Med Sled 36 – Standard Emergency Evacuation Sled
The Med Sled® 36″ Standard Evacuation Sled is a proven emergency evacuation device designed to help safely and efficiently transport non-ambulatory individuals in crisis situations. Whether it’s a fire, natural disaster, power outage, or medical emergency, this sled enables trained and untrained responders alike to act swiftly, even under high-stress circumstances.
Med Sled 36
Simple and Easy to Use. Stairwell Braking System allows for stairs and controlled descents. Allows a person to transport another person 2-3 times their own weight. Patented design provides patient stabilization.
| Weight: | 10 Lbs. |
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| Dimensions: | 87″ L x 36″ W |
| Stored Dimensions: | 9″ diameter x 36″ W |
Effortless deployment
Designed so a rescuer can drag a patient rather than lift—allowing transport of individuals up to 2–3× the rescuer’s body weight with minimal training.
Stairwell Braking System
Provides safe, controlled descents on stairways; includes perimeter tether for stability.
Durable HDPE construction
Heavy-duty polyethylene resists wear from debris and rough terrain.
Patient safety straps
Equipped with three cross-straps with quick-release buckles, plus a foot‑end T‑strap and foot‑loop for extra support. Curved sides enhance protection.
Multi-purpose capacity
Can secure equipment like IV bags or oxygen cylinders, and still accommodate a backboard or basket stretcher.
Boosts Emergency Preparedness
Enhances building safety protocols, offering peace of mind to all occupants and emergency responders by ensuring readiness and safety compliance.
School and University
Simple and Safe Emergency Evacuations: The Med Sled® offers an intuitive, no-lift solution for evacuating students and staff with mobility challenges, ensuring every individual is safely transported during drills or real emergencies in schools and universities.
Healthcare Sector
Essential for Patient-Centered Emergency Preparedness: The Med Sled® is a critical tool for hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities—enabling staff to quickly and safely evacuate non-ambulatory patients without lifting, even during high-pressure situations.
Office
Reliable Evacuation for Workplace Safety: The Med Sled® ensures that employees with mobility limitations can be quickly and securely evacuated during emergencies, making it an essential addition to any office building’s safety protocol.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
1. Who can use the Med Sled® 36″? Do I need special training?
No special certification is required. The sled is designed for ease of use by virtually anyone—nurses, teachers, security personnel, or office staff. However, basic orientation or a short demo during safety drills is highly recommended for confidence during actual emergencies.
2. Can it be used to evacuate people down staircases?
Yes, absolutely. The sled is equipped with a patented stairwell braking system and perimeter tether for controlled descents down stairs—even in multi-story buildings.
3. How much weight can it safely carry?
The standard model supports up to 350 lbs (160 kg) during regular use. However, it has been stress-tested up to 1,000 lbs, offering an extra layer of safety in extreme situations.
4. Can a single person evacuate someone using this sled?
Yes. The design allows a single person to transport a patient who may be 2–3 times their own body weight, thanks to the drag-and-roll mechanics that reduce physical strain.
5. What if the person being evacuated has an IV or oxygen tank?
The Med Sled® has space and strapping options to secure medical equipment like IV bags or small oxygen tanks alongside the patient. It also fits standard backboards if spinal support is needed.
6. Where should we store it in our facility?
It rolls into a compact form (around 9″ diameter) and can be wall-mounted or placed in emergency stations, stairwells, under beds, or inside closets for quick access.