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Title: Strange Fire in Brazil
Post by ReEntry Racer on Jul 16^th, 2011 at 6:09pm

Strange because he can't or won't stop the car, yet manages to get out anyway!

http://video.ca.msn.com/watch/video/racer-bails-from-flaming-car/1glmpjdnc?cpkey=1a5a176c-204f-418c-8dbb-a0880d2d5c4b||||

Title: Re: Strange Fire in Brazil
Post by Rob Dyck on Jul 17^th, 2011 at 5:12am

After seeing Jordy's fire and this one, it definitely shows that when you smell smoke or see the SLIGHTEST flame, pull over and get the heck out!!

Title: Re: Strange Fire in Brazil
Post by purple_tortoise on Jul 17^th, 2011 at 7:53am

I noticed the turnworker struggling with the Hans tether. They are tricky if you have never used one before as the helmet post has two flats which are inline with the slot on the end of the post (looks like a regulat screwdriver slot). If the fitting is not inline with the flats it will not separate.

Perhaps we should consider a show and tell with hands-on practice for our META crew as Hans (FHRS?) are becoming mandatory next year.

Just a thought...

James

Title: Re: Strange Fire in Brazil
Post by Rob Dyck on Jul 17^th, 2011 at 10:46am

If I am laying there injured, please do not try to unclip the HANS, feel free to cut the strap...

Do all the turn workers carry knives to cut straps ect?

Hands on practice is a very good idea....

Title: Re: Strange Fire in Brazil
Post by purple_tortoise on Jul 17^th, 2011 at 5:22pm

Good idea Rob - I agree, if there are injuries just cut the strap.