10/22/2026
Weekly Training: lift Air Bags, Stabilization & Vehicle Extrication
This week, our members trained on using lift air bags and vehicle stabilization techniques to safely lift a vehicle. We also continued practicing different methods of vehicle extrication to improve our skills and readiness for emergencies.
Rescue air bags are powerful tools that use air to lift heavy loads in a controlled manner. They can help create additional space during a rescue, allowing firefighters to access trapped patients. Proper placement, stabilization, and coordinated teamwork are critical to using these tools safely and effectively.
Vehicle stabilization is an essential part of any extrication. Before lifting or removing parts of a vehicle, firefighters must work to prevent unwanted movement that could endanger both the patient and rescuers.
We train on these techniques because when someone is trapped in a vehicle, every second matters, preparation matters, and teamwork makes the difference.
Our commitment is to continue learning, sharpening our skills, and serving our community with the highest level of readiness possible.