New Technical Bulletins
The Technical Committee is constantly researching information to develop new bulletins to keep ARRO members updated with the latest information.
If you have information, an experience or attended an unusual incident that you believe it would of benefit to share with the rescue community across Australasia, please contact the ARRO Technical Committee at the email address below with the details.
Technical Bulletins & Emergency Response Guides Index
To access one of the libraries, make sure you are logged in and click on the link on the right. To access a specific bulletin or guide click on the link below.- ED 1/15 Audi Emergency Recovery Information » - Thanks to our connections with motor vehicle industry in Australia, Audi Australia have forwarded a copy of the Emergency Recovery Information for their vehicle fleet.
- ED 1/14 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Emergency Response Guide » - Thanks to our connections with motor vehicle industry in Australia, Nissan Australia have forwarded a copy of the Emergency Response Guide for their latest addition to the electric vehicle market.
- ED 3/13 Renault Kangoo Emergency Response Guide » - Thanks to our connections with motor vehicle industry in Australia, Renault have forward a copy of the Emergency Response Guide for their latest addition to the electric vehicle market.
- ED 2/13 McLaren P1 Emergency Response Guide » - Thanks to our connections with the UKRO, ARRO has received this Emergency Response Guide for a new hybrid electric vehicle manufactured McLaren.
- 01/13 Systematic Aligned Vehicle Extrication » - This bulletin describes some of the considerations resulting from some recent research carried out by ARRO members in Queensland and New Zealand
- ED 11 - 20/12 Toyota & Lexus Emergency Response Guide Updates » - Toyota has just issued a total of 10 updated documents for hybrid electric vehicles manufactured by themselves and their luxury arm (Lexus).
- ED 08, 09 & 10/12 Holden Volt Quick Reference Emergency Response Guides » - In support of the training sessions being conducted by Holden across Australia and New Zealand, Holden have provided 3 documents to ARRO for distribution to members. These are:
- ED 07/12 Infiniti M35h Emergency Response Guide » - Infiniti are manufacturers of luxury performance vehicles. They are part of the Renault-Nissan alliance. The attached First Responder's Guide providers information on the M35h hybrid electric (346volt) systems. These vehicles are currently on sale along the Australian eastern seaboard and likely to spread in the near future.
- ED 06/12 Toyota Prius V Emergency Response Guide » - Toyota released the Prius C in March 2012. It is the next generation of Prius hybrid cars. The Hybrid system operates at 650 volts.
- ED 05/12 Toyota Prius C Emergency Response Guide » - Toyota released the Prius C in December 2011. It is the next generation of Prius hybrid cars. The Hybrid system operates at 520 volts.
- ED 04/12 2nd Generation Toyota Camry Emergency Response Guide » - This document has been provided by Toyota. It is an update on the previous ERG from Toyota on the Camry. This document specifically covers the 2nd Generation Hybrid Camry vehicle, which was released on the Australian market in February 2012.
- ED 03/12 Renault Fluenceze Emergency Response Guide » - This document has been provided by Renault Australia. It details emergency response procedures for the Renault Fluenceze. This vehicle was released in Australia in mid May 2012 and numbers are expected to grow steadily over the next few months.
- ED 02/12 Holden Volt Emergency Response Guide » - This document details procedures for the soon to be released Holden/Chevrolet Volt, an all electric vehicle operating a 360V power system.
- 04/12 Vehicle Construction - Fuel Lines » - This bulletin highlights a particular construction feature of the Subaru Liberty and the Honda Civic in which their fuel lines are routed very close to the sill at the base of the B pillar.
- 03/12 VE Commodore Utility Construction » - ARRO is publishing this Technical Bulletin thanks to the assistance of the Engineering Design team at Holden.
- 02/12 VE Commodore Utility Inline Extrciation » - This bulletin highlights some of the construction features of the VE Holden Commodore Utility and one option that may allow for the creation of an inline extrication path for casualties.
- ED 01/12 BMW & Mini Emergency Response Guides x 3 » - These 3 documents cover the BMW and Mini fleets in 2003, 2008 and 2011.
