CONDITIONS: Given a casualty on a standard Army litter and an uphill obstacle.

STANDARDS: Evacuate the casualty uphill without causing further injury.

NOTE: The litter is normally carried uphill with the casualty’s head forward. However, if the casualty has a fracture of the lower extremities, the litter is carried with the casualty’s feet forward.

1. From the 4-person carry position, bearer number 1 gives the command, "Uphill Carry, MOVE."

2. Bearer number 2 changes his or her hold on the litter handle to the other hand.

3. Bearer number 2 steps between the handles and takes full support of the litter.

4. Bearer number 1 releases his or her hold.

5. Bearer number 1 steps one pace in front of the squad to lead.

6. The four bearers proceed uphill as shown in Figure 3-48a.

7. Bearer numbers 3 and 4 keep the litter level.

8. After clearing the obstacle, the bearers resume the 4-person carry.

9. Did not cause further injury to the casualty.

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Figure 3-48. Transport a Casualty Uphill.