Moving a casualty carries with it the very real risk that you may aggravate his or her injury or condition. Therefore, never move a casualty unless he or she is in immediate danger, or must be moved to shelter while you are waiting for medical help to arrive. Nor must you ever endanger your own safety to move a casualty.
What you will find in this chapter
This chapter shows you the recommended techniques for lifting or dragging a casualty away for danger. There is also advice on the different types stretcher, and how to use them when transport is necessary.
Comprehensive instruction can only be given in a practical first aid training course. The regular uniformed, or professional First Aider may also consult ambulance aid training manuals for further information on handling and transport.
HANDLING AND TRANSPORT RULES:
• Do not move a casualty unless absolutely necessary. Do not endanger your own safety.
• Always explain to a casualty what you are doing, so that he or she can co-operate, if possible.
• Never move a casualty alone if help is available. Make sure helpers understand what they are to do, so that they can co-operate fully.
• When several people are moving a casualty when lifting or carrying a casualty, one person only gives verbal command.
• To protect yourself from back injury when lifting or carrying a casualty, always use the correct lifting technique.
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