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SEL Number:
09MS-08-SPIN
Title:
Supplies, Spinal Immobilization
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Last Updated:
11/30/2023 2:10:48 PM
Previous SEL Number:
09MS-08-SPIN
Description:
Various devices (e.g., cervical collars, head immobilizers) to immobilize/stabilize the neck and spinal region.
ImportantFeatures:
Operating Considerations:
Consider all types of patient sizes including adult and pediatric applications as well as bariatric patients. Products should be single-use, disposable and/or impervious to infectious substances; consider ease of use; ease of application in confined spaces and other entrapment environments; storage and transport requirements. All carrying cases should be impervious to infectious substances. See also 09ME-04-SPIN.
Training Requirements:
Core Training: ASTM F1031-22, ASTM F1556-94,
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
450,
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
470 (within medical scope of practice).
Initial Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day) per certification cycle
Mandatory Standards:
Applicable Standards and References:
ASTM F1031-22 Standard Practice for Training the Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)
ASTM F1556-94(2015) Standard Guide for Spinal Immobilization and Extrication (SPINE) Device Characteristics (WITHDRAWN in 2024 without replacement, but copies still available)
NFPA 450: Guide for Emergency Medical Services and Systems, 2021 Edition (planned for incorporation into NFPA 455)
NFPA 470, Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Standard for Responders, 2022 Edition
MSSL:
Basic Life Support
Advanced Life Support
Pre-Hospital
Hospital
Medical Disaster Stockpile
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