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Man vs. Machinery.

Authors :
GREGORY, MARK
Source :
Fire Engineering. Mar2013, Vol. 166 Issue 3, p20-22. 2p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article describes techniques for firefighters who need to help people who are caught in machines, and offers an example scenario involving a man with his arms caught between the rollers of an industrial press, such as a paper press. Tools such as socket wrenches, wedges, and hoists are mentioned, and the psychological aspects of dealing with the scenario are described. Emergency medical response to crush syndrome is also mentioned.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00152587
Volume :
166
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Fire Engineering
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
86016624