The Ankle Drag is intended for moving which kind of person?

• A. A small person
• B. A person who is too large to move another way
• C. A person who is conscious
• D. A person who is seated

Answer: (B)

The key idea here is that the ankle drag is a quick way to move someone when lifting or carrying them by other methods isn’t feasible because they’re too large. By dragging by the ankles, a single rescuer can relocate a person who can’t be moved safely using standard carries, without trying to lift their torso. This makes it the best option specifically for moving a person who is too heavy to move another way. It’s not about whether the person is conscious or seated, and it isn’t about a small person who can be moved with gentler techniques; those situations are handled differently. Use this method only when it’s necessary to move someone to safety and when safer options aren’t possible.