Extrication RTC Training - Dash Roll v2 Dash Relocation

A Dash Roll / Relocation as a technique to free a lower limb entrapment so the casualty can be removed at any time during the main plan / main space creation phase of the rescue. Carried out with the roof in situ and cutting inline with the front header rail to remove the need to manage the windshield glass.
It is worth noting, as we mostly train on vehicles with little to no damage this gives us a false outlook of the process. In reality with a high frontal impact where a dash relocation is needed, we would need to support the dash prior to any other cuts, and in most cases are only relocating the vehicle someway towards its original shape. so the process could be slightly different to that in some of the dash roll videos shown.
1, Support the dash/load
2, Relief cut if needed - in cases of severe dash intrusion a relief cut is not needed, or indeed possible.
2.1, Apply ram support if required - additional block support if needed
3, Relocate the dash to free the entrapment - relocate the dash someway towards its original position or until the entrapment is freed.

[@richie1553]

What is your opinion on a relief cut above the wheel arch for a dash roll? Does it have any effect? Or more beneficial to use that cut on a dash lift?

[@RTCRescue]

Hi, thanks for the question. This technique seems to be pooping up in media more and more lately. It’s one of those techniques that can be very effective for some situations such as a frontal obstruction or a dash relocation where the front of the vehicle has under ridden a lorry or similar. Cutting the upper rail is ok if you have time and can get good access, on some vehicles the suspension transom/strut can be very close to the bulkhead which makes it difficult to get a full cut through. I have done it for both lift and roll and on the right vehicle it works really well, very effective. But is does take more time and you need to understand what you are trying to achieve before attempting it. Hope that helps 👊👍

[@richie1553]

Thanks for you reply! What you say makes sense. Seems to be a technique that some instructors want to see every time and others don’t use as much, so creates confusion.
Thanks for all the videos, they are great training 👍

[@RTCRescue]

@@richie1553 your welcome. It’s another option for the toolbox. It’s not the best to always just do the same. Pick the most suitable option based on what you face and expected outcomes. Thank you for the kind comments. Take care.

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