The Extrication Process

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The Extrication Process
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Techniques and Tools

• Varies depending upon
• Type of extrication needed
• Type of vehicle involved
• Type of material involved
• Time constraints
• Availability of tools and personnel

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Vehicle Construction
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Changing?

• Vehicle technology is always changing
• Material
• Safety accessories
• Glass
• Fuel
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Auto composition by material
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Uni-body(Unit-body)

• Most common type
• Truss principle
• Constant tension or compression
• Designed to bend and fold upon impact
• Absorbs impact energy
• Cutting posts may make car more flexible and
  settle on the patient
• Must be properly cribbed during extrication

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Full Frame

• Steel rails support the body, drive train, floor
• Station wagons
• Full sized cars
• Trucks

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Space Frame

• Newest type of construction
• Bird cage with panels attached
• Panels usually plastic

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