CEF trains for vehicle extrication

Reiki Hoakama, an 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighter, arrives on scene for a vehicle extrication training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. Assessing the scene to ensure proper safety precautions are taken is the first portion of vehicle extrication. The CEF responds to over 4,000 emergency calls per year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

Senior Airman Fernandos Santos, an 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight driver operator, assesses the scene for a vehicle extrication training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. While assessing the scene it is vital to ensure there are no hazards around that could cause future damage. The CEF is responsible for handling the threat and outcome of fire, rescue, medical and environmental emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

Reiki Hoakama, an 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighter, and Airman 1st Class Kalle Cooper, an 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighter, apply a cervical collar on a simulated patient during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. C-collars are used when neck or spine injuries are suspected. C-collars stabilize the patient's head and neck while they’re being transported to avoid further damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

Airman 1st Class Kalle Cooper, an 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighter, stabilizes a backboard while extracting a patient during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. After the patient was stabilized, they carefully placed them on a backboard for transportation. Backboards provide rigid support to patients, ensuring their spine and limbs are stabilized. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

U.S. Air Force 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighters stabilize a backboard while extracting a simulated patient during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. When placing a patient on a backboard, care is taken to ensure there is minimal strain on the patient in the extrication process. After firefighters remove the patient they are then handed over to medical personnel to continue providing medical care on the patient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighters, transport a simulated patient during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. This training allowed the CEF to sharpen their skills for conducting vehicle extrication. The CEF is the Air Force’s largest fire department in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighters secure a simulated patient to a backboard during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. The CEF rehearsed a nine-step vehicle extrication process. After a patient is removed from a vehicle, they are assessed for medical care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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CEF trains for vehicle extrication

18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighters strap a simulated patient into a backboard during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. The CEF plays a vital role in this by protecting the Airmen who accomplish the mission at the end of the day. Operating with approximately 8,000 Airmen on base, Kadena defends U.S. and Japan mutual interests by maintaining it’s decisive airpower capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight firefighters strap a simulated patient onto a backboard during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 29, 2021. The training the CEF goes through ensures they are capable of effectively responding to emergencies. The CEF is also tasked with handling building collapses and personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18 CEF conducts vehicle extrication training

Published Aug. 5, 2021
By Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter
18th Wing Public Affairs

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan --

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication

CEF trains for vehicle extrication