This carry is used for a conscious victim who has provided their consent to be moved to safety.
Both lifesavers:
- Stand facing each other, on opposite sides of the victim.
- Bend their knees and place one arm each around the victim’s waist.
- Place free arms under the victim’s thighs and grasp the other lifesaver’s forearm (close to the elbow if possible).
- Advise the victim to place their arms around both lifesavers’ shoulders.
- Stand up straight at the same time, thus creating a chair.
- Move the victim to a safe area while walking at a similar pace.