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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by DaveFDEMS, Nov 28, 2009.

  1. DaveFDEMS

    DaveFDEMS New Member

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    Just dropping in to introduce myself. My name is Dave I'm a firefighter EMT of 14 years. Also a diesel and off road motorsports enthusiast.
     
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    Welcome Dave. Have you ever responded to a hybrid related accident? What was your training in that regard?

    Peter
     
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  3. DaveFDEMS

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    Several this year actually Peter.

    Im a 14year MN/WI certified firefighter
    10yr NREMT B 4 yr NREMT paramedic
    5 years MN/WI hazmat tech.
    Various other traings in fire EMS issues. disaster recovery. High angle and specialized rescue as well.

    As to the other questions I see coming I responded in fdcapt's thread.
    Our training regarding hybrids or any other vehicle for that matter is nearly exactly the same
     
    #3 DaveFDEMS, Nov 28, 2009
  4. TonyPSchaefer

    TonyPSchaefer Your Friendly Moderator
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    Dave, When you say several what kind of number and frequency can you put on that? Since hybrids in general account for only 3% of new car sales in the US, I'm wondering if they account for 3% or more of the accidents.

    And when I hear the word "several" I'm reminded of the Woody Allen movie "Annie Hall" when "he" and "she" are asked about sex:
    He: "we rarely have sex; only about three times a week"
    She: "we have sex all the time; at least three times a week"
     
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    Tony if memory serves me correctly 5-6 this year were hybrids. The most memorable was a rollover resulting in left arm amputation at the shoulder. Although hybrid or conventional vehicle the outcome wouldve been the same there.

    The best advice I can give is dont drink and drive. Especially with a 9 month old in the backseat:mad:
     
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    I think we can all agree on that!
     
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