Rescue Extrication Delivery Specialists 
The Team offers classes from basic vehicle extrication to heavy truck & bus extrication, to advanced vehicle lifting and stabilization. Extrication is a challenging and ever changing discipline. With new car technologies, and stronger metals, we have to stay on top of the best ways to extricate our patients. Departments providing vehicle extrication should have an initial 40 to 60 hours of training and then train at least 32hrs a year in extrication.
NC VMR Equipment and VMR Extrication Technician Modules
We teach these two classes as part of the North Carolina Rescue Technician program covering basic vehicle extrication. They are conducted through the Community Colleges.
Basic vehicle extrication covers the ABC's of vehicle extrication, car anatomy and new technologies, as well as basic tools for extrication. The class also covers basic techniques for extrication and basic stabilization. Students will be involved in hands on applications.
Advanced extrication looks at power tools, air tools, and hydraulic tools, and there application in vehicle extrication. A multitude of techniques for victim removal and vehicle stabilization will be taught. The students will spend a lot of time doing practical work and evolutions. There is a written exam at the completion of the course.
This class allows the student to apply their extrication skills and knowledge in scenario based practical exercises. The class also teaches advanced stabilization and lifting techniques. Students should be prepared to work hard and get dirty.
Heavy truck extrication covers the challenges rescuers face in dealing with large trucks on the highways. The student will learn about truck classifications, anatomy, and design. Students will practice with stabilizing and lifting large trucks and cutting and gaining entry. This class will challenge the most seasoned rescuer.
(Practical work will depend on the availability of vehicles)
ABus extrication teaches the students about the difference in bus construction and design and trains the student in lifting, stabilizing, and entry techniques. Again, this is a hands- on driven class that keeps the student busy.
(Class is dependent on the availability of buses)
Extrication is demanding as well as challenging. Rescuers should train and practice on a regular basis. This not only reduces your liability, increases the safety of your rescuers, it ultimately benefits the patients, which is truly our goal.
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Serving the Citizens of North Carolina - Rescue Extrication Delivery Specialists; - P.O. Box 483, Garner, NC 27529 - (919) 772-0483
