Rescue 42 DVD: Chapter 9 - Anchoring the Strut Base

Straps may be used to tighten TeleCribs. The easiest method is pulling directly from the base plate to the car. Another common method is to pull two base plates toward each other. This has the advantage of using one strap to tighten two struts. An extremely valuable feature of the TeleCribs is the ability to pass the strap hook through the base plate slot. This lets you use anchor points not in line with the strut. Straps can be both base tensioners and head restraints. TeleCrib base plates can handle up to three straps on each end. Pickets are standard rescue tools that have many uses with the TeleCrib struts. A single picket, pounded 2 to 3 feet in average soil, will support about 700 lbs. The spike base may be used any time the standard base doesnt work. Simply slide it into the bottom of the red strut until it stops and pin it.

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