This document outlines guidelines for extrication and rescue methods for emergency teams. It discusses the 7 basic steps to any operation which include size-up, hazard control, gaining access, providing life-saving care, disentanglement, preparing for removal, and removal of the patient. Key points emphasized are stabilizing hazards first, avoiding rushing extractions, and properly packaging patients while maintaining spinal precautions before removing them from the vehicle or scene of the incident. Planning, training, and following established protocols are stressed as essential to successful rescue operations.