VR18 - Air Cushions (Heavy Vehicle Recovery)

The course is an extension of the VR16 module and Operatives must have attended and passed this prior to attending VR18.

This module provides Recovery Operatives with the necessary skills to assess and safely deploy air cushions in the righting of overturned commercial vehicles. Recovery Operatives will learn to assess, plan and safely implement a recovery of the casualty vehicle using air cushions and previously taught winching techniques. All practical and theoretical aspects of their safe use in lifting and lowering the vehicle will be tested.

Theory:

• Health & Safety applied to the use of air cushions
• Identification of the different types, sizes and construction of low and high pressure cushions
• Care and maintenance of all air cushions equipment
• Deployment of starter matts and air cushions
• Handling of typical high and low pressure air supplies, valve blocks and connecting devices

Practical Skill Instruction:

• Demonstrate of the recovery set-up for an overturned vehicle, correct use and deployment of all related equipment to successfully conduct a recovery of the casualty vehicle.

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