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What is the first step in removing the aluminum back-stay?
What should be done before putting on the vest?
What is the purpose of the Back-Stay?
Who is authorized to set up and operate a rigged system to raise/lower a victim from within a confined space?
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What is the correct order of connecting straps when preparing for a vertical lift?
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Why would you need to remove the vest from the opposite shoulder when connecting the leg straps?
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What is the purpose of opening the pockets on the shoulder straps?
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What should be done to ensure easy walking while wearing the Half Back safety harness?
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What is the primary purpose of the LSP Half Back equipment carried on Tower 22?
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When can the LSP Half Back be used as a vertical lift harness?
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What is the policy for rescuing an injured worker from a confined space with a possible head/neck or back injury?
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Can the LSP Half Back be used as a safety harness for rescue personnel?
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What is the identification number of the Equipment Guidelines for the LSP Half Back?
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When was the SOG for the LSP Half Back last revised?
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Who approved the SOG for the LSP Half Back?
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How many pages does the SOG for the LSP Half Back have?
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What should be done first when immobilizing the victim's head?
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How should the Velcro flaps of the head harness be positioned when securing the head?
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What is the last step before the victim is ready for vertical lifting or extrication?
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Which statement is true regarding the extrication process?
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What precaution should be taken when adjusting the forehead strap?
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When a victim is suspected of having spine trauma, what action should be taken?
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Which of the following is not a step in preparing the Half Back as a safety harness?
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What is the purpose of the Vertical Lift Strap assembly?
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What is the first step in the preparation of the victim prior to applying the Half Back?
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What must be done first when preparing the Half Back for use?
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When positioning the Half Back on the victim, where should the straps be placed?
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How should the torso straps be connected after opening the strap pockets?
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What is the purpose of adjusting the shoulder straps after connecting them?
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Which step is NOT part of connecting the leg straps?
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During the Half Back application, after the leg strap is removed, what is the next action?
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Which of the following is a correct sequence for preparing the victim?
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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.