Rapid extraction system
View Patent ↗A rapid extraction harness for dragging a victim from a dangerous area may include at least two straps. The straps may each include a hook portion with a section of hooks and a loop portion including a section of loops opposite the hook portion. The section of hooks and the section of loops may removably attach to each other. Each strap may also include a connection point between the hook portion and the loop portion. A connector may be attached to the connection point of each of the straps.
1. A harness apparatus for rapid extraction of an incapacitated victim by a rescuer from an emergency situation while the rescuer is in crouched or crawling position near a ground level, the apparatus consisting of:
a continuous annular connector;
a first strap extending through the annular connector and connected to itself at a central portion to define an interior enclosing the annular connector, wherein first and second strap portions extend from the central portion to respective distal ends that are selectively fastened to each other with a fastening feature;
a second strap extending through the annular connector and connected to itself at a central portion to define an interior enclosing the annular connector, wherein third and fourth strap portions extend from the central portion to respective distal ends that are selectively fastened to each other.
2. The harness apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the fastening feature is a hook and a loop, respectively.
3. The harness apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the fastening feature is corresponding adhesive portions.