Use of Hand Tools in Auto Extrication

Auto Extrication - Hand Tools Course: Auto Extrication - Hand Tools Session Reference: 1 Topic: Use of Hand Tools in Auto Extrication Time Required: 3 hours Materials:    • 1 vehicle per 6 students (entry through body...


  2. Cut “A” posts, then “B” posts

  3. Cut roof in front of “C” posts through roof rail

  4. Lay bar (pike pole or back board on its edge) between “C” post cuts

  5. Flap roof

C. Vehicle on Wheels - Roof Removal

  1. Stabilize vehicle

  2. Cut shoulder belts

  3. Cut “A’ posts, then “B” posts, then “C” posts

  4. Lift high and remove from vehicle

D. Dash roll-up maneuver

  1. Make relief cuts 5 to 6" above intersection of the “A” post rocker paner, and 8 to 10" back on

      horizontal rocker panel

  2. Insert/attach hi-lift jacks on both sides and push upwards with the base on the door jams and the

      head on the “A” post near windshield area

  3. Wedge/block relief cuts as necessary

 

SUMMARY:

Review:

Review of Extrication Techniques Using Hand Tools

   • Gaining Access Through Windows

   • Gaining Access Through Doors

   • Gaining Access Through the Body of a Vehicle