Safety Information; Warning; Important; Bloodborne Disease Notice - Ferno SPED II User Manual

SPED II Spinal Protection Extrication Device

1 - SAFETY INFORMATION

1.1 Warning

The following warnings appear in this manual.
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be
injured. Permit only trained personnel to operate
the SPED.
Improper use of the SPED can cause injury. Use
the bridle only for the purpose described in this
manual.
Improper operation can cause injury. Operate the
SPED only as described in this manual.
Modifying the SPED can cause injury and
damage. Use the SPED only as manufactured
and sold by Ferno.
Improper maintenance can cause injury or
damage. Maintain the SPED only as described
in this manual.
Improper parts and service can cause injury.
Use only Ferno approved parts and service on
the SPED.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with
the patient at all times.
Attaching improper or inappropriate items to the
SPED can cause injury. Use only Ferno-approved
items on the SPED.
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1.2 Important

Boxes like the one below emphasise important information.
Important
Rescue procedures using ropes, harnesses, bridles
and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
require special skills and are potentially hazardous
activities. No rescue personnel should attempt such
rescue procedures unless he or she has received
professional instruction and training.
Important
Ensure all straps are fastened and tensioned. DO
NOT over tension. Allow for at least one 'flat' hand
space between the strap and the patient's body.

1.3 Bloodborne Disease Notice

To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such
as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the SPED, follow the
disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual.

1.4 Safety Labels

Labels place important information from the Users' Manual on
the stretcher. Read and follow label instructions. Replace worn
or damaged labels immediately. The product information label
is affixed to the middle carry handle and contains important
information regarding the unit and date of manufacture.
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