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SAERBAG III
Using the Rescue bag
5.4 Using the rescue bag as a chair
If the patient is not traumatized, the rescue bag can also be
used to evacuate the patient in a sitting position. In this case
no patient immobilization device is needed.
1. To prepare the rescue bag, see paragraph 5.3
Preparing
the rescue bag
, page 24.
2. Help the patient into a sitting position.
3. Attach the rings of the lifting bridle to the two links for
the anti rotation line at the head area, using correctly sized
karabiners. Each ring should be connected to the link on the
same side (left with left and right with right).
4. When the rescue bag has been properly prepared, the
patient is correctly secured and all checks have been carried
out, the patient can be lifted. During lifting the patient will
automatically be in a sitting position.
5.5 Rescuing the patient from a rock face
If the patient is rescued from a rock face, the rescue bag
must be prepared beforehand. Ensure that the patient
immobilization device has been placed inside the rescue bag
before it is lowered.
WARNING
Unattended patients may injure themselves. Never
leave a patient in the rescue bag unattended. Always
attend to the patient during rescue operations.
Technical Rescue
Technical Rescue procedures require special skills
and are potentially hazardous activities. No rescue
personnel should attempt technical rescue procedures
unless they have received professional instruction and
training.
