Operator Skills And Training; Intended Use; Skills; Training - Ferno Compact 5 Track Chair User Manual

Operator Skills and Training

2.0 Intended Use

For the purpose of this manual, the Compact 5 Track Chair will be referred to as the Chair and the person being
transported on the Chair will be referred to as the patient. The Chair is a handling device designed to transport a patient,
in a seated position, on stairs and level ground. The Chair will glide smoothly down a wide range of stair types and can
quickly return to a four wheel chair at the end of a run of stairs. When on two or four wheels it can rotate within its own
length making it ideal for half landings and similar restricted areas. Where conditions require, the chair may also be carried
using the anti-slip handle grip areas.

2.1 Skills

Operators using the chair need:
The strength, balance, coordination and common
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sense to safely operate the Chair.
The ability to select the proper equipment and
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procedures for the circumstances.
Operators should have been trained in the operation
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of the Chair.
The ability to understand and follow the procedures
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described in this manual.
Operators should have a working knowledge of
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manual handling procedures.

2.3 Safety Precautions

To ensure safety and satisfaction with your new Chair, all users should read these instructions and the individual portions
of recognised emergency care manuals that relate to the application and use of Chair. It is recommended that a minimum
of two trained operators control a loaded Chair on stairs, they should assess whether additional assistance is required.
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2 - OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to operate the Chair.
Improper use of the Chair can cause injury. Use the
Chair only for the purpose described in this manual.

2.2 Training

Operator trainees need to:
Have followed a training plan.
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Read and understand the instructions in this manual.
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Practice using the fully-equipped Chair with weight
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and under simulated conditions.
Trainees should be tested to verify their understanding
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of Chair operation.
Keep training records. Annual refresher training for
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all Chair operators is recommended.
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