This carry is used for a conscious victim who has provided their consent to be moved to safety.


Both lifesavers:

  1. Stand facing each other, on opposite sides of the victim.
  2. Bend their knees and place one arm each around the victim’s waist.
  3. Place free arms under the victim’s thighs and grasp the other lifesaver’s forearm (close to the elbow if possible).
  4. Advise the victim to place their arms around both lifesavers’ shoulders.
  5. Stand up straight at the same time, thus creating a chair.
  6. Move the victim to a safe area while walking at a similar pace.