This first video is very basic, it is a simple technique where we are faced with a casualty trapped under the vehicle's wheel.
All we are trying to demonstrate here with the two different methods, is the amount or lift required when using the sill as a lift point before the actual wheel itself starts to lift off the casualty. Lifting from the sill needed at least 6 inches of lift before the wheel started to move.
The second part demonstrates lifting directly of the wheel nut, this lifts the wheel immediately and releases the casualty in a very short time. This technique reduces the overall amount we have to lift the vehicle and minimizes the amount of stability required.
This is a simple evolution that i am sure we are all aware off, this video is just to demonstrate the difference in the amount of lift needed, by the two types, in order to lift the wheel.
Remember full stability will be required as per normal procedures (SOPs)
Similarly to HGV rescue you could always secure the wheel to the vehicle and then lift from the sill to prevent movement, but this would be time consuming.
A Different technique for attaching the StaBfast Hook.
On many occasions there has been some differing opinions as to whether or not we can cut through Boron Steel with a Reciprocating saw / Sawzall.
On some very thin pieces with the right blade and the use of a few blades, this may at times be deemed possible, but having carried out some tests with various different makes of blades on a Mercedes 2009 C-post, this seemed not to be the case, as you will see the blades had no effect what so ever on the hardened materials. I will let the video speak for itself. We also welcome any feedback on situations similar to this that you have been involved with. The Blade that we found had the smoothest cutting action was a 10-14variable toothed blade.
A simple technique called the Vertical Crush / spread, used for creating purchase points to assist with door removal, and also where there has been a side impact it can be used to push the door outwards away from the casualty. This techniques effectiveness is measured by the spreading capability of the tool. In some cases the tool can actually push the door down and out and pop it free from the lock.
A very quick video looking at basic safe tool techniques that we should think about when using hydraulics.
This Video was a request from overseas to look at carrying out a side removal using the rip method and the cut method
A video to have a quick look at the benefits and ease of carrying out a Dash Lift.
There are many different ways to open an accident jammed door, one solution is to expose the inner door mechanism and operate the inner Rod that connects to the handle and lock mechanism.
One way is to drill a core hole to expose this rod with enough room to insert your finger or pliers etc and pull the rod, which in most cases will allow the door to open, alternatively a ZIP gun or Nibbler can be used.
A look at what can be achieved without the use of hydraulics, just the use of a torque wrench and a reciprocating saw.
Its a 3 part video showing some basic techniques, there are a few areas that could have been done differently and may not have been needed, however I made this video just to highlight some different techniques and bits to think about, you never know they may come in useful in the future.
I was on my own making this video so please excuse any errors or lack of PPE in some areas, no excuse I know, time was running out and it was hard work. I hope you find it of some use, please as always send in any feedback you have. Thank you.
A look at some of the alternative techniques that we have looked at in previous articles