Following on from the first part of this feature we will now explore the different types of levers and discuss how they can be used to best effect by rescuers. Types of levers In a traffic accident, depending on how…
Emergency lifting with levers – Part 1
In many emergency situations firefighters will need to lift large weights to perform the rescue of injured people. The manoeuvres we use must be done safely, quickly and efficiently since the time we have to release the injured is limited. …