A sling 10 for lifting a person comprises a back panel 12 for supporting the back of a person, two leg panels 14 each for supporting the leg of a person, each leg panel 14 connected to the back panel 12, and each leg panel 14 comprising a first smooth layer and a second knitted fabric layer, the first smooth layer and the second knitted fabric layer of each leg panel 14 in direct contact with no additional layers, and one or more fastening components 18 connected to the panels 12, 14.
