Safety Precautions - Sunrise Medical Oxford Arise Manuel De L'utilisateur Et Garantie

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of
Oxford/Hoyer patient lifts is simple and straightforward. Following these few basic
safety precautions will make lifting operations easy and trouble free.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING
YOUR "ARISE"
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the lift.
• ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift
before lifting a patient.
• DO NOT use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the lift.
• ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct
size and capacity.
• NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
• ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions).
• DO NOT exceed the safe working load.
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the
patient.
• ALWAYS carry out lifting operations according to the instructions in the user manual.
• NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because it seems easier to
operate the lift.
• DO NOT lift a patient with the castor brakes on. Always let the lift find the correct
centre of gravity.
• DO NOT attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient.
• ALWAYS manoeuvre the lift with the handle / foot push pad provided.
• ALWAYS lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
• DO NOT push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace
(3 Km/hour 0.8 metres/second).
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• DO NOT push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded.
• DO NOT attempt to push/pull a loaded lift over a floor obstruction.
• NEVER force an operating/safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not
require excessive force.
• DO NOT park a loaded lift on ANY sloping surface.
• DO NOT use electric lifts in a shower.
• DO NOT charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.
• DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• YOUR lift is for patient lifting. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used, for any other
purpose.
• DO NOT bump the lift down steps, loaded or unloaded.
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded lift on a slope which exceeds 1:12
(approximately 5 degrees).
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a slope without a second helper being present.
• DO NOT use in a wet or corrosive environment such as poolside locations.
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