IMPROVISED STRETCHERSrescue

Learning Objectives

Able to construct different types of improvised stretchers

Transport casualties using improvised stretchers

Introduction Types of improvised stretchers Questions and Answers Construction and usage of improvised

stretchers Conclusion

Usage of improvised stretchers whenever there is shortage of collapsible stretchers

Usage of improvised stretchers in places inaccessible to collapsible stretchers

Rolled blanket stretcher

Blanket and 2 poles stretcher

Belt or shirt and 2 poles stretcher

Chair Stretcher

Hammock Stretcher

Rescue helmet and gloves to be worn at all times

Smart 4 rolled down to Long 4 Ensure all surrounding hazards are

cleared before approaching for victim for rescue

Make sure hands are tucked into the belt and legs are crossed

Side will be rolled inwards

Side will be rolled inwards

Rolled Blanket Stretcher

Fold the blanket over the pole on

one side

Blanket and 2 Poles Stretcher

Ensure that the width of the stretcher is able to accommodate the casualty and there is maximum overlapping of the blanket to ensure strength and stability of the improvised stretcher.

Side to be rolled over the poles

inwards

Blanket and 2 Poles Stretcher

End product

Belt and 2 Poles Stretcher

Slip 2 poles into 4 belts

HeadWaistKneesAnkle

Shirt and 2 Poles Stretcher

Shirt to be buttoned and buttons are to be on the underside

Sleeves are to be pulled into the shirt

Poles are slipped through the sleeves

Shirt and 2 Poles Stretcher

End product

Chair Stretcher

Front Rescuer lift the front two legs of

the chair

Rear Rescuer lift the bottom of the

backrest

Hammock Stretcher

PRACTICE ON IMPROVISED STRETCHER

Q & ASESSION….

Conclusion

Knowing how to improvise stretchers will ensure the comfort and well being of casualties when transporting the casualty without the availability of an actual stretcher.