Road Crash Rescue Flashcards
What are the primary agency’s at an RCR and their responsibilities
ACTF&R:
Primary rescue agency
Patient extrication
Fire fighting
Emergency Act 2004
AFP:
Overall scene management
Accident investigation
Coronial investigation
Crowd control
Traffic control
ACTAS:
All aspects of patient care
What are some support agencies at RCR and their responsibilities
Support organisation include ActewAGL, Telstra, Road maintenance and more. These organisations restore essential services affected by the event.
They provide support functions such as welfare, medical and health, transport, communications, engineering and more to all participants as part of the tactical response.
They command their own resources, provide reports to incident control, agency command or emergency coordinator and their parent organisations.
What are the two main types of car construction
Cab on chassis
Generally found in commercial application and some leisure vehicles. Has frame consisting of two beams and crossmembers which make the major structural component providing most of the strength.
Monocoque
Most common vehicle construction. Body components are welded together in place to form a shell providing strength to the car. Some sections are made stronger than others. Crumple zone in the front will absorb force to lessen impact. Floor sill is stronger to resist movement to protect passenger.
What are the main compartments of a vehicle
Passenger Compartment:
Is where people sit and where firefighter will generally need to gain access.
Engine Compartment:
Could be in the front, centre or rear and needs to be located to access the battery when ignition sources are being eliminated.
Luggage Compartment:
Usually located opposite to the engine compartment. Can sometimes provide additional access.
How can you determine a gas powered vehicle
Will have red diamond in centre of rego plate with letter LPG or CNG.
May have 2 external filler points.
Toggle switch on dash.
Spare tyre may be mouted elsewhere as the wheel well may be used for gas cylinder.
Compliance plate under bonnet.
What does SRS refer to and how can it be handle at RCR incidents
Supplementary restraint systems refers to air bags in various locations, seat belt pre tensioners, shock absorbing steering wheel, padded dash and more.
The main hazard for firefighters are airbags which can be managed by:
Identify SRS indicators.
Notify crews on scene that SRS is fitted.
Commence deactivation procedure, disconnect battery.
Fit the SECUNET device to the steering wheel.
(Peel and Peek) Remove any trims prior to extrication.
DO NOT cut airbag components.
Never assume an airbag is safe if it has deployed.
Prior to deactivation ensure 30/60/30 safety zone. Driver/Passenger/Sides.
What are the 8 Stages of rescue
PRIGEDRT
Preparation
Response
Incident management
Gaining access
Emergency care
Disentanglement
Removal and Transfer
Termination
RCR circles sizes and uses
Action circle - immediately around vehicle, 3m.
Must be kept clear at all times. Tools may be temporarily put down but must be returned to staging area once finished with. Un-tasked rescuers should remain at the tool staging area, awaiting tasking.
Inner circle assessment - 2 to 5m.
An accurate assessment of the incident. Should search under, above and around the vehicle to determine number of casualtys, types of injuries, types of entrapment’s, hazards involved, access and other potential problems.
Outer circle assessment - around 30m.
Is an assessment of the bigger picture of the incident. Search around 30m of the incident or bigger to find any hazards not easily seen up close, weather more vehicles are involved or people are missing. Information should be gained from witnessess, bystanders, friends or clues to accurately determine the number of people involved.
Describe the fend off position and why we use it
Fend off position is to park before the incident leaving room for ACTAS at an angle and slightly into the other lane.
This position should protect the incident scene and rescue crews.
Allows easy access to equipment.
Maximise use of onboard lighting.
Slow traffic with the added use on cones and bollards.
Allow water run off.
Remain visible. Think about bends and crests.
In the case of vehicle collision into fire appliance will direct the car away from the scene.
Potential hazards an RCR
Safety of the scene
Crowd control
Electrical
Traffic
Hazardous materials
Biological hazards
Leaking fuel
Stabilisation
4 methods of disentanglement
Disassembly :
involves removal of nuts, bolts and other fasteners that hold equipment together.
Distortion :
Movement of equipment, debris or other obstruction.
Displacement:
Complete removal of equipment or debris from vehicles or structures involved.
Severance :
Cutting of debris or equipment so it can be removed.
Hygiene precautions prior, during, after.
Prior:
Wash hands
Wear PPC/PPE
During:
Use nitrile gloves when touching casualty
Wear PPC/PPE
Wear a mask
Supply casualy with PPE
After:
Wash hands
Bag and tag clothing for cleaning or disposal.
What to record in your blue books
All crew are advised to make their own notes such as:
Incident number.
Date, time and location.
Weather conditions upon arrival to scene.
Position of and details of the vehicle.
Position of, names and injuries of persons involved.
Position of seat belts, ignition, lights, gear selection etc.
Comments made by occupants.
Don’t question them in relation to accident.
Actions taken at scene.
Other relevant or unusual information.
How can you contact peer support
Peer support officer is available 24/7 by phone.
Number can be found online.
Can be accessed by anyone to raise concern about anyone else.
Types of rescue equipment
Mechanical hydraulic equipment
Hand operated hydraulic equipment
Hand tools and associated equipment
Battery operated tools
Air tools
Car components
