How to Perform the Fireman's Lift

Firemen are trained to perform the fireman's lift with easy and accuracy, but the average person might not recognize the skill and technique involved. Emergencies arise everyday, and the need to perform a fireman's lift could fall on non-expecting shoulders. These quick tips will help deliver the fireman's lift in an accurate manner.

Instructions

1. Lift the victim to his feet. Performing the fireman's lift on a victim who is lying down or slumped on the ground is impossible. As a result, the injured or incapacitate victim must be placed in an upright standing position.

2. Face the victim toward you. As you are lifting the victim to an upright position, make sure that she is facing you. Your right leg should be bent at the knee and placed between the victim's thighs. The majority of the weight should be placed on that front foot.

3. Grip the victim's right hand. In order to accurately administer the fireman's lift, grab the victim's right hand with your left hand. Place your right arm between the victim's legs right under his crotch area.

4. Wrap your right arm around the thigh. As you place your right arm through the victim's thighs and under the crotch area, wrap your right arm around the victim's right thigh.

5. Bend using your knees. Bending at the knees and using your right arm like a lever, pull the victim up and over your right shoulder. As much as possible, try to distribute the weight evenly and use your legs to burden the bulk of the weight. Avoid using your back for the lift when performing the fireman's lift.