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Based on the document, which personnel are specifically encouraged to wear back belts during patient care and removal?
Based on the document, which personnel are specifically encouraged to wear back belts during patient care and removal?
According to the document, how often should the back belts be made available to the ambulance and squad crews?
According to the document, how often should the back belts be made available to the ambulance and squad crews?
What is the primary objective of using back belts, as outlined in the document?
What is the primary objective of using back belts, as outlined in the document?
What is the appropriate course of action for back belts that require repair or replacement?
What is the appropriate course of action for back belts that require repair or replacement?
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What is the purpose of the daily check of back belts as outlined in the document?
What is the purpose of the daily check of back belts as outlined in the document?
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What is the revision number of the document, as indicated in the header?
What is the revision number of the document, as indicated in the header?
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What is the title of the document, as stated in the header?
What is the title of the document, as stated in the header?
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According to the document, when should crew members don their back belts?
According to the document, when should crew members don their back belts?
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Study Notes
Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines
Back Support Belts
- The purpose of the back support belts is to prevent back injuries among Department members assigned to ambulances and squads.
- All Department members assigned to ambulances and squads will be provided with a lumbar support back belt on a daily basis.
- Each ambulance and squad is equipped with three back belts of different sizes.
Procedure for Using Back Support Belts
- Crews assigned to ambulances and squads shall select a belt of the proper size and make it readily available for their use on all EMS calls.
- Back belts can be donned before leaving the station and worn loosely until they are needed.
- Personnel involved in patient care and patient removal are encouraged to wear the back belts, especially those assigned to the head and toe positions during a patient lift.
- Proper lifting techniques must be utilized at all times.
Maintenance and Inspection of Back Support Belts
- A daily check of the back belts shall be completed as part of the daily apparatus checkout.
- Belts in need of repair or replacement shall be addressed through the work order process and directed to the EMS Division.
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Test your knowledge of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department's Standard Operating Guidelines, specifically on Safety Operations and NIMS Compliance related to Back Support Belts.
