Helmet DO's and Dont's. READ # 7 carefully!

[BRAPP]

QUOTE (JadeeWTF @ Nov 4 2007, 04:42 PM)

i went to stop on the cement, it was that slidy ashfalt stuff, and i locked my back breaks (Didn't want to miss my turn)
Rolled it 5 times, and i didn't let go.

got up, went dangzz, and drove home.

just bent me some handie barzz [/b]

lies

[bgwhtjp33]

Always dress for the crash not the ride!!

[sberg]

QUOTE (Anonymous @ Feb 25 2003, 10:46 AM)

7. When you come across a down rider / rider say crashed, NEVER ... NEVER
attempt to remove his helmet. (There are only rare times that the helmet would be removed dependent on the medical emergency and symptoms presented) Again, NEVER remove the helmet nor attempt to move the rider so his neck moves. Dig some dirt out under his face or whatever so he has air, etc., clear junk out, in and around his mouth and nose but do NOT move his/her head or remove the helmet. (Of course some situations like fire, risk of drowning in a stream means you would have to move him BUT NEVER move the rider unless his life would be threatened if you did not move him. IF the rider gets up on his own WITHOUT your help that is one thing but do not pick someone up, move him, etc. Seek help immediately. NEVER ride alone. Carry a cellphone / two way radio etc.
This message is brought to you by someone who has been involved with Emergency medicine for over 27 years.. the information is correct[/b]

The reason for this is it is said that the helmet can stabalize the head, neck, and spinal cord. I am a first responder so I have some knowledge this although its been awhile since me re-cert but im still valid. As mentioned it may be nessecary to remove the helmet for CPR or what not becuase I doubt anyone carry's a mask or bag valve with them which even then would be tough to form a good seal with the helmet on. So if it is absolutley needed to remove the helmet you MUST MUST! stabalize the head and neck. You'll stabalize it while removing the helmet and once you do that you OWN that position! You cannot let go or let the head drop, droop, tilt etc until EMS arrives, beacuase you are acting as a collar and back board. I would NOT advise doing this unless trained you literally have your friends life in your hands. Just my .02 if anyone disagree's please state so.