Rescue in Extreme Environments
It's challenging to describe rescue equipment for rescue missions in general terms as it can range from water rescue, mountain rescue, high-altitude rescue, rescue in inaccessible terrain, and in, for example, confined spaces.
Based on the mission, the choice and need for equipment can vary significantly, including handling severely hypothermic patients.
Forest, Land, and Mountain Rescue
Rescue work in inaccessible environments such as forest, land, and mountain rescue etc. poses different requirements for the equipment. Sometimes the equipment needs to be transported by hand, and injured individuals must be rescued in steep surroundings.
Ferno also manufactures its own products specifically designed for use in rugged terrain environments. This includes everything from wheels for rescue stretchers to using materials like titanium to move equipment over longer distances.
Products for inaccessible environments
Traverse Mule II Rescue Wheel
Traverse PORTER Rescue Wheel
Ferno M71 Rescue Wheel
Wheel kit for Titan 32 - new version
TIROL-KIT Xtreme Control Rescue Wheel
Water Rescue and Maritime Environments
Water rescue and rescue operations in water and inaccessible environments demand high standards for personnel and equipment. Ferno Norden is a global player with products specially designed for rescue operations in water environments, including evacuation equipment, rescue stretchers, and flotation devices, among others.
A rescue mission in a water environment can vary greatly, and the choice of equipment depends on the injury situation.
Products for water rescue
PXB Pool Rescue Spineboard
Evacuation cot Ferno XT Floating
Germa Navy Rescue Mattress II
Traverse Flotation Collar Double Foam Log, Yellow
Najo RediHold backboard m/10
Artic Saana Poncho Hypothermia blanket
Rescue in Confined Spaces, Shafts, and Pits
In industrial settings, various construction environments, or when working with utilities such as water and sewage, work often takes place in particularly hazardous environments, including confined or tight spaces or at heights. There are clear laws and regulations that require workplace design, ventilation, risk assessments, and equipment, among other things.
Part of this work involves having a plan for rescue and evacuation in the event of acute injuries or illness among personnel. It is important to have a prepared plan and equipment in place to handle the task. The choice of equipment is determined by the conditions in the environment.
Products for rescue in confined spaces
Basket Stretcher Traverse Pinnacle Titanium Divisible
Ferno Paraguard™ Excel NATO Rescue Stretcher
Ferno®XT PRO extrication complete
Rescue Stretcher, Ferno Life Saver
KED® PRO Extrication orange complete.
Rescue stretcher Ferno XTRIC8
Rescue Stretcher Traverse Spartan Titanium Divisible
Basket Stretcher Traverse Titanium Tapered Divisible
Basket Stretcher Traverse Advantage
Movement Restriction, Stabilization, and Fixation
Effective patient handling begins with the right equipment for immobilization and transport. Our vacuum splints, vacuum mattresses, and scoop stretchers are designed to ensure safe and stable handling of injured patients, even in the most challenging situations.
Vacuum splints conform to the body for optimal support and stabilization and are easy to use even in rough terrain. Vacuum mattresses provide superior comfort and immobilization and are built to withstand tough conditions and varying temperatures. Scoop stretchers offer precise and secure transfer with a robust and flexible design that adapts to the patient's needs.
With a focus on safety, comfort, and ease of use, our solutions are ideal for professionals who prioritize patient safety.
Products for Movement Restriction, Stabilization, and Fixation
Germa EasyFix PLUS II Vacuum Mattress
Vacuum Splint Set Blue Line Complete Kit R2G
Scoop EXL stretcher, Yellow
X-Spider Multicolor strap
Splint, Ferno Flex Splint, red/grey
Ferno® XT Extrication dev complete
CT-7 Traction Splint EMS
Germa EasyFix Plus Vacuum splint-set R2G
Tripod Quapod Bridge System
Rescue missions often involve lifting a person in distress from wells, cliffs, over quaysides, and similar situations. This type of advanced rescue requires the use of a tripod, quapod, or larger systems such as the Arachnipod Bridge.
All our products in this area are carefully designed for quick adaptation to various rescue missions and are engineered to function effectively in professional rescue operations. See below for our products designed for this purpose.
Tripod Quapod Bridgesystem products
Arachnipod Total Edge system 2M
Tripod EAGLE NEST 3
Arachnipod Standard Bridge 2M
Arachnipod Standard Tripod
Arachnipod Quadpod
Arachnipod Advantage Tripod
Hypothermia
Missions in advanced environments often involve rescuing wet and severely chilled patients who may have a long transport distance. This places high demands on effective hypothermia products. Ferno Norden offers a wide range of products and solutions to address factors such as wind, low temperatures, snow, and precipitation.
Mild hypothermia: The core temperature is 32-35 degrees Celsius. You feel cold with increased heart and respiratory rates. You may experience shivering, increased respiratory rate, increased heart rate, and increased blood pressure. You become apathetic and have trouble making wise decisions. In this situation, passive heating, warm drinks, and nutrition are usually sufficient.
Moderate hypothermia: The core temperature is 28-32 degrees Celsius. Breathing becomes shallow. The heart rate slows down, the cold freezes the body, and the person approaches unconsciousness. The situation is serious, and medical treatment is urgently necessary. In this situation, part of the treatment involves applying external heat.
