FIREMAN’S CARRY TECHNIQUE 🚒 The fireman’s carry is a basic rescue movement, not limited to fire incidents. It is used during non-fire rescues when a victim must be moved quickly and no spinal injury is suspected. This technique allows a rescuer to lift and carry a victim over the shoulders, keeping the victim balanced while freeing one hand for stability or movement through tight spaces. 💪 Why we train this • Improves strength and balance • Reinforces proper body mechanics • Enhances decision-

Last night, during First Responder Appreciation Night at the Portland Trail Blazers game, one of Portland Police Bureau’s patrol sergeants joined a Portland Fire & Rescue lieutenant to perform the national anthem before tipoff. Two public servants, one from PPB and one from PF&R, representing their bureaus and the shared responsibility of serving Portland—on duty and off. | Portland Police Bureau