Post by Shorttime on Aug 17, 2013 4:42:07 GMT -8
There are lots of things that can go wrong in a car crash, besides the fact that your car crashed in the first place!
So what are some of the things you would need or want to get yourself out of a vehicle?
Also, what other gear would you want if you were first on the scene to a wreck?
It's important to say that I've talked to EMTs and fire fighters, and their advice is to remain in the vehicle, if possible.
It's even more important to say that you should not take a person out of a wrecked vehicle unless they are in more danger by staying there. Even a conscious person may not be aware of injuries in the immediate aftermath of a crash, and without training, you can easily cause more harm!
Finally, are there courses or resources to help a civilian assess the condition of an accident victim, so that you can tell if it is safe to move them?
So what are some of the things you would need or want to get yourself out of a vehicle?
Also, what other gear would you want if you were first on the scene to a wreck?
It's important to say that I've talked to EMTs and fire fighters, and their advice is to remain in the vehicle, if possible.
It's even more important to say that you should not take a person out of a wrecked vehicle unless they are in more danger by staying there. Even a conscious person may not be aware of injuries in the immediate aftermath of a crash, and without training, you can easily cause more harm!
Finally, are there courses or resources to help a civilian assess the condition of an accident victim, so that you can tell if it is safe to move them?
