CMC/SKEDCO Drag-N-Lift Harness CMC DRAG-N-LIFT HARNESS

Description

For those who prioritize safety and efficiency in emergency situations, the CMC/SKEDCO Drag-N-Lift Harness™ stands out as the ultimate solution. Designed specifically for scenarios where spinal immobilization is secondary, this innovative device ensures swift and secure patient extraction from confined spaces. With its revolutionary fast load-and-go technique, responders can quickly package the patient for either vertical lifting, horizontal carrying, or drag extraction, maximizing the chances of a successful rescue.

The compact design of the Sked stretcher guarantees easy storage and transportation, making it a favorite among safety professionals globally. Its heavy-duty E-Z glide plastic construction cleverly becomes rigid to encase the patient safely, while offering various transport options through its multitude of handles and straps. Whether it’s carrying horizontally, lifting vertically, or dragging with ease across surfaces, the harness provides unparalleled versatility.

Furthermore, in situations where spinal immobilization becomes crucial, the harness seamlessly integrates with the Skedco Oregon Spine Splint (OSS II) and cervical collar, ensuring the patient’s safety is never compromised. This adaptability makes the CMC/SKEDCO Drag-N-Lift Harness™ an essential tool for any safety-conscious team, ensuring rapid, secure, and flexible patient care in critical moments.

Safety and Compatibility Features:

• Rapid Extrication: Optimized for both quick vertical lift and secure horizontal carry or drag, ensuring swift patient extraction.
• Secure Attachment Points: Specifically designed for use with lifting bridle/spreader bar for vertical lift scenarios.
• Spinal Immobilization Compatibility: Works seamlessly with OSS II and other spinal immobilization devices for comprehensive patient care.

Patient Comfort and Security:

• Patient Restraint: Integrated harness assembly securely restrains the patient, minimizing movement and increasing safety.
• Comfort Design: Padded back section and leg loops provide enhanced comfort for the patient during transport.

Operational Efficiency:

• Quick Patient Packaging: Improved color-coded straps and Steel Snap-Hook Buckles for fast and efficient patient packaging.
• Ease of Handling: Equipped with multiple handles for easy positioning and moving of the patient, facilitating smoother rescue operations.

Durability and Maintenance:

• Durable Materials: Features a replaceable Skedco E-Z glide plastic drag sheet to protect both patient and harness.
• Corrosion-Resistant: Built with corrosion-resistant hardware for longevity in diverse conditions.
• Easy Cleaning: Designed for easy cleaning, ensuring readiness for any situation.
• X-Ray Translucent: Allows for medical evaluations without needing to move the patient.

Quality and Standards:

• Storage Solution: Includes a heavy-duty, water-resistant Cordura nylon storage bag for convenient transport and protection.
• Certification: UL Classified to NFPA 1983 (2017) as a Class III Victim Extrication Device, affirming its adherence to stringent safety standards.
• Made in USA: Proudly manufactured in the USA, utilizing both domestic and foreign components to ensure top quality and reliability.

Spinal Immobilization Protocol

Recently, there’s been a noticeable rise in EMS agencies adopting a forward-thinking, evidence-driven strategy to reduce the overuse of spinal immobilizations in the field. While it’s necessary for emergency responders to immobilize certain trauma patients, it’s also true that many are immobilized when it’s not needed. Spinal immobilization is not without its drawbacks; it can lead to longer scene times, delays in reaching definitive care, difficulties in managing the airway, increased patient pain and discomfort, and unnecessary radiographic tests. A significant number of trauma patients can be effectively assessed and managed without the need for spinal immobilization, provided they fulfill the criteria set out in pre-hospital spinal assessment guidelines. Comprehensive training and regular updates are crucial for the success of a selective immobilization protocol. Always consult the specific medical directives related to spinal immobilization procedures in your area.