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Extrication training night at Station 79

 

The hydraulic rescue tools are ready to go in staging.
The hydraulic rescue tools are ready to go in staging.

Members of the fire company spent drill night working with the hydraulic rescue tools on two donated vehicles. Former chief Doug Tilley instructed the members on the use of hydraulic tools for extricating trapped victims of vehicle crashes. This training is invaluable as it keeps the firefighters ready to perform in an actual emergency.

The drill is discussed by instructor and past chief Doug Tilley.
The drill is discussed by instructor and past chief Doug Tilley.
Lt. 19 Grant Castor works with a team on a roof cut.
Lt. 19 Grant Castor works with a team on a roof cut.
Doug Tilley does a manual fold of the roof.
Doug Tilley does a manual fold of the roof.
Discussing the next procedure.
Discussing the next procedure.

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Zach Williams works to open a rear door.
Zach Williams works to open a rear door.
Doug tilley uses a Halligan bar to create a spot for the hydraulic tool.
Doug Tilley uses a Halligan bar to create a spot for the hydraulic tool.
Jeff Anlauf cuts a door hinge.
Jeff Anlauf cuts a door hinge.
Craig Lager works with the cutters.
Craig Lager works with the cutters.
Doug Tilley shows a more manual way to cut a hole.
Doug Tilley shows a more manual way to cut a hole.
Craig Lager tells Doug Tilley not to worry.
Craig Lager tells Doug Tilley not to worry.
Grant Castor pries a small opening in a door.
Grant Castor pries a small opening in a door.
Joey Grace uses the glass saw on the winshield.
Joey Grace uses the glass saw on the winshield.
Battalion 19 Jim Shepard with the large spreaders.
Battalion 19 Jim Shepard with the large spreaders.