The Mammoth Book of Secrets of the SAS & Elite Forces by Jon E. Lewis

Author:Jon E. Lewis
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781780337357
Publisher: Constable Robinson (eBook)

The binding or cravats should be firm enough to prevent movement but not so tight that they limit the blood flow. Use a piece of cloth or bandage so that it does not cut in. Remember to immobilize the joint above and below the fracture.

STRETCHERS

If you need to evacuate a casualty you will need a stretcher. Lightweight rope stretchers, as used in climbing, are ideal and can be carried, one per section. The new issue stretcher is collapsible and can be easily carried in a Bergen.

If you have to improvize, things such as doors and planks are obvious choices, but you may have to make do with branches or rifles. Obviously whatever you use must be as comfortable as possible for those who have to carry it. This becomes increasingly important the further the stretcher has to be carried.

If you do not have a stretcher and haven’t time to improvise, you may have to carry the casualty in, for instance, a fireman’s lift. There are several ways of making things easier for yourself, particularly in getting the casualty up on to your shoulder.

From the recovery position haul the casualty up onto your knee and balance him there while you change grip to under his armpits. Then heave him on to his feet, leaning against you.

Hold out the casualty’s right arm and then duck under the arm. Put your head against his chest and your left arm between his legs, holding the right knee in the crook of your elbow and swing him up onto your shoulders. The higher up you carry him, the easier it is. Hold his right arm and leg together in your left hand and carry your rifle in your right hand.

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