Abstract: Apparatus consisting of a carrying pole and related equipment capable of releasable attachment on the one hand to frame members of at least two backpack frames worn by human bearers and on the other hand either directly to a load or to a portable carrier in which a patient or goods may be transported. The design affords a high degree of flexibility in carrying loads over difficult terrain with the use of the body's strongest carrying muscles. In different embodiments it may be used with either specialized or standard backpack frames.

Abstract: A backpack frame is especially designed, together with ancillary equipment, to make easier the transportation of a litter or other load carrier by two or more human bearers acting in concert. The backpack frame contains features which permit the attachment of a connecting device which may in turn be attached to the frame of a litter or load carrier. The connecting device is attached to the backpack frame by means of a system of cables connected to a hand-operated winch which is mounted on the frame and which permits upward or downward adjustment of the height at which the load is carried while the bearers are actually in motion.

Abstract: A backpack frame-borne carrier readily and removably attachable at its opposite ends to frame members of backpack frames and permitting the carriage of a patient or other loads, the carrier being supported at the head and shoulder height of human carriers wearing the backpacks. The carrier is arranged to be readily compacted for ease in transport to the place of need and to be quickly assembled for use. Retractable legs support the patient or other loads during rest periods and while bearers are donning or removing the backpacks.

Abstract: For controlling a child, a baby garment such as a shirt, blouse or jacket is disclosed having a handle incorporated on its upper back preferably on the back of the collar below the downturned collar portion in cases where the garment has a collar. The handle may be stitched directly to the garment or provided through eyelets or rings provided in the garment. In addition, if desired, the handle may be provided with a ring slidable along the handle and which can accommodate a rein or an additional control handle or element.