In 2004 whilst delivering a moving and handling training course to the Northern Ireland Ambulance service the question of taking people downstairs who couldn’t use a chair and carrying a person across rough ground who couldn’t lay flat was discussed.
The conventional carry sheet was not suitable as the person would be at risk of falling out. “ Why doesn’t someone make a carry sheet with a footpocket that would address this issue? “ was asked by a member of the training team.
✅ So we did!
An instant success and now available in standard and bariatric size with a tested weight capability of 333kgs.
This can be used to transport people in a semi recumbent position and crews can also place scoop stretchers inside to improve postures and thereby reduce risk of injury.
In the past few weeks a total of 97 have been shipped to Yorkshire and West Midlands Ambulance trusts, ERS Medical Services and Devon Air Ambulance.
Head to our Moving and Handling Equipment shop to see all the products we have available
