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University of Extrication: Opening a Vehicle Floorboard for Patient Rescue

Topic: Patient access through a floorboard Objective: Create a floorboard opening in a crash-scene vehicle Task: The rescue team shall utilize available tools and techniques to create a floorboard ...
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University of Extrication: Extrication Training on Side- and Roof-Resting Passenger Vehicles

Topic: Technician-level hands-on skills checklist Objective: Complete technician-level hands-on skills Task: The rescue team shall complete all skills that are on the technician-level checklists As I ...
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AMKUS Rescue Systems Acquire 911 Tools

VALPARAISO, IN — AMKUS Rescue Systems, an industry leader in providing cutting edge hydraulic extrication equipment and rescue systems to emergency responders worldwide, announces its intent to ...
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Merkel VFD receives grant, will soon have new rescue and repair equipment

The Merkel Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) received a grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) to purchase some new equipment. RELATED | Merkel VFD boosts rescue capabilities with new ...