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SWOSU Students Observe Jaws of Life Demonstration

December 20, 2006

The Weatherford Fire Department recently conducted a vehicular extraction demonstration on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University campus in Weatherford.

Weatherford Assistant Fire Chief Mike Karlin makes a point to the SWOSU students. In front is firefighter Jarod Burton.

Weatherford firefighters Josh Williams (left) and Brian Bottom work on a vehicle during the recent Jaws of Life demonstration on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University campus.

The Weatherford Fire Department recently conducted a vehicular extraction demonstration on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University campus in Weatherford.

The demonstration was conducted for the SWOSU Parks and Recreation Management’s emergency response course.

The firefighters demonstrated the use of Jaws of Life, simulating the removal of an injured individual from an automobile accident. Helping were firefighters Brian Bottom, Jarod Burton, Tracy Watkins, Josh Williams and assistant chief Mike Karlin. Albert’s Wrecker & Tire Service of Weatherford provided the car. 

Individuals interested in taking the emergency response course or other Parks and Recreation Management offerings can contact chair Chad Kinder at (580) 774-3291.