What is the purpose of heavy shoring in truck rollovers?

Heavy shoring in truck rollovers serves a crucial role in ensuring safety during the extrication process. Specifically, its primary purpose is to prevent the truck from rolling back. During a rollover scenario, a truck can become unstable, and any movement could pose significant risks to both the rescuers and the accident victims. By using heavy shoring, responders provide a mechanical support system that secures the vehicle in place, minimizing the chance of further accidents or injury from the vehicle shifting unexpectedly.

While stabilizing equipment and supporting the weight of the load are important considerations in various rescue scenarios, they are not the direct objectives of heavy shoring in the context of a truck rollover. Enhancing fuel efficiency is unrelated to the process of stabilization and safety during an extrication, making it an irrelevant option in this context. Heavy shoring focuses specifically on maintaining positional stability for the truck, allowing responders to perform their duties effectively and safely.