- 01/12 Holden Cruze Body Strcuture » - This bulletin focuses on some of the features of the construction of the Holden Cruze.
- ED 02/11 Nissan LEAF ERG » - Nissan has provided the attached ERG to ARRO for our members. It covers the new electric car the LEAF.
- ED 01/11 Lexus CT200h Hybrid ERG » - Lexus have released this information to ARRO for distribution to all members. The CT200h hybrid first came on the market in Australia and New Zealand in early 2011.
- 01/11 VE Commodore Cross Sections » - This presentation shows various cross sections through the VE Commodore and the different metal strengths rescuers may encounter when trying to cut through the vehicle.
- ED 05/10 Blade Electric Vehicle ERG » - Blade have released an emergency response guide for their Electric Vehicle.
- ED 04/10 Mitsubishi iMiEV interim ERG » - Mitsubishi has published the full documentation on the Australian made fully electric 2010 i-MieV.
- ED 03/10 Porsche (2006-2010 models) ERG » - This information just in from Porsche. It details SRS and other rescuer hazards on current models.
- ED 01 & 02/10 Toyota Camry (Hybrid) ERG » - This is the latest release Emergency Response Guide from Toyota on the 2010 Camry built in Australia. Please note the document is 2.75MB to download. Also available is a one page guide to disabling the hybrid system on the Toyota Camry.
- 03/09 Converted Electric Vehicles » - Fully electric vehicles are appearing in larger numbers on our roads. They present a different set of challenges to rescue personnel. This bulletin provides rescuers with key awareness information about such vehicles.
- ED 07/09 Honda Civic (Hybrid) ERG » - ARRO has been able secure a copy of the Honda emergency response guide for the popular Civic. It relates to 2003-05 models.
- ED 06/09 Honda Insight (Hybrid) ERG » - Honda have issued an updated emergency response guide for its hybrid Insight.
- ED 05/09 Lexus LS600hL (Hybrid) UVF46R 2007 onwards ERG » - Another of Lexus stable of hybrid vehicles includes an emergency response guide.
- ED 04/09 Toyota Prius (Hybrid) 30 Series ZVW30R 2009 onwards ERG » - Toyota's has released a new ERG to accompany its most recent version of the hybrid Prius, the series 3.
- ED 03/09 Lexus RX450h (Hybrid) GYL15R 2009 onwards ERG » - Lexus have released an emergency response guide for the latest hybrid in their fleet the RX450.
- ED 02/09 Roof Strength Ratings » - The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the US has released an interesting report on roll over safety test carried out on a number of late model SUVs.
- ED 01/09 Hino (Hybrid) 300 Series » - Hino have released a hybrid truck. This is their emergency response guide, reproduced with the kind permission of Hino.
- 01/09 Ford Focus Bonnet Release » - Since late 2002, up to and including the 2008 models, the Ford Focus released in Australia has included a modified design to release the bonnet catch.
- 01/08 LPG Fuelled Vehicle Identification » - The identification of a LPG powered vehicle is required under AS/NZS 1425-2007 LP Gas fuel systems for vehicle engines.
- ED 01/07 Lexus GS450h (Hybrid) GWS191R 2006 onwards ERG » - In May 2006, Lexus will release the Lexus GS450h petrol-electric hybrid vehicle in Australia.
- 02/07 New Vehicle Technology » - This bulletin follows on from the previous ARRO Technical Bulletin 6/2005 'Hybrid Vehicle Technology'.
- 01/07 Holden VE Commodore » - This bulletin highlights some of the features of the VE Holden Commodore and WM Statesman range released in August 2006. Significant changes have occurred in the materials used in construction, construction techniques and battery location.
- ED 02/06 Lexus RX400h (Hybrid) MHU38R 2006 - 2009 ERG » - In October 2006, Lexus released the Lexus RX400h petrol-electric hybrid vehicle in Australia.
- ED 01/06 Honda 2006 (Hybrid) Vehicle ERG » - This supplement has been prepared to update the Emergency Response Guide for Hybrid Vehicles booklet published by Honda in early 2005.
