Struts can take up a large amount of compartment space on a truck. For that reason, some struts are stored in trucks not assembled and unready to deploy. While the struts can be assembled quickly and efficiently, many rescuers don’t get enough hands on training with their struts to develop a muscle memory of how the struts go together. Add the fact that struts could sit on the truck for an extended period of time without being used. That is the main reason behind this drill to take them out and train.
- Pull the entire struts assembly out of the truck, include the struts, base, extensions, tips, and straps.
- Have each member assemble and disassemble the struts several times.
- Go over the ratchet straps and any cluster hook assemblies that you have
- Know where to place the struts on the vehicle
- Go over how the struts work. Creating a larger base of the vehicle and the strength of an A-frame.
Heavy Stabilization & Lift Class
This weekend, Toranze Lee and Premier Extrication held their Heavy Stabilization and Lifting class taught. The class focused on advanced techniques using the Paratech equipment, eDraulic tools, grip hoists, vehicle stabilization methods, airbags for lifting, power tools, and the use of heavy wreckers for extrication.
Some of the departments that attended:
Training
Car into an apartment building
In Mississauga, Canada, a vehicle crashed into a large residential building and the damage could have impacted up to 4 stories. Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services stated the vehicle hit the window on the building’s second floor. The driver was extricated and transported to the hospital.
Car into an apartment building
In Mississauga, Canada, a vehicle crashed into a large residential building and the damage could have impacted up to 4 stories. Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services stated the vehicle hit the window on the building’s second floor. The driver was extricated and transported to the hospital.
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Houston Fire Department’s Trailer 11
Check out Houston Fire Department’s new Trailer 11 purchased from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. It’s packed for of Paratech equipment with room for more!
Houston Fire Department’s Trailer 11
Check out Houston Fire Department’s new Trailer 11 purchased from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. Check out the pictures below and make sure you follow the social media pages from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists.
Overall Pictures
Compartments Pictures
Rear Pictures
