Free Extrication Training Information from Genesis Rescue

Genesis Rescue Systems has a PDF file called 20 Questions with Dan Zinge, a District Chief from Palm Harbor Florida.  One of the questions asked to Chief Zinge was how to handle UHSS and Boron Steels.  He answered: 

The best way to handle these exotic metals is to avoid them! In cases where this is not possible, for example, in Boron, it is imperative to have a cutter than can cut in the 200,000 psi range in order to be effective.

To read more, get the PDF here.

Also check out the Genesis Rescue Systems website for some free training videos that you can download.  All you have to do is provide them with an email and the name of your department. Genesis Video Training Series

The videos that are available include:

• Tension Buttress Stabilization

• Door Hinges

• Door Removal

• Roof Removal

• Purchase Points

• Cutting Seat Backs

• 2 Door Ripenblitz

• Dash Lift

• Dash Roll

• 3rd Door Evolution

What are your thoughts?  Some basic information, but it never hurts to review.  Of course, I’m sure the point is to get you to their website to look at their extrication tools, but any manufacturer who provides free training info is a good thing.