March 26, 2009

Firefighters train in auto extrication

       As part of their daily shift routine, White River Township firefighters train for a variety of different scenarios covering everything from a medical emergency to a high-rise fire with entrapment.  This week, firefighters are working on automobile extrication techniques at the Hick's Wrecker lot on Bluff Road in Indianapolis.  Firefighters are given different situations involving trapped victims inside a vehicle and then utilize the various equipment available to them.  During the process, firefighters are taught the latest in techniques, equipment, and new vehicle technologies that may pose problems during such an event.  In White River Township, firefighters train as a group each week on a different discipline, such as emergency medical services, firefighting, or special operations.  Outside of these department-wide weekly trainings, firefighters train at the individual crew level on a daily basis as well. 
 

           
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