DRAGUSAFE POUCH

1
DRAG-U-SAFE POUCH

• Kept on BLUE (RIT-AIR) Bag.

2
OBJECTIVES

• Overview and characteristics of the Drag-u-safe
  pouch.
• Care and maintenance.
• Different practical uses of pouch when doing
  R.I.T., searches, etc.

3
DRAG-U-SAFE POUCH

• A 7 long piece of 1tubular webbing, rated at
  6,000 lbs (webbing, not stitching), kept in a 3
  X 3 canvas pouch. The pouch is secured to the
  airpack by snaps.
• Straps and bags are labeled RIT and should remain
  on their assigned bag.
• Is not designed for descending (window bails
  etc.), however this has been done in drills and
  will hold a substantial amount of weight if
  needed.

4
PLACEMENT AND CHECK

• Will be located on the BLUE (RIT-AIR) Bag, on
  black buckle that holds facepiece/regulator/5 ft.
  UAC hose flap closed.
• Needs to be checked daily-as part of your
  equipment checkout (no need to take case off, but
  strap shall be checked to ensure it will properly
  deploy.)
• Ensure bag is snapped between loop.

5
Attaches To RIT Airbag
Strap goes through belt loop of RIT Airbag
6
Packing the Drag-U-Safe Pouch
7
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Should be cleaned periodically or when excessive
  dirt buildup is noticed. (treat like rope and
  webbing)
• Can be cleaned with mild detergent in washing
  machine and hung to dry.

8
USES

• Many uses, not limited to what we pass on today,
  train with it and you will find even more ways!
• An advantage with this strap as compared to just
  a piece of webbing, is that the length allows the
  Firefighter to use their legs, with handles at
  an average height.
• Three primary drags SCBA drag, leg drag, and
  torso drag.
• SCBA drag Strap will go through both SCBA
  harness straps, grab loops and pull with legs!
  (if possible)

9
USES
SCBA Drag Loop through SCBA straps as shown
10
USES

• LEG DRAG apply around lower leg/ankle area and
  put one loop through the other and pull (making a
  girth hitch). Can pull out of small spaces so
  proper drag can be made.

11
Torso Drag

• Pull webbing around torso/back of person, then up
  each armpit to make the drag (similar to SCBA
  drag, except this would be used for a civilian).

12
If needed, can wrap webbing around wrist to
shorten.
Allows you to use legs, with handles at an
average height for the firefighter.
13
USES

• Very helpful tool for searching.
• Can use the metal, welded rings on the canvas
  bags with a carabiner to attach the strap so a
  search can be made (tethered).
• A firefighter can hold one loop, while another
  firefighter holds the other loop creating a very
  wide search path.
• Limited only by your imagination.

14
CONCLUSION

• Not limited to what we have taught today, train
  and find other ways.
• Make sure to check pouches daily.
• Practicals.