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The extraction operations of Optima Hybrid Electric Vehicle is similar to that of the
conventional gasoline or diesel fueled Optima. However, the first responder should pay
special attention when they extract occupants in the car. Before extraction operations, the
first responders should carry out ―Initial Response: Identify, Immobilize and Disable‖ section
in pages 15-20.
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Emergency Procedures
Extraction Operations
Vehicle Stabilization
Use standard stabilization (cribbing) points,
as shown on right. Always be sure to
connect to a structural member of the
vehicle and avoid placing cribbing under
high voltage cables, fuel lines and other
areas not normally considered acceptable.
Extraction tools and procedure
When responding to an incident involving an Optima Hybrid Electric Vehicle, we recommend
that the first responders
follow their organization’s standard operating procedures for
assessing and dealing with vehicle emergencies.
When the first responders cut the vehicle, they should always pay special attention to airbag
system, orange colored high voltage cables and other high voltage components due to the
risk of explosion or electrocution from damaged parts.
Location of ultra-high strength steel
In the image, high strength steel is
used in the blue colored areas and
ultra-high strength steel is used in the
red colored areas. Depending on the
tools used, ultra high strength steel
can be challenging or impossible to
cut. If necessary, use a workaround
technique.
Mild steel
High strength steel
Ultra-high strength steel