Extrication RTC Training - Dash Roll

A basic demo of the Dash Roll technique.
BE AWARE; the use of the dedicated spreader as a ram purchase point is only to be use as a LAST resort when all else has failed. The tools are not designed for this type of use and should be taken of the run for a full check if used in this way.
It is worth noting, as we mostly train on vehicles with little to no damage this gives us a false sense of process. In reality with a high frontal impact where a dash relocation is needed, we would need to support the dash prior to any other cuts, and in most cases are only relocating the vehicle someway towards its original shape. so the process could be slightly different to that in some of the dash roll videos shown.
1, Support the dash/load
2, Relief cut if needed - in cases of severe dash intrusion a relief cut is not needed, or indeed possible.
2.1, Apply ram support if required - additional block support if needed
3, Relocate the dash to free the entrapment

[@MaxSafeheaD]

Finally, someone in the UK making exactly the kind of videos I've been looking for for years. Excellent learning points and I especially appreciate it when it goes slightly wrong because it highlights many things otherwise that may go uncnsidered should you be fussed about only sharing the "perfect" technique. We all know in the real world their is no perfect technique but a constant process of trial and error with a few moments of inspired genius. Please do keep it up. As a retained firefighter I don't get anywhere near the amount for experience that I'd like from one weekly drill night but I love what I do, when I'm lucky enough to be able to do it. Again, thank you very much for sharing this - it's invaluable. Imagine doing one demo on station with 50k firefighters able to take advantage ... brilliant! =)

[@RTCRescue]

Hi Buddy, wow thanks for the kind words, its nice to know these videos are helping, yes i decided i would always make the videos realtime so if it goes wrong it shows the reality of extrication to some degree. If you ever want any videos doing on other techniques drop me an email. Many thanks mate, take care. John

[@shaunleverett2796]

I recently became RTCI on a retained station. Your videos are an excellent reference point.

[@RTCRescue]

Thanks very much, good to know were getting it right, always happy to produce video on request. :)

[@DaveTaste]

Great training videos. Thanks! :)

[@sachinrana6770]

Great work

[@RTCRescue]

Thanks for the comments :0

[@joecloss1452]

Wouldn't you put the relief cut through the bottom of the A pillar first, then tension ram, then top of A pillar?

[@RTCRescue]

Hi, many thanks for the comment. A good question. We used to teach that during training with a vehicle that had no damage, the relief cut also enabled the roll to happen on a non crash damaged vehicle. We have change our methodology, so we now teach to tension a ram first as that will support the dash, in most cases of heavy frontal deformation we are just pushing the components back to their original position, so a relief cut isn't always required for it to be effective. So in summary, we should support the dash prior to any relief cuts in the base of the A-pillar. This video was done a long time ago and things have developed since. I should redo a video :) Take care. Jon

[@biguglyoatmeal]

I've never seen the anchor point at the base of the B post. Is it common for your departments?

[@MaxSafeheaD]

What do you mean?

[@roundy1995]

@@MaxSafeheaD think he’s talking about the sill support

[@RTCRescue]

Sorry all, the correct email address is [e-mail] it has since changed from when this video was made :)