Ferno Slovakia
FST Chair ( Fixed Track)
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7. Using additional help
Operating the chair requires a minimum of two trained operators. Ferno recommends positioning a trained
operator at each end of the chair, that operators and helpers face each other when transporting a patient up
or down stairs, and that a third trained person “spot” for the lead operator. Follow all applicable local
protocols for carrying chairs.
The trained operators should maintain control of the chair and operate the controls, and the designated lead
operator should direct all helpers. The charts below show suggested placement for operators and helpers.
Key: O = Operator H = Helper S = Spotter P = Patient
Direction
Rolling on Flat Surface
Two Operators
and
Two helpers
WARNING
Helpers can cause injury or be injured. Maintain
control of the chair, operate the controls, and
direct all helpers.
Load Limit
Inspect the chair if the load limit has
been exceeded (See Inspecting the
Chair, page 37).
551 lb
250 kg
Direction
DESCEND
ASCEND
Two Operators
and One
helper
Two Operators
and Three
helpers