Dual Access User Guide - April 2010
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1. 3 minutes at 72 C Following NHS guidelines extra time should be added to ensure thorough mixing of hot water through the wash load It may be that available equipment does not allow the required level of temperature control The sling may be washed on a 90 C wash cycle though it is likely that some moderate shrinkage and or colour bleed will occur DRYING Slings will air dry quite quickly in a warm room Slings should not be placed over radiators or convectors Slings may be CAREFULLY tumble dried on a cool 60 C setting and short cycle The sling should be checked at intervals not exceeding 5 minutes Do not allow the sling to overheat The sling should last in excess of 5 years if the above guidelines are adhered to All Prism slings have a manufacturers guarantee of 12 months Care Plan Information All slings in the Prism range have space on the labels to record the clients name Each sling has unique individually colour coded lifting loops which helps maintain good lifting practice The loop options facilitate variable positions from sitting to recline Date of Assessment Clients Name Approx Weight Type of Sling Sling Straps Coloured loop Options Head Support Option Shoulder Loop White LI Orange L Blue HO Other L Leg loop Yellow LL Green HO Brown L Other L Adjust slider to suit the persons head position Comments If you have any questions regarding the use of this equipment please conta2. PRISM Prism Dual Access Sling Range User Manual PRISM MEDICAL UK ee Ee Prism Dual Access Sling Application The Dual Access Sling is designed to be used from a sitting position with either a patient lifting hoist or a Standaid The sling gives access to remove and refit lower garments for toileting transfers whilst the client is supported by the sling This sling can make toileting less time consuming than if performing the manoeuvre with a Universal Sling however the person must have the ability to maintain a 90 degree position between their femur and pelvic girdle Sling Inspection All Prism slings are manufactured to meet and exceed the requirements of BS EN 10535 2006 Slings should be inspected prior to use and after washing Damaged or badly worn slings should be discarded The label on the sling contains vital information to identify the sling if any part of the label becomes illegible then it must be removed from service and replaced The sling should be visually inspected with regard to the following items Any signs of damage i e Cuts frays tears burns to the sling straps Any signs of stitching becoming undone on any part of the sling Any signs of the fabric being stretched tearing or undue wear Any signs of discolouring or bleaching on the material Is the sling complete i e All straps present stiffeners in place where applicable etc Label clearly legible Compatibility
3. this avoids skin friction and movement Optional Side Retention Strap Follow procedures 1 3 When using the optional hip retention strap fasten the buckle and adjust tension to suit Follow procedures 4 amp 5 Raise the carry bar just enough to tension the straps make final adjustment to the hip retention strap and ensure that the lifting straps are still securely attached How to use with a Standaid Follow procedures 1 4 Place the person s feet onto the foot plate and adjust the kneepad the kneepad should be positioned at the top of the shin avoiding the knee joint the four straps should now be attached to the carry bar Raise the carry bar just enough to tension the straps and ensure that they are still securely attached The person can now be lifted as required 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 CE Marking Declaration of Conformity Registered Manufacturer No CA003907 Prism UK Medical hereby declares that the Prism sling range meets the provisions of the European Union Council Directive 2007 47 EEC concerning medical devices and are clas sified as Class 1 devices in accordance with that Directive Prism Dual Access Sling We hereby certify that the products listed above are manufactured labelled and packaged in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2007 47 E
4. the sling can fasten securely using the hook amp loop not be introduced from behind apply the and buckle fastening sling in a position level with the person Note the support strap is purely intended for the security of the person and is not weight bearing The leg sections must now be passed Important At the base of the leg section under the thighs using good manual strap there is a loop Bring the straps handling techniques this can sometimes _ together by passing one strap through be achieved by placing the person s foot the loop The fitting of the sling is now onto your thigh Ensure that as much leg complete section as possible is pulled under the leg The four straps should now be attached and that all creases are eliminated to to the carry bar hooks Raise the carry achieve maximum comfort bar just enough to tension the straps and ensure that they are still securely attached 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 Hoisting from a chair Continued As the person is about to be lifted check the support strap for tension and comfort Re adjust when required Important always re assess for client s co operation and capability when using this sling To remove the sling carry out the fitting procedure in reverse Important always peel the sling away from the person
5. EC and conform in all aspects to the specification s relevant to them at the time of despatch and are CE marked in accor dance with Directive 2007 47 EEC Signed For Prism Medical UK A f 7 amp e amp Ff is EN d ka KE i i f Prism Universal Prism Comfort Recline SLING CARE LAUNDERING GENERAL sensitive laundering of lifting slings will extend the service life of the product Con versely improper laundering will reduce the service life and possibly affect the strength and integrity of the sling To be avoided e use of bleach at washing particularly hypochlorite may cause structural dam age e overheating the sling temperatures in excess of 100 may cause extreme shrinkage and structural damage Use of biological detergents is not recommended though this type of detergent has no detrimental effect on the sling the user s skin may be sensitive to any residue The use of fabric conditioners is not recommended Any hook amp loop fastenings should be closed prior to laundering to avoid the hook side damaging the sling or other items laundered with it GENERAL SOILING The sling should be laundered with soap or detergent at 50 C on a standard do mestic cycle DISINFECTION The sling should be laundered to ensure a period at temperature of 10 minutes at 65 C
6. The issue of sling compatibility with various manufacturers hoists has been a con cern for specifiers for a number of years an issue that is compounded by the in creased number of companies supplying hoists and slings some hoist sling manufacturers will state that only slings manufactured by them can be used on their hoists and vice versa This is their policy only and is NOT a legal requirement A risk assessment must still be completed even if the same manufac turer of hoist and sling are to be used and the specifier simply has to state that the carry bar is of a similar design and that the sling manufacturer has authorised its use on it A comprehensive list is available separately and your local agent will be able to provide assistance with compatibility issues Maximum Load Safe Working Load S W L The maximum load for the sling is clearly marked on the label of the sling The maximum load will also be displayed on the hoist and any detachable elements of the hoisting system DO NOT exceed the maximum load stated on any of the equipment Sling Dimensions All dimensions have a tolerance of 20mm Hoisting from a chair Note The person to be transferred shall be referred to as the person A Place the sling down the back to a Bring the two sections of the support position just beneath the shoulder blades strap around the person s trunk and and above the belt line If
7. ct Prism Medical UK or your local authorised dealer PRISM MEDICAL UK SSO Integra 200 St Asaph Business Park St Asaph Denbighshire LL17 OLJ Tel 44 0 845 409 2000 Fax 44 0 1745 582532 www prismmedical co uk info prismmedical co uk This document conforms to BS EN ISO 10535 2006 Requirements
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