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PositioningSling, disposable
Intended use
The PositioningSling, disposable is designed to allow a client to be lifted and repositioned in a supine manner. It may
also be utilized to roll or turn a client who requires frequent change of position while in bed. The sling can also provide
support for a person while (s)he is lying on his/her side. The PositioningSling, disposable can be used in combination
with ceiling lifts or mobile lifts, and can assist in client transfer from bed, shower trolley/stretcher and even off the floor.
It has twelve attachment points, six on both sides, which can be connected to the sling bar hooks.
The sling is made of disposable material for single client use, which is advantageous for Infection Control and Prevention
in care environments.
Indication of use
Thorough risk assessment of the client, the environment and the task to be performed is always required when deciding
which sling type and application is to be used. Always refer to your policies and procedures to ensure appropriate
techniques are being used.
PositioningSling, disposable has 12 lift straps, 6 pieces along both sides.
To simplify handling for the caregiver, the lift straps have three loop alternatives which are marked with colors:
white, grey and red. This makes it easier to use the same strap loop at both sides of the client to lift level.
The PositioningSling, disposable is marked with a product label, which is positioned at the head of the bed
with the label facing the surface. An arrow on the label marks the middle of the sling for placing it under the
spine of the client.
Check safety
Visual inspection
Check the condition and function of the assistive device regularly. PositioningSling disposable
is a client specific product and should be disposed of when it becomes dirty or soiled. It
must not be used if has been laundered as the product integrity will be compromised. Before
use, check for cleanliness, check that the seams and material surface are free from damage
and are fully intact. If any part of the PositioningSling disposable are worn, faded or damaged
it must not be used, it should be discarded and a replacement PostioningSling, disposable
used instead. Apply load to the device and check to ensure that the loops withstand heavy
loads. When starting to lift, gradually increase the load, checking the security of the lifting
loops and integrity of the attachment points and the position of the end user throughout.
Always read before use
Always read the instructions for use for all assistive devices used, including the lift system, prior to starting a transfer.
Keep the instructions of use where it is accessible to trained users of the products.
Always make sure that you have the right version of the instructions for use.
The most recent editions of instructions for use are available for downloading from our website, www.handicare.com.
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