Make sure that:
•
All clips/loops are securely attached
(See Fig. 4 ) and (See Fig. 6 )
•
All straps are straight (not twisted)
•
If an adjustment is needed, lower the patient and
make sure that the weight of the patient is taken up
by the receiving surface before removing the clip/
If using a clip sling: adjust the spreader bars
EN
manual DPS, make sure that one caregiver holds
on to the DPS while the other caregiver operates
If using loop sling: lower the patient down onto
to the lift IFU
In Chair/ Wheelchair (22 steps)
NOTE
Do NOT use a Hammock Amputee or a Double
wheelchair. Apply these in bed.
It is recommended that all patients with double
Stand in front of the patient and lean the patient
Place the sling over the patient's back and head
respective Sliding sheet/tube IFU
Make sure to always be two caregivers present,
when using a sliding sheet for placement of a sling
sheet/tube IFU
Make sure that the centre line is aligned with the
Fig. 12
Make sure that the:
•
•
sling's head support covers the neck/head area,
•
sling pieces are not twisted underneath the
patient and
•
if a sling with commode is being used, make
sure the hole is positioned correct
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure the patient's
arms are placed inside of the sling.
WARNING
To avoid injury to the patient, pay close
attention when lowering or adjusting the
spreader bar.
in chair/
If using a clip sling, adjust the spreader bars DPS,
back into the chair/wheelchair and adjust loop
Slightly lift the patient to create tension in the
(See Fig. 14 )
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, make sure
that the sling attachments are attached
securely before and during the lifting
process.
Make sure that:
•
All clips/loops are securely attached
(See Fig. 4 ) and (See Fig. 6 )
•
All straps are straight (not twisted)
Sliding
•
Continue with the steps on the next page.
Fig. 13
10
(See Fig. 13 )
(See Fig. 10 )
Fig. 14