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$95 Size: 32" wide x 72" long Color: Brown This soft stretcher is designed to rapidly transport a casualty in a hostile environment. The soft transport litter is simple to use and extremely durable. Light and compact, the soft stretcher is constructed of material that is impervious to fluids, making it easy to clean.
The soft stretcher is:
Hand Hold
To form the handhold, simply fold the corner over and into the slot. This provides a smooth edge to grasp and is ready to lift.
Straps
Two straps secure the casualty and may tighten from either direction. They are quick to use and offer a secure closure. The shoulders and pelivis act as a natural wedge when the straps are secured around them, preventing downward movement. This is important when the casualty is being transported by the two person drag method. This strapping method negates the need for groin straps which are uncomfortable and time consuming to attach when under stress. The straps can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement.
Video of a carry by four people. Video of a slow drag by two people. Video of a fast drag by two people.
ARUC systems owner, Kevin Aston, recently wrote an article published in SWAT Magazine. Read the article.
Reprinted with permission of S.W.A.T. Magazine, 2007©
Carry Options
The litter may be carried by two or four people, dragged by two people, or dragged by one person.
To drag, lift from the head-end and drag the litter forward. Rapid movement is possible with this method. Two rigid poles may also be passed through the hand holds and strap attachment points if needed. The two strap attachment points may be adjusted to accommodate the poles.
Sleeping pads may be placed on the soft stretcher to provide comfort and to assist in immobilization.
The soft litter transport is designed to carry a single casualty. The soft stretcher may be used to carry equipment using good judgment.
The SLICK is not intended for technical or high-angle rescue.
