While your knowledge and experience are as important as any of the vehicle extrication tools in your kit, there are some physical devices that you should always have with you. These items will help you work more efficiently and effectively, and also increase safety for vehicle occupants and your team. Extrication Essentials It’s been said…
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Important Information on Cribbing Regulation Changes for Vehicle Stabilization and other Operations
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the organization that sets standards for the cribbing process for rescue professionals in the United States. Their primary focus is on rescuing individuals from collapsed buildings, but their Field Operations Guide (known in our line of work as the FOG) does have a section on Lifting & Rigging,…
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