Controlling Agency
Who is the controlling agency once the patients extricated in road crash recue
Victoria Police
Name the three systems approach steps
Approach and Parking
Inner and Outer circle assessment
Release and Remove patient
How many qualified rescue operator are required to respond the rescue truck
At least two qualified rescue operators are required to respond the rescue truck
What does the term time critical mean ?
The term is used is used by ambulance paramedics and rescue operators to indicate the patients condition is deteriorating rapidly and requires rapid extrication.
Name three tools commonly used to remove doors
Socket set
Spreaders
Battery Operated tools
Shears/Cutters
Under the SEMP which agency can be nominated to control the extrication of a patient at a road crash rescue . CFA ,VICSES,FRV or All of them
All of them
Name three steps that could be taken for Approach and Parking
Don't drive through skid marks or debris
Don't park on skid marks or debris
Consider parking in a fend off position
Name three items that must be carried on a primary road crash rescue vehicle
Hand Tools
Hand Operated or Motorised Hydraulics
First Aid Equipment
Lighting Equipment
Other Powered Equipment
Name three types of vehicle collisions
Frontal impact , Rear impact ,Side impact ,Roll over ,Vehicle under-ride
Name two pieces of equipment used to stabilise a vehicle
Blocks, Chocks, Wedges, Ropes, Cables, Jacks, Winches, Stabfast, Paratech stabilisation bars
Do tabards identify who has a control ,co-ordination or command role at a road crash rescue scene
True
Name three steps for Inner and Outer circle assessment
Do not move debris unless unavoidable
Take note of patients position if external to the vehicle
Do not drag equipment through debris
Using a reciprocating near a patient and the blade breaks. What must you do ?
Move away from patient
Remove battery from machine
Why is it important to peel back interior lining and inspect before cutting ? Give two answers
To check the location of hazards that may impact the patient , the rescue operator or damage tools. Also locate airbag cylinders , seat belt pretensioners or high strength components
Give three examples of light weight vehicles
Passenger car , Utility , Station wagon , 4-wheel drive , Commercial van , People-mover passenger van
If a patient is not wearing a seatbelt which controlling agency should you pass the information to
Police via the Rescue Commander
Release and Remove Patient
Take note of patient position
Take note of seatbelt status (On or Off )
Do not remove deceased person until Police approval is obtained
What PPE is required by rescue operators ? Name at least five .
Overalls ,Eye protection ,Helmet ,Rescue gloves ,Safety boots , Surgical gloves , P2 mask , Safety glasses , Hearing protection . Knee pads , Wet weather gear .
When lighting up a road crash rescue scene what must you consider ?
Position light High to avoid glare
Ensure patient do not suffer discomfort due to direct high intensity lighting
Never move rescue vehicle with mast raised
Light should be arranged to avoid shining into oncoming traffic
Name three common safety components found in motor vehicles
Front air bags , Side air bags , Seatbelt pretensioners , Roll over protection , Side intrusion bars , Collapsible steering columns
Can a road crash rescue scene be considered a crime and who would have control if so
Yes and Police would be the controlling agency
When should you carry out a Dynamic Risk Assessment
Regularly though out the rescue
What road restrictions do I have to follow during a code one drive ?
Slow down to the designated road speed during road works , pedestrian crossings and school zones .
Name two basic precautions that should be taken when responding to a known LPG incident
Turn off main valve
Vent Vehicle
Keep out of vapour cloud
Isolate ignition sources
Available protection line or extinguisher
If you attend a rescue which involves a semi-trailer and it needs to be separated from the Prime mover what could you do
Ask the driver if available ,Disconnect the air lines , Disconnect the electrical connections , Lower the dolly wheels , Release the turntable