Preparing for evacuation involves several steps.
- Prepare the casualty to be evacuated (securing loose bandages, equipment, blankets, etc.) and place them on a litter appropriate for the type of evacuation.
- Prepare the site by directing the supporting personnel to establish security and a casualty movement process (often with litter-bearer teams), and by staging the casualties in the correct priority for evacuation.
- Prepare the incoming evacuation assets by communicating with them about the casualty status and anticipated requirements during the evacuation.