Our efforts to keep our customers informed and educated about the proper use of our products has brought us to these pages. An in depth look at the usage of the new take down and deceleration straps for the O.R.V.-Plus extrication vest. Click on the red figure numbers to view corresponding images applicable to the step in question. They will open in a small pop-up window.

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The Take Down Straps - Overview

The orange take down straps are to be used when you encounter a patient that has already extricated themselves from the crashed vehicle or from the accident scene and is standing upright complaining of cervical pain or tenderness.

Step 1

Maintain control of the patient, while placing a cervical collar.

Step 2

One rescuer approaches the patient from behind with the O.R.V.-Plus, and wraps it around the patient.

Step 3

The rescuer in front pulls the flaps under the patient’s arms and around to the front (Figure 29).

Step 4

The middle (yellow buckle) strap is fastened and tightened. The other straps may be used, if the patient warrants additional securing (Figure 30).

Step 5

Place a long spine board against the O.R.V.-Plus and patient.

Step 6

Place one strap (orange with black buckles) through each of the two side handles on the O.R.V.-Plus (Figure 31).

Step 7

Pass each of the straps through a high hand hold on the long board (Figure 31).

Step 8

Snap the male and female buckles together (Figure 31).

Step 9

Tighten the straps until the O.R.V.-Plus is carrying the weight of the patient (Figure 32).

Step 10

One rescuer stands on each side of the long board (Figure 33).

Step 11

Place one hand through the hand hold at the patients armpit area.

Step 12

Place one hand just below the patients buttocks area (Figure 33).

Step 13

In one controlled motion, each rescuer takes one step in the head direction as the board is lowered and leveled. Note: Be mindful of your back as the board tilts the patient’s full weight will be in your hands (Figure 34).

Step 14

Place the patient on the ground for additional strapping, or place them directly on your cot for securing.