Immobilizing Victim's Head in Emergency Response

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What is the first step in removing the aluminum back-stay?

Open the vest and locate the two padded shoulder straps

Pull the back-stay out of its pocket on the back of the vest

Connect the color-coded buckle to the matching snap on the chest portion of the vest

Disconnect the two Velcro straps (correct)

What should be done before putting on the vest?

Connect the color-coded buckle to the matching snap on the chest portion of the vest

Open the pockets on each shoulder strap

Drop the leg straps (correct)

Adjust each shoulder strap to pull sides of the vest snugly under each arm

What is the purpose of the Back-Stay?

To anatomically align the cervical portion of the spinal column (correct)

To provide additional support for the legs

To connect the shoulder straps to the vest

To adjust the torso straps

Who is authorized to set up and operate a rigged system to raise/lower a victim from within a confined space?

Only trained Specialized Rescue Technical Team Members Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of connecting straps when preparing for a vertical lift?

Shoulder, leg, torso, vertical lift Signup and view all the answers

Why would you need to remove the vest from the opposite shoulder when connecting the leg straps?

Because the snap is hard to reach Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of opening the pockets on the shoulder straps?

To connect the color-coded buckle to the matching snap Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure easy walking while wearing the Half Back safety harness?

Adjust each shoulder strap to pull sides of the vest snugly under each arm Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the LSP Half Back equipment carried on Tower 22?

To immobilize suspected cervical/spinal injuries during Confined Space incidents Signup and view all the answers

When can the LSP Half Back be used as a vertical lift harness?

When head/neck or back injuries are not suspected Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy for rescuing an injured worker from a confined space with a possible head/neck or back injury?

The patient shall be immobilized using the LSP Half Back Signup and view all the answers

Can the LSP Half Back be used as a safety harness for rescue personnel?

Yes, during Confined Space entries Signup and view all the answers

What is the identification number of the Equipment Guidelines for the LSP Half Back?

012 Signup and view all the answers

When was the SOG for the LSP Half Back last revised?

January 1, 2022 Signup and view all the answers

Who approved the SOG for the LSP Half Back?

Alan Wax Signup and view all the answers

How many pages does the SOG for the LSP Half Back have?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What should be done first when immobilizing the victim's head?

Disconnect the chin and forehead Velcro straps on the head harness. Signup and view all the answers

How should the Velcro flaps of the head harness be positioned when securing the head?

Facing toward the victim. Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step before the victim is ready for vertical lifting or extrication?

Firmly adjust the forehead strap. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the extrication process?

Six strategically located handles may be used for victim extrication. Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken when adjusting the forehead strap?

The victim's head should be held firmly in place. Signup and view all the answers

When a victim is suspected of having spine trauma, what action should be taken?

The patient must be fully immobilized. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a step in preparing the Half Back as a safety harness?

Disconnect all straps from the harness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Vertical Lift Strap assembly?

To facilitate a controlled vertical lift of the victim. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the preparation of the victim prior to applying the Half Back?

Apply a cervical collar Signup and view all the answers

What must be done first when preparing the Half Back for use?

Open the Half Back vest Signup and view all the answers

When positioning the Half Back on the victim, where should the straps be placed?

To the outside of the victim Signup and view all the answers

How should the torso straps be connected after opening the strap pockets?

To the matching snap on the opposite side of the torso Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adjusting the shoulder straps after connecting them?

To secure the vest snugly against the underarms Signup and view all the answers

Which step is NOT part of connecting the leg straps?

Connect the color-coded buckle to the snap on the opposite side Signup and view all the answers

During the Half Back application, after the leg strap is removed, what is the next action?

Work the strap back to the groin area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a correct sequence for preparing the victim?

Apply a cervical collar, remove eyeglasses, remove article from pockets Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Immobilizing the Victim's Head

Disconnect chin and forehead Velcro straps on the head harness
Place the victim's head into the foam "V" of the back-stay
Hold the head harness by the two thin flaps with the Velcro facing towards the victim
Lay the center foam section of the head harness against the top of the victim's head
Bring the two outer sections down on each side of the head and connect the Velcro flaps to the rear of the back-stay
Firmly adjust the forehead strap using an arching motion over the victim's eyebrows
Adjust the chinstrap snugly, allowing the mouth to open if necessary

Extrication of the Victim with a Half Back

Extrication can be performed using six strategically located handles at the hip, shoulder, or stomach
Extrication can also be performed using the Vertical Lift Strap assembly
For a vertical lift, connect the lift strap to the triangular links on each side of the vest

Preparing the Half Back for Use as a Safety Harness

Remove the aluminum back-stay by disconnecting the two Velcro straps
Pull the back-stay out of its pocket on the back of the vest
Open the vest and locate the two padded shoulder straps

Connecting the Shoulder Straps

Open the pockets on each shoulder strap
Connect the color-coded buckle to the matching snap on the chest portion of the vest, leaving the straps loose
Put the vest on with the straps to the outside
Adjust each shoulder strap to pull sides of the vest snugly under each arm

Connecting the Leg Straps

Open the pocket on one leg strap
Insert the strap between the legs from behind
Connect the color-coded buckle to the matching snap on the same side of the vest, leaving the strap loose
Adjust each leg strap snugly but comfortably

Preparing Half Back for Vertical Lift

Adjust each shoulder strap to pull sides of the vest up snugly under each arm
Snugly adjust each torso strap
Adjust each leg strap snugly but comfortably
Attach the vertical lift strap to the triangular links on each side of the vest

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Learn the steps to properly immobilize a victim's head in emergency situations. This quiz covers the procedure for securing the head harness and forehead strap.