Safe Two-Person Seat Carry Technique: Step-by-Step Guide

This is often called a "seat carry," since the formation resembles a seat.

Instructions

• 1

  Position the injured person on his or her back, with knees bent at 90 degrees.

• 2

  Stand facing each other on either side of the injured person.

• 3

  Squat down, keeping the back as straight as possible.

• 4

  Put one arm under the injured person's back, crossing your arm with that of the other rescuer so that you are grabbing each other's shoulders.

• 5

  Put the other arm under the injured person's thighs, crossing your arm with that of the other rescuer so that you are grabbing each other's wrists.

• 6

  Lift the injured person by straightening your legs, being careful to keep your back as straight as possible.

• 7

  Carry the injured person to safety.