Job Performance Requirement 16-11

Removing the Windshieldand Roof

JPR 16-11A

A Make certain that the vehicle is stabilized. The windshield should be “chopped” along the bottom edge with a pick-head axe. Placing a hand on the

pick of the axe will help control it, making certain that only one corner of the blade penetrates the glass.

JPR 16-11B

B The front roof posts on both the passenger side and driver side should be cut through next, using cutters or

hand tools such as a reciprocating saw or hacksaw.

JPR 16-11C

C Relief cuts are placed in the roof on both sidesof the vehicle, allowing ample space to gain

access when the roof is folded.

JPR 16-11D

D A tool such as a pike pole is placed across therear section of roof. Apply downward pressure to

form a fulcrum for the windshield and roofportion being folded over.

JPR 16-11E

E The windshield and attached assemblywill be folded over the rear section.

JPR 16-11F

F Once folded over, easy access is attained and patient stabilization can begin as removal is

carried out. The folded-over portion should alsobe secured so that a wind gust cannot blow it

back over onto the patient or firefighters.