© Ferno / 234-1929-06 / July 2021
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Model 35-ITA Incubator Transporter
2.4 Using Additional Help
Operating the transporter requires a minimum of two trained operators.
They may need additional help when working with heavy loads (patient
plus equipment.
Operators stand at the loading end and control end of the transporter,
maintain control of the transporter, operate the controls, and direct all
helpers.
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Side helpers may need to walk sideways under some circumstances.
Follow local protocols.
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Ferno recommends that helpers work in pairs to help maintain
transporter balance.
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Trained operators position themselves transporter the loading end
and control end of the transporter and operate the controls. Show
helpers where to stand and how to grasp the transporter.
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Inspect the transporter if the load capacity has been exceeded. See
“Inspecting the Transporter” on page 19.
Refer to the chart for suggested placement for operators and helpers.
Helpers
Changing Levels
Rolling
Loading/Unloading
Two
Operators
+
Two
Helpers
Two
Operators
+
Four
Helpers
Key: O = Operator H = Helper P = Patient
o
H
H
o
o
H
H
H
H
o
o
H
H
H
H
o
H
o
H
o
H
H
o
o
H
H
o
o
H
H
WARNING
Helpers can cause injury. Maintain control of the
transporter, operate the controls, and direct all helpers.
Helpers can be injured. Show helpers where to grasp the
transporter to avoid pinch points.
