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| − | + | The Fireman's Carry technique used to be a common way for firefighters to carry someone from danger but it's no longer used in that scenario because it exposes the victim's airway to smoke. However, this method is still used by soldiers and [[Become a Lifeguard|lifeguards]] because it allows the rescuer to carry the victim for some distance relatively quickly, with less discomfort and risk of further injury than various other carrying positions. Inappropriate techniques may cause injury to either the carrier or the victim, so make sure you know what you're doing before attempting the fireman's carry! | |
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#Move the victim. Now that you have the victim draped safely over your back, you should look forward and move cautiously, using your free arm for balance. To do this, you'll need to adjust your weight. Gently adjust the weight to distribute evenly among both shoulders; this will enable you to carry the person for longer distances, possibly 50 feet (15 m) or more. Try to keep the victim's torso level to prevent further injury. | #Move the victim. Now that you have the victim draped safely over your back, you should look forward and move cautiously, using your free arm for balance. To do this, you'll need to adjust your weight. Gently adjust the weight to distribute evenly among both shoulders; this will enable you to carry the person for longer distances, possibly 50 feet (15 m) or more. Try to keep the victim's torso level to prevent further injury. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
