2.3.2 improvised stretchers

1. IMPROVISED
STRETCHERSrescue

2. Learning Objectives
Able to construct different types of
improvised stretchers
Transport casualties using improvised
stretchers

3. Introduction
Types of improvised stretchers
Questions and Answers
Construction and usage of improvised
stretchers
Conclusion

4. Usage of improvised stretchers whenever
there is shortage of collapsible stretchers
Usage of improvised stretchers in places
inaccessible to collapsible stretchers

5. Rolled blanket stretcher
Blanket and 2 poles stretcher
Belt or shirt and 2 poles stretcher
Chair Stretcher
Hammock Stretcher

6. 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

7. Make sure hands are tucked into the belt and
legs are crossed

8. Side will be rolled
inwards
Side will be rolled inwards
Rolled Blanket Stretcher

9. 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

10. Blanket and 2 Poles Stretcher
End product

11. Belt and 2 Poles Stretcher
Slip 2 poles into 4 belts
HeadWaistKnees
Ankle

12. 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

13. Shirt and 2 Poles Stretcher
End product

14. Chair Stretcher
Front Rescuer lift
the front two legs of
the chair
Rear Rescuer lift
the bottom of the
backrest

15. Hammock Stretcher

16. PRACTICE ON
IMPROVISED STRETCHER

17. Q & A
SESSION….

18. 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.