Stretcher Setup; Preparing The Stretcher For Use; Guidelines For Using Restraints; Figure 17 - Restraints Prepared For Use - Ferno 50-E User Manual

Ferno Model 50-E

6.1 Preparing the Stretcher for Use

Attach Australian Standards-approved restraints
as shown in this section.
Put the mattress in place.

6.2 Guidelines for Using Restraints

• Three restraints must be used to properly secure
a patient: one harness restraint (torso and pelvis
straps) and two one-piece restraints. See
Accessories and Related Products, page 37 to
order restraints.
• To meet Australian crash standards, all three
restraints must be used and attached as shown in
this manual.
• Dispose of and replace restraints that are worn,
damaged, or have been involved in a vehicular
accident. Restraints that have been involved in a
vehicular accident could have hidden damage.
Link (2)
One-Piece
Restraint
(For Chest)
One-Piece
Restraint
(For Thighs)

Figure 17 - Restraints Prepared for Use

© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3257-01 December, 2004

6 - STRETCHER SETUP

Harness
Torso Strap
(2)
Harness
Cross-Strap
Harness
Pelvis Strap
Attach any accessories that will be used with the
stretcher. Follow the instructions included with
accessories. Keep accessory instruction manuals
with this manual.
Conduct a preliminary inspection of the stretcher
(See Inspecting the Stretcher, page 35).
• Unbuckle the restraints and lay the straps out of
the way before transferring the patient (Figure 17).
• Adjust restraints to safely secure the patient
without causing discomfort or impairing
circulation (Figure 18).
• Keep restraints fastened when not in use to prevent
them from interfering with stretcher operation.
WARNING
!
Worn or damaged restraints can fail and
cause injury. Inspect restraints regularly.
Dispose of restraints that are worn, damaged,
or have been involved in a vehicular accident.
One-Piece
Restraint
(For Chest)
One-Piece
Restraint
(For Thighs)

Figure 18 - Patient Secured

Setup
Harness
Restraint
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