MVA’s REQUIRING EXTRICATION

Purpose: To maintain a standard of safety and performance at motor vehicle accidents which require victim removal.

Scope: The following guideline is to be followed for all MVA’s requiring extrication unless otherwise directed by the on-scene IC.

Procedure: A safe work zone shall be established and maintained for the duration of the incident and only firefighters directly involved with the evolution should enter this zone.

All personnel shall be in full protective clothing.

If possible, stop all fuel leaks

Have a 1-¾ inch handline with an automatic nozzle deployed and manned by 2 firefighters with SCBA. Foam will be used for incidents involving a gasoline spill/leak.

At the IC discretion, gasoline spills will be covered with a blanket of foam, which will be maintained for the duration of the incident.

On multiple vehicle extrications additional handlines may be necessary.

The vehicle battery cables must be removed as soon as practical.

Gasoline powered hydraulic pumps shall be made ready and all extrication tools connected to the distribution block.

Each vehicle shall be stabilized prior to the extrication beginning and its status checked periodically throughout the operation.

If commercial vehicles are involved, check the placard and take necessary precautions.

If appropriate, the IC should designate 1 officer to be in operational control of the extrication evolution.

IC shall have back-up extrication equipment ready and available in case of equipment failure during the extrication process.

IC shall coordinate with EMS personnel regarding patient care.

IC shall coordinate with PD and Fire Police concerning traffic control.

Date:08-06

Proponent: RHFD Staff

Replaces: New