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Use a level-off technique to place the victim in a horizontal face up position. The cross-chest carry to take the victim to safety if the victim is struggling or when moving through heavy surf. If the time allows, remove the helmet and gear before attempting the rescue. Swim toward the victim, use a level-off technique to place the victim in a horizontal, face-up position. Retain a grip on the victim with one hand. Reach over the victim with the free hand to encircle the victim’s chest. Place the free hand on the victim’s opposite to rib cage, just below armpit. Release the grip once a secure hold is on the victim’s chest. Swim toward safety using the lifesaving stroke while keeping a firm grip on the victim’s chest and rescuer’s hip on the victim’s back.
| Date Taken: | 01.01.2020 |
| Date Posted: | 03.17.2020 16:00 |
| Category: | Series |
| Video ID: | 743317 |
| VIRIN: | 200101-O-BT843-1965 |
| Filename: | DOD_107731133 |
| Length: | 00:00:36 |
| Location: | US |
| Downloads: | 2 |
| High-Res. Downloads: | 2 |
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