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WE ARE RECOGNIZED, WELL-RESPECTED AUTHORITY IN VEHICLE EXTRICATION.

 As focused experts in vehicle extrication techniques and tools, we have high standards for our continuous learning and sharing knowledge among rescue personnel. 

West Coast Fire & Rescue has trained hundreds of firefighters all over the Western U.S. We customize training with options including classroom settings and live hands-on car cutting workshops.  Our vehicle extrication training for fire departments and rescue teams is custom designed and flexible to accommodate both large and small groups. For large group training, we work with your department for team incident commanders and we can also bring in high quality guest instructors from our network of vehicle extrication rescue experts. 

WE CUSTOMIZE LIVE TRAINING PACKAGES TO SUIT YOUR DEPARTMENT NEEDS
 Partial Day Classroom Courses  |   Technical Demos     |       1-2 day Hands-On Workshops

1-2 DAYS: HANDS ON EXTRICATION

Diverse scenarios and options for hands-on extrication technique. Equipment provided, small or large groups, 1-2 day workshops.

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NEW VEHICLE ANATOMY

Learn the latest techniques in advanced extrication including the latest in rescuer safety, from airbags as well as other pyrotechnic impact protection features. Also featured will be up and coming advancements in metal alloys and their related problems for rescuers, seat belt pre-tensioners, and break-resistant glass and car fires.

  • Window curtain airbags
  • Metals, glass managment 
  • Battery challenges
  • Hybrid Vehicles
  • Vehicle Extrication Basics
  • Lifting Bag Operations
  • Rescue Tool Basics
  • Introduction to Holmatro

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HYBRID & ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES

Basic construction of a hybrid vehicle and the special challenges  a rescuer will face during an extrication along with a 10 point standard operating procedure for working on hybrids.

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LIFTING BAG OPERATIONS

Operations and use of lifting bags, care and maintenance of your lifting bag system.

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INTRODUCTION TO HOLMATRO TOOLS

Theories & principals of hydraulics, maintenance,  troubleshooting and repair operations for Holmatro rescue tools.


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INSTRUCTOR PROFILE 
Tracy Hoffman is the owner of West Coast Fire & Rescue with 20 years of experience training rescue personnel across the Pacific Northwest.  He is a veteran instructor of vehicle extrication techniques, leading more than 500 hands-on extrication demos and instruction courses.
Tracy participates in several regional fire symposiums as an instructor and over the years has cut apart an estimate of over 2,000 cars and trucks. As an invited guest at automotive proving grounds, Tracy has first hand learning and cutting experience with new metals, new vehicle anatomy, and cutting apart newer model cars.
Since 1998, Tracy has been working exclusively with Holmatro Rescue tools and is the only certified Holmatro service technician within Washington state.

CONTACT US ABOUT TRAINING

We hold classes for industry events, regional workshops, single and joint dept training, and other industry needs.
Tell us about your training needs - please note that it may take a few days to get back to you depending on schedules.  

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