Evacuation Sleds

What is an Evacuation Sled?

An emergency Evacuation Sled is a specialised medical device designed to aid in the evacuation of people who are unable to evacuate themselves during an emergency. These types of sleds utilise low-friction materials and are secured to the patient with restraints to aid the safe movement of patients down stairs, halls and externally while reducing manual lifting.

Evacuation sleds are available in a variety of types and sizes, including rigid high-density polyethylene, mattress-type, soft stretchers and vacuum mattresses for infants, children, adults and bariatric users. The Evacuation sleds can be used in a variety of environments, including hospitals, aged care facilities, schools and commercial buildings. Evacuation sleds enable the safe evacuation of occupants during emergencies when lifts are unavailable. The main features of our Evacuation sleds are patient securement, medical support, compact storage and quick deployment. Evacuation sleds can minimise the risk of injury to occupants and first responders in an emergency, enable efficient evacuation through tight spaces and down stairs. The help organisations to be better prepared for an emergency, support an inclusive evacuation and provide the best outcome for occupants and responders in an emergency.

View our Evacuation Sled Training available nationally.