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The victim should usually be carried in a reclining position, unless the injury is slight. Ordinarily he will wish to have his feet at the front of the toboggan so he can see where he is going. If a leg has been broken, care must be taken that it does not press against the upturned end of the toboggan. If shock is severe, the victim should be placed so that his head will be downhill. Injured limbs must be well supported and must not be subjected to strain from cords used to tie the man to the toboggan, from pulling ropes, or from the weight of heavy covering. At least eight good skiers are needed to handle the toboggan properly unless the snow is hard and the distance short. In the interests of efficiency, one of them should be designated as leader of the group. Ropes for pulling should be tied to all four corners and an additional line may be rigged to the middle of the front of the toboggan. The corner lines must not be longer than necessary or they will render wood-running very difficult. At least one man should be stationed behind the toboggan as brake and rudder. If the snow is not deep, those doing the pulling should tie their skis to the toboggan and walk on the snow. This is particularly important for the men in the rear. If it is necessary to wear skis, rope or cord may be tied around them to prevent sliding. Plush skins will help. |
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