Firefighter Down: CPR 10-Step Process

Learn the essential steps to initiate immediate CPR on a firefighter in full Turnout Gear with an SCBA who has suffered sudden cardiac arrest. Follow a detailed process to remove the firefighter from their gear without interrupting compressions, ensuring efficient and effective life-saving measures are taken promptly.

• Firefighter
• CPR
• Rescue Procedure
• Emergency Response
• Life-saving

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1. Firefighter Down: CPR 10 Step Process

2. Objectives Initiate immediate CPR on a firefighter in full Turnout Gear with an SCBA that suffered a sudden cardiac arrest Remove firefighter from the Turnout Gear and SCBA without interrupting compressions

3. Step 1 Rescuer 1 Position Firefighter s SCBA between legs

4. Step 2 Rescuer 2 Pop open chest clip and begin high quality compressions

5. Step 3 Rescuer 1 Open SCBA bypass valve

6. Step 4-8 Step 4 8 should be performed in a coordinated method but simultaneously to the best of the ability of the rescuers Do not interfere with compressions Do not interrupt compressions Depending on the style of gear your department carries, modifications may need to be made You are a firefighters - get the job done!

7. Step 4 Rescuer 1 Remove helmet, mask, and hood

8. Step 5 Rescuer 3 Start unbuckling the TOG jacket from the bottom up

9. Step 6 Rescuer 1 Loosen shoulder straps and position arms above the head

10. Step 7 Rescuer 1 and Rescuer 3 Work zipper open, do NOT interfere with chest compressions

11. Step 8 Rescuer 1 Hold the jacket and SCBA straps, prepare for PULL DOWN

12. Step 9 Rescuer 3 and Rescuer 4 Perform PULL DOWN by grabbing one leg each and pulling the victim out of their gear

13. Step 10 All Rescuers Initiate comprehensive Resuscitation Bundle!