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4.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and the
use of the Freeway SA160 Stand Aid is straightforward. These basic safety
precautions will help make lifting operations easy and trouble free.
ALWAYS conduct a risk assessment to plan your lifting operations before
commencing.
ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST (next section) before using the
Stand Aid.
ALWAYS read this manual and familiarise yourself with the operating control
and safety features of the Stand Aid before lifting a patient.
ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the
correct size and capacity.
ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions in the user manual.
ALWAYS check that the safe working load of the Stand Aid is suitable for the
weight of the patient.
ALWAYS carry out lifting according to the instructions in the sling user manu-
al.
ALWAYS manoeuvre the lift with the handle provided.
ALWAYS lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
ALWAYS apply the brakes when parking a Stand Aid.
NEVER use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the Stand Aid.
NEVER attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or
patient.
NEVER push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace.
NEVER push the Stand Aid over uneven or rough ground, particularly if load-
ed.
NEVER attempt to push or pull a loaded Stand Aid over a floor obstruction
which the castors are unable to ride over easily.
NEVER bump the Stand Aid down steps, loaded or unloaded, this will damage
the
castors.
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NEVER attempt to negotiate a loaded Stand Aid on a slope.
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