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444407.0507.0507.0507.05DDDD –––– Vetter Bag Vetter Bag Vetter Bag Vetter Bag OperationsOperationsOperationsOperations
Anne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire Chief
Beaumont Fire-Rescue Services
Discipline:Discipline:Discipline:Discipline: Vehicle ExtricationVehicle ExtricationVehicle ExtricationVehicle Extrication
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I. I. I. I. ObjectiveObjectiveObjectiveObjective
The firefighter shall demonstrate how to properly utilize the Vetter Bag System as part of a
team given stabilization and extrication tools, so that the vehicle is stabilized, the victim is
disentangled without further injury, and the hazards are managed.
II. II. II. II. Instructions Instructions Instructions Instructions –––– Procedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the Objective
You and designated team members, given a vehicle and appropriate rescue tools, will
demonstrate the following evolutions which may be required to extricate an entrapped victim of a
motor vehicle accident:
• Demonstrate the proper lifting procedures utilizing the Vetter Bag System.
You will begin on my instruction to start. The skill will end when you state to me you have
completed all of the identified steps. Do you understand these instructions?
III. III. III. III. Examiner’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s Note
The firefighter shall accomplish the skill wearing “FULL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FOR
STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTERS” as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to
include: helmet, gloves, coat, trousers, and boots. The firefighter is not required to wear an SCBA
or hood.
The firefighter will not be allowed to review the performance steps at the time of testing.
IV. IV. IV. IV. Preparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & Equipment
A. Cribbing and shoring materials
B. Vetter Bag System
C. High Pressure SCBA Bottle
D. Vehicle for extraction evolution
V. V. V. V. Reference SourcesReference SourcesReference SourcesReference Sources
A. NFPA 1001 6.4.1, Section 102.
B. IFSTA, Essential of Fire Fighting, 4th edition, pages 188 through 206.
C. IFSTA, Principles of Vehicle Extrication, second edition.
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407.05D – Vetter Bag Operations
Discipline: Vehicle Extrication
Name:
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Evaluator:
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If the Responder: (No partial points given)
a) Selects appropriate tool(s) ................................................................................... 2.0 _____
b) Ensures all equipment is present and in good working order…………………… 2.0 _____
c) Prepares vehicle component for Vetter Bag Operations ...................................... 2.0 _____
d) Utilizes appropriate tool(s) safely and effectively………………………………. P/F_____
e) Provides protection to the victim during rescue operation……………………… P/F_____
f) Performs Vetter Bag operational check………………………………………... 2.0 _____
g) Prepares base and area around scene for lifting procedures…………………….. 2.0 _____
h) Determines amount of weight and height needed to be displaced……………… 2.0 _____
i) Selects proper Vetter Bag(s) for scene displacement…………………………… 2.0 _____
j) Safely positions Vetter Bags on base…………………………………………… 2.0 _____
k) Ensures Vetter Bag(s) are centered on lift support……………………………… 2.0 _____
l) Ensures cribbing material on hand before operations………………………….. 2.0 _____
m) Slowly inflates Vetter Bags …………………………………………………….. 2.0 _____
n) Stabilizes operation with cribbing material………………………………….…. P/F _____
o) Lifts Vetter Bag System height needed to preform operation…………………... 2.0 _____
p) Ensures tools and equipment thoroughly inspected after operation…………….. 2.0 _____
q) Stows tools and equipment properly on apparatus……………………….……... 2.0 _____
Points
Possible
Passing
Score
Attempt
Performance Rating
(Points)
PASS
FAIL
30
26
First
Second