Patient Evacuation Ski Pad

The Patient Evacuation Ski Pad is a durable, padded evacuation device designed to enable the swift and safe movement of non-ambulatory patients across various surfaces, including down staircases, during emergency situations. Commonly used in hospitals, care homes, schools, and multi-story buildings, the Ski Pad allows for effective evacuation when lifts are inaccessible or unsafe to use.

Key Features:

• Integrated Ski Runners:
  Fitted with smooth, rigid runners on the underside to reduce friction, allowing controlled, low-effort movement over floors and stairs.

• Thick Protective Padding:
  The base of the pad features internal foam padding that cushions the patient, providing protection and comfort during transit.

• Adjustable Safety Straps:
  Strong, adjustable webbing straps secure the patient firmly in place, preventing movement or injury during evacuation.

• Reinforced Construction:
  Built from flame-retardant, waterproof materials that are easy to clean and designed for repeated use in high-pressure situations.

• Multiple Handling Points:
  Equipped with heavy-duty pull straps at both ends and side handles for optimal control and team coordination when maneuvering.

• Compact and Easy to Store:
  Folds or rolls for convenient storage under beds, in evacuation trolleys, or wall-mounted brackets for quick access.

Benefits:

• Enables Fast, Safe Evacuation: Designed for single or team use, even in challenging environments

• Minimizes Risk of Injury: Reduces manual handling strain for rescuers and keeps the patient protected

• Reliable in Crisis: Built to withstand demanding emergency conditions

• Essential for Preparedness: A key component of any building’s evacuation plan

The Patient Evacuation Ski Pad is an essential evacuation tool, combining safety, speed, and ease of use. Its specialized design ensures patients can be transported with dignity and care when every second counts.

Evacuation Ski Pad

Since the changes to the Fire Services Act 1981 in 2003, the Fire Service is no longer obliged to provide a “complete evacuation service” for premises, thus placing the onus upon the business owner and changes in the ‘Disability Act’ – which now states that everyone must have the same right of evacuation in an emergency.