Equine ER Contents
 Foreword
The stamp of approval for this must-have book is the Foreword written by Reg R Pascoe AM, BVSc., DVSc., FACVSc., FRCVS, Equine Veterinarian. A Member of the Order of Australia, an icon of the equine veterinary industry and a hero of Australian horsemen, Dr Pascoe is described by his peers as having more knowledge, more experience and more wisdom than almost anyone in the veterinary profession worldwide. Dr Pascoe is passionate about the depth and breadth of the information contained in Equine Emergency Rescue saying, “The importance of a clear understanding of the safest rescue procedure cannot be over emphasised.” |
 Chapter 1 – Introduction
What is the worst accident that could happen to a horse? And if that accident were to happen, how confident are you that you could contribute to the horse’s rescue without further injuring him or putting your own life and the lives of others at risk? |
 Chapter 2 – For the Incident Controller
In this book you will find on-scene aid written for those who are not trained in Large Animal Rescue techniques. The format is simple and efficient and each chapter is fully contained. |
 Chapter 3 – Rescuer Safety
Treat a trapped horse as you would a Hazardous Material – a dangerous object that will explode without warning – and conduct the rescue accordingly. |
 Chapter 4 – For the Veterinarian
Because vet students are not routinely trained in Large Animal Rescue, disaster triage or advanced handling of horses, your first exposure to an emergency horse rescue may be when you are thrown in at the deep end following a call from emergency services. |
 Chapter 5 – For the Horse Owner
For your own safety and that of the emergency responders who are trying to save your horse’s life, please… |
 Chapter 6 – Calling for Help
When you call 000 or 112 (111 in New Zealand), remember, the more information you are able to give the operator, the better prepared the responders will be and the quicker the incident will be resolved. |
 Chapter 7 – Extrication from a Horse Trailer or Float
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for trained emergency responders on how to remove a horse that has gone down in a trailer or float or from one that has overturned; how to right an overturned trailer or float; information on the configuration and construction of horse trailers and floats and the disadvantages of using power tools to extricate a horse from a trailer or float. |
 Chapter 8 – Vertical Extraction
Step-by-step instructions on how to extricate a horse from mud, a hole, swimming pool, septic tank or steep gully, using an appropriate harness or slings attached to a crane, A-frame, backhoe or tractor. |
 Chapter 9 – Diagonal Extrication
In situations where a horse is cast in his stable or trapped in a ditch or gully and is unable to stand and walk out, you may use a diagonal extrication as follows… |
 Chapter 10 – Other Rescues
Stress, hypothermia, hyperthermia and changes to the horse’s body from being immersed in water or mud or from lying down for long periods will affect his chances of survival. This chapter covers rescue from mud, gravel, sludge, peat bog, sand, quicksand, swimming pools, open water and flowing water, and describes hobbled lifts and helicopter lifts. |
 Chapter 11 – Horses and Fires
Most people believe that horses in a burning stable will automatically run outside to safety… |
 Chapter 12- How to be Safe around a Horse
To remain safe around a horse you need to understand his nature and limitations. |
 Chapter 13 – Horse First Aid
Your own safety comes first. Call an equine veterinarian and do not attempt treatment until the horse is out of danger and is calm and secure. |
 Chapter 14 – Safe Towing for Horse Owners
By careful planning and making the right decisions, you can make a huge difference to whether your horse arrives safely at his destination or not. |
 Chapter 15 – Knots
There are hundreds of knots for hundreds of purposes and a well-rounded emergency responder knows many of them. But in case emergency responders haven’t arrived, here are a few basic knots that you can use to tie up shelter for your trapped horse, tie him up safely or haul your gear. |
 Chapter 16 – Tips for Emergency Responders on Handling Livestock other than Horses
When accidents involving commercial livestock transporters occur, the scene is often dangerous and confusing. You have an incident within an incident – a motor vehicle accident and a livestock incident.
Equine Emergency Rescue concludes with the following information: Chapter 17 – Making your own Rescue Equipment Chapter 18 – Commercial Rescue Equipment Chapter 19 – Large Animal Rescue training courses in Australia, the UK and USA and a Glossary of Terms, Index and Bibliography
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