| Course Title: | Auto Extrication |
| Course Description: |
This State Fire Marshall FSTEP course provides students with hands-on experience in the procedures and systems utilized during an automobile extrication. Subjects covered include: Auto extrication size-up, types of incidents, safety precautions, ICS for auto extrication, types of hand and power tools, removing windows, opening doors, removing roofs, pulling steering wheels, moving foot pedals, raising dashboards, pulling seats, stabilization of vehicles, and simulated rescues of trapped victims. |
| Lead Instructor Name: | FC Jake Hess |
| Class Coordinator: | FC Jake Hess |
| Course Length: | 16 Hours |
| 2007 Course Dates: | Saturday & Sunday: 10/25/08-10/26/08 |
| Course Time: | 0900-1800 |
| Location: | Ben Lomond Training Center, 13575 Empire Grade Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95060 |
| Target Audience: | CAL FIRE/County Fire Personnel |
| Cost: | Free to CZU San Mateo-Santa Cruz County Fire Personnel, Volunteers, Reserves, and PCFs. |
| Pre-Requisites: | Volunteers must have completed Safety & Orientation & First Year Pre-Response Training. |
| Class Size: | Minimum 10 - Maximum 20 |
| Meals: | Lunch
will NOT be provided. Due to the remote location of the Training Center, it is recommended that you bring drinks, lunch, and snacks with you. |
| Attire: |
Full
Structure PPE is required.
(No Nomex) Approved eye protection is required. No shorts, tank tops, sandals, etc., will be allowed. |