Evacuate Casualties Reviews
Fireman’s Carry
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&pageText=The fireman’s carry is one of the easiest ways for one individual to carry another. It is used for an unconscious or severely injured casualty. After the casualty has been properly positioned, he is raised from the ground. The procedures for the fireman’s carry are to:& &mediaStyle=swf& &popText1=After rolling the casualty onto his abdomen, straddle him. Extend your hands under his chest and lock them together.& &popText2=Lift the casualty to his knees as you move backward.& &popText3=Continue to move backward, thus straightening the casualty’s legs and locking his knees.& &popText4=Walk forward, bringing the casualty to a standing position; tilt him slightly backward to prevent his knees from buckling.& &popText5=As you maintain constant support of the casualty with one arm, free your other arm, quickly grasp his wrist, and raise his arm high. Instantly pass your head under his raised arm, releasing it as you pass under it.& &popText6=Move swiftly to face the casualty and secure your arms around his waist. Immediately place your foot between his feet and spread them apart (approximately 6 to 8 inches).& &popText7=Grasp the casualty’s wrist and raise his arm high over your head.& &popText8=Bend down and pull the casualty’s arm over and down on your shoulder, bringing his body across your shoulders. At the same time, pass your arm between his legs.& &popText9=Grasp the casualty’s wrist with one hand, and place your other hand on your knee for support.& &popText10=Rise with the casualty positioned correctly. Your other hand is free for use.&