A person in the heat escape lessening posture should place their hands under their armpits to help conserve body heat.
over their chest
Their chest
Over their chest
Over their chest
over their chest
Behind head
In the heat escape lessening posture (HELP), a person should place their hands on their chest with their forearms crossed in front of them. This position helps retain heat and reduces heat loss from the body while waiting to be rescued in cold water.
A person in heat escape lessening posture should place their hands on top of their head to help maintain buoyancy and reduce heat loss through the head. This position also helps to keep the airway clear and aids in signaling for help.
Their chest
over their chest
over their chest