SA160E User Manual Rev 3 - Aug 2016
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Ensure the label and grab handles are facing away from the person before
commencing the fitting procedure below.
Note: The person to be transferred shall be referred to as “the person”
How to fit the Standing Support Sling
To remove the sling, carry out the fitting procedure in reverse.
Important - always peel the sling away from the person to avoid skin friction and movement.
Note: The above & following techniques are for guidance only and you must comply with your
local policies.. If in doubt, consult your moving and handling advisor
Place the sling down the back to a position
just beneath the shoulder blades and
above the belt line. If the sling can not be
Introduced from behind, apply the sling in a
position level with the person.
Bring the two sections of the chest strap
around the person’s chest and fasten
securely using the hook & loop and buckle
fastening. Note: the chest strap is purely
intended for the security of the person and is
not weight bearing.
Place the person’s feet on to the foot plate
and adjust the knee pad (the knee pad
should be positioned at the top of the shin
avoiding the knee joint) the two straps
should now be attached to the carry bar
hooks. Raise the carry bar just enough to
tension the straps and
ensure that they
are still securely attached.
As the person
is about to be lifted check the chest strap
for tension and comfort. Re-adjust when
required.
Alternatively you can attach the sling to the
lower sling hooks, this will facilitate an
alternative standing procedure.
Important
- always re-assess for client’s
co-operation and capability when using this
sling.
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