In this Rega Video: The rescue hoist is used when the helicopter is not able to land near the casualty. During a hoist mission, the paramedic assumes the role of hoist operator. He operates the hoist using a remote-control unit and lowers the emergency flight physician or the rescue specialist to the ground. This requires multitasking and teamwork. In our video, you can see how the crew interact during a hoist operation and how they feel when performing these missions.
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