Technology Description

This technology is disaster management or emergency medical kit designed to provide rescue workers with a comprehensive set of tools and supplies that are most commonly needed in emergency or disaster settings. The kit is designed to meet the needs of a wide array of disaster or emergency scenarios such as:

• Floods
  
• Earthquakes
  
• Fires
  
• Automobile or train accidents
  
• Industrial accidents
  
• Crowd-related incidents (stampedes)

The kit is comprised of two major components: the Sanjeevani Floating Stretcher and the Rescue Kit. Each is described below.

The Sanjeevani Stretcher is designed as a multi-purpose rescue device. The stretcher is intended to be used as a conventional stretcher or carry-litter for use in transporting the injured. When not in use, the stretcher folds into a small shape and can be stored inside the Sanjeevani kit bag. Unlike conventional stretchers, the Sanjeevani stretcher is always a part of the rescue kit and there is no need to carry a separate, conventional stretcher. Another advantage that the Sanjeevani stretcher has over conventional stretchers is its flexibility. Unlike standard, rigid stretchers, the Sanjeevani stretcher can be flexed to pass through small openings or through a stairwell.

Another key feature of the Sanjeevani stretcher is its ability to float. Flotation allows the Sanjeevani stretcher to transport victims across flooder expanses. It can also be used as an emergency flotation device that can aid in the rescue of people stranded in flooded areas.

The Sanjeevani stretcher can also be used as a body bag for the transport of deceased victims. To use the stretcher in this manner, the body is placed inside the bag and the zippers are closed, securing the body securely and hygienically.

The Sanjeevani stretcher is rectangular- shaped stretcher bag made of non-woven fabric material, with zippers running along both sides. Eight handles are provided to facilitate easy carrying of rescued victims. A flexible, one inch thick Polyurethane foam sheet is sandwiched inserted between two layers of material on the bottom side of the stretcher. The foam provides buoyancy for the stretcher.

Contact details:

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