grade 70 Chain
• Working Load Limit(s) for all components are printed on the struts including a load
  chart for the struts based on extension lengt