- 03/06 QFRS TRIAL TECHNIQUE 'A - PILLAR HOLD' » - This bulletin introduces and highlights a 'trial technique'.
- 02/06 Update on ARRO Technical Bulletin No 3/99, VITON 'O' Rings. » - The 3/99 Bulletin highlighted the potential decomposition of VITON products in vehicle construction into hydrofluoric acid.
- 01/06 BMW Rescue Manual 2005 » - Optimum safety under all conditions is one of the main objectives of BMW development and implementation.
- 06/05 Hybrid Vehicle Technology » - This bulletin highlights the operating systems of some Hybrid vehicles available to the Australian market - Toyota Prius and Honda Insight.
- 05/05 Ford Territory » - This bulletin highlights the location of the side airbag/curtain pressure vessel and associated pipe work of the new Ford Territory.
- 04/05 Circular Saws » - During the 2004 Australasian Road Rescue Challenge in Melbourne a cordless circular saw with metal cutting blade was tested in the workshop pit.
- 03/05 Use of woollen blankets » - ARRO recommends that all agencies involved in patient care at road rescue scenes adopt the practice of using designated debris protection sheets for this application and blankets for patient warmth only.
- 02/05 Mnemonic SRS » - Advancements in current motor vehicle design include ever increasing developments in Supplementary Restraint Systems (SRS).
- 01/05 Cutter limitations » - Cutting tool limitations on future vehicle designs.
- 03/04 Toyota Prius Update » - Extrication considerations for the Toyota Prius (Hybrid Vehicle) - An update.
- 02/04 Plastic clutch pedal Toyota Prado » - Plastic clutch pedal, 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Prado, 120 series. This bulletin highlights the introduction of plastic clutch pedals to Australian vehicles.
- 01/04 Mazda RX8 rearward opening doors » - This bulletin highlights the construction and basic operation of rearward opening doors on the 2003 Mazda RX8 Sports Coupe.
- ED 01/03 Toyota Prius (Hybrid) 20 Series NHW20R 2003 - 2009 ERG » - This guide was developed to educate and assist emergency responders in the safe handling of the Toyota Prius petrol - electric hybrid vehicle following an incident.
- 02/02 BMW protection » - The publication describes the range of occupant protection devices installed in BMW vehicles and their operation.
- 01/02 1997 Volvo S40 » - This bulletin highlights the general type and location of Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) features within a 1997 Volvo S40 sedan.
- ED 01/02 Toyota Prius (Hybrid) 11 Series NHW11R 2001 - 2003 ERG » - This guide was developed to educate and assist emergency responders on the Toyota Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle.
- 03/00 Enerpac spreaders » - Many members would be aware of reports that the Enerpac WR15 spreader has been known to fail while under operational load.
- 02/00 Use of cutters » - Vehicle construction issues and the use of cutters.
- 01/00 High pressure airbags » - Service life of high pressure lifting airbags.
- 07/99 Amuptation using cutters » - Fire crews attended the RTA involving a collision between a car and an articulated trailer.
- 06/99 Vehicle Safety Data Sheets » - A proposal to develop sheets similar to MSDS.
- 05/99 SRS Safety rules » - The 250-450-125 SRS airbag rule of safety.
- 04/99 Air bags can deafen » - The noise of a car air bag inflating in an accident may cause hearing loss and persistent tinnitus, according to a report published.
- 03/99 Viton O rings » - Warning about the potential decomposition of Viton (a synthetic rubber used in vehicles) in hydrofluoric acid in fire situations.
- 02/99 Automotive glass » - The Transport Emergency Rescue Committee (TERC) of the International Association of Fire Chiefs is the US equivalent of ANRARA. They forwarded the following article about a new innovation in vehicle design.
- 01/99 Maglight pipe bombs » - Per The FBI and The A. T. F. multiple incidents have been reported and are currently under investigation pertaining to "Mag Flashlight" PIPE BOMB detonations.
- 02/98 Faulty airbags » - Faulty airbags in Range rover, Renault and Audi.
- 01/98 Laminated Side Glass » - Multi Laminate Glass (MLG) is now becoming more common on passenger vehicles.
