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SAERBAG III
Using the Rescue bag
5.3 Preparing the rescue bag
1. After immobilizing the patient correctly on the immobilization device, place the rescue bag on the ground and position
the lifting bridle and straps to the side (Figure 56).
2. Open the rescue bag (Figure 57).
3.
Position the immobilized patient on the device inside the rescue bag, inserting the head area first (Figure 58) and then
the foot area (Figure 59). Insert the head area of the stretcher (SCOOPEXL stretcher/backboard) in the special housing
in the rescue bag.
Figure 56 - Positioning the rescue bag on the ground
Figure 57 - Opening the rescue bag
Figure 58 – Inserting the head area
Figure 59 – Inserting the foot area
4. Adjust the length of the rescue bag correctly, using the internal length adjustment system in order to hold the stretcher and
avoid it slipping out during rescue operations. Ensure the rescue bag is adjusted so that it perfectly fits the immobilization
device. To adjust the length see paragraph 4.1
Length Adjustment
, page 9.
5. Use the 6 internal straps to ensure that the SCOOPEXL stretcher/backboard is secured even more safely inside the rescue
bag. Apply the straps in correspondence with the SCOOPEXL stretcher/backboard, placing them in the appropriate loops
and fastening them with Velcro to firmly wrap the handles of the SCOOPEXL stretcher/backboard. To apply the straps
see paragraph 4.8,
Securing straps
, page 22.
6. Before closing the rescue bag, ensure that the patient is properly immobilized on the device inside.
