Standing Support And Posterior Sling - Prism Medical UK FREEWAY SA160 User Manual

Standing Support & Posterior Sling
Application
The Standing Support and Posterior Sling is designed to be used from a sitting
position in conjunction with the Freeway Stand Aid.
Standing Support Sling
The sling supports the person in facilitating the sit to stand manoeuvre and should
only be used on a person that has control over their trunk muscles and that has the
ability to weight bear.
Posterior Sling
The posterior sling is used in conjunction with the chest sling. It helps support the
hips in the sit to stand manoeuvre.
Sling Inspection
All Prism slings are manufactured to meet and exceed the requirements of
BS EN 10535:2006 'Hoists for the transfer of disabled persons– Requirements and
test methods'. Slings should be inspected prior to use and after washing. Damaged
or badly worn slings should be discardedP 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
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Any signs of stitching becoming undone on any part of the sling
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Any signs of the fabric being stretched, tearing or undue wear
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Any signs of discolouring or bleaching on the material
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Is the sling complete? i.e. all straps present, stiffeners in place - where
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applicable, etc
Label clearly legible
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Compatibility
The issue of sling compatibility with various manufacturers' hoists has been a
concern for specifiers for a number of years, an issue that is compounded by the
increased 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
ufacturer 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
ised 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 - SWL)
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.
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