Evacuating a Casualty using a SKED
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Steps to using the SKED Remove the SKED from its pack and place on ground Unfasten the retainer straps Unroll the SKED completely Place SKED next to patient with the head end next to patient’s head and the straps under the SKED
Log roll the casualty onto his side in a steady and even manner while keeping his head and neck supported Slide the SKED under the patient Gently roll the casualty onto his back and onto the middle of the SKED Pull the strap from under the SKED and secure the straps across the patient Steps to using the SKED
Secure all four cross straps and buckles Secure the patient’s lower extremities to the SKED using the foot straps, grommets and buckles at the foot end of the SKED. Ensure the patient is safely secured to the SKED without additional injury to him. Steps to using the SKED
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