Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 21:42:54 -0500 From: Four Weis <mweinopsamcom> Subject: Re: EMT's - question for you
<snip> > It's a natural reaction to want to run in and help, but acting in the wrong > way can cause more harm than it does good. If the air bags did not activate, there is a danger that the bags could deploy while the rescuer is working in the car. Any stories from EMTs about this? MDT described a device which would contain the airbag and protect the technician in case it deployed while working in the car. Perhaps eager volunteers should be advised. The training/advice I received while working in the OR was basically that the untrained volunteer rescuer is at risk for personal injury lawsuits - unless they have current proof of training, such as CPR certificates. This only applied to injuries resulting CPR - not moving someone with a broken neck inappropriately. > > > I like the USCOT acronym, by the way ;) > > Dave Hinz > ff/emt
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