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Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
4.7 Lifting and Carrying
the Stretcher
• Always lift and carry the stretcher by hand. Do
not attach lifting devices such as ropes or bridles
to the stretcher handholds or pins.
For heavy rescue situations, secure the stretcher
in a transport basket and attach the lifting devices
to the basket.
• Use a minimum of two operators to lift the
stretcher. Use two operators and two helpers to
maintain stability of the stretcher when carrying
an adult patient.
Figure 9 - Preparing to Lift the Stretcher
Important
Do not attach lifting devices (such as ropes or
bridles) to stretcher handholds or pins. Always
lift and carry the stretcher by hand, grasping
the handholds and main frame. In heavy rescue
situations, secure the stretcher in a transport
basket and attach lifting devices to the basket.
Using the Stretcher
Figure 10 - Lifting the Stretcher
To carry the stretcher:
1. Operators stand at opposite ends of the stretcher.
Helpers position themselves as shown in
Using
Additional Help
, page 13.
2. Grasp the handholds with an underhand grip
(palms up), Figure 9.
3. Use proper lifting techniques to lift and carry the
stretcher and patient (Figure 10).
Note: Lift only the weight you can safely handle.
Use additional help as needed when lifting and
carrying the stretcher. See
Using Additional Help,
page 13.