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HOW TO FIT AN IN-SITU SLING
Using good manual handling techniques, roll the patient towards you so that you are positioned on their
side. To introduce the sling, ensure that the handles are on the outside of the sling and roll half of the sling
up under itself so that the patient is rolled onto their opposite side. The sling can be rolled out until it is flat.
Tuck the rolled up side against the back of the patient’s body ensuring that the bottom of the sling is 2 - 3
inches above the knee joint.
Carefully roll the patient onto the sling far enough so that the sling can be fully unrolled and the patient laid
flat and central on the sling. Pass each leg strap through the corresponding loop on the pommel according
to the illustration above.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USE
• 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).
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the patient.
RECUMBENT POSITION:
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Pommel attachment
