Operator Focus; Operator Training; Terms - Ferno EZ-Glide 59T User Manual

2.1 Operator Training

Operator using the chair:
● must read and understand this manual.
must have training on proper use of the chair.
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must have a training on emergency-medical service and emergency
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patient-handling procedures.
must have the physical ability to assist the patient.
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must practice with the chair before using it with a patient.
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● must keep training records. For a sample training record sheet, see
"Training Record" on page 37.

2.2 Terms

The following terms are used in this manual.
INTERACTIVE CONTENT: For training videos and proper use of the
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chair, scan a QR code in this manual, click a link in an electronic
version of this manual or visit our website at www.ferno.com.
LOAD: The load is the overall weight of the patient plus equipment
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placed on (or attached to) the chair.
LOAD CAPACITY: Load capacity is the amount of weight the chair
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is designed to hold. This includes the patient weight plus any
accessories attached to the chair (IV poles, bags, etc.)
OPERATORS: Trained operators are referred to as Head-end Operator
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and Foot-end Operator in this manual. Trained operators maintain
control of the chair, operate the controls, and direct helpers.
SPOTTER: If available, Ferno recommends the use of a spotter
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when moving the chair on stairs. The spotter stands behind the
backward-facing operator and helps steady and guide the operator.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-3298-07 / July 2018

Operator Focus

2 - OPERATOR FOCUS
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to operate the chair.
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