Bariatric Transport; Bariatric Transport Definition; Bariatric Transport Guidelines - Ferno PROFlexX User Manual

PROFlexX Series
®

8.1 Bariatric Transport Definition

The standard load limit of the cot is 700 pounds (318
kg). This is the load limit for all normal cot functions
including raising and lowering, loading and unloading
an ambulance, and rolling.
The cot can be used with loads up to 1,100 pounds
(500 kg) when special techniques are used.
Bariatrics is the branch of medicine dealing with extreme
obesity. In this manual, the term "bariatric transport"
refers to using the cot when the weight of the patient
plus accessories and equipment exceeds the cot's rated
load limit of 700 pounds (318 kg).
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
The Large Body Surface (LBS) accessory (not supplied)
is a useful option that provides a larger bed surface and
restraint extenders for transporting an extremely obese
patient.
Note: The LBS requires a center-mounted cot fastener.
The PROFlexX is certified compliant with the ramp-
and winch-loading system manufactured by TranSafe
Systems . See Accessories and Related Products, page
™
35 for details.
The PROFlexX-ST Stat Trac cot is not compatible with
the TranSafe System.

8.2 Bariatric Transport Guidelines

When undertaking a bariatric transport:
Follow your local protocols for bariatric transport.
Use as many additional operators and helpers as
needed to safely transport the patient. Refer to
Using Additional Help, page 24 for recommended
placement of additional helpers.
Follow the instructions in this section.
Keep the cot in the folded position when the load
exceeds 700 pounds (318 kg).
Properly restrain the patient as instructed in this
manual, the restraint users's manuals, and the LBS
user's manual. Use additional restraints and/or
restraint extenders approved by Ferno. See
Accessories and Related Products, page 35, to
order restraints or extenders.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006

8 - BARIATRIC TRANSPORT

WARNING
!
Improper bariatric transport can cause injury
to the patient, operators and helpers. Follow
local protocols and the instructions in this
manual.
700 lb
318 kg
1100 lb
500 kg
* Follow bariatric transport procedures when working
with loads in excess of the standard load limit. Inspect
the cot if the Standard Load Limit has been exceeded
(see Inspecting the Cot, page 33).
WARNING
!
Heavy loads can cause injury. Use as many
additional operators and helpers as needed
to safely transport the patient.
Important
Exceeding the Standard Load Limit can cause
damage. Immediately inspect the cot and
restraints for damage if the load limit has been
exceeded.
Bariatric Transport
STANDARD
LOAD LIMIT
BARIATRIC
LOAD LIMIT*
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