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6 Cards in this Set
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If rescuing a casualty what should a FF be doing whilst Ladder is being pitched? |
Reassure and give instruction not to Mount ladder until ff with them at head |
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So long as it does not endanger the FF what should be done when assisting casualty on to ladder? |
Hand used to guide and provide physical support - may be necessary to steer feet and hands into correct position |
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Where should FF place themselves below casualty? |
One or two rounds below |
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What position should be adopted to prevent them falling should they slip? |
Arms around casualty’s waist and grasp rounds - strings if this is not possible |
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Coach the casualty and move ... |
Same side in conjunction with them giving constant reassurance and advising about pawls |
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On arrival considerations |
Take charge of situation Maintain contact - talking an explaining If not in danger consider keeping in position until fire under control |
