Instructions For Use; Positioning On Scoopexl - Ferno ScoopEXL User And Maintenance Manual

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5.2 Instructions for Use

This manual does not provide any medical instructions.
It is the responsibility of the operators to follow correct
procedures and ensure the safety of both the patient
and themselves.
This manual explains the use of the stretcher under
ideal conditions and is purely indicative.
The stretcher must be used by at least two trained and
qualified operators.
These operators must work together and coordinate
correctly during all operations.
Follow procedures while complying with standard
regulations for moving the patient in an emergency.
Lift only the weight that you can safely support.
Obtain additional assistance for heavy loads.
In any case, always observe local healthcare
instructions and regulations.
Always assist the patient and never leave them alone
during the operations with the stretcher.

5.3 Positioning on ScoopEXL

The movement restriction procedure must be carried out by
at least two trained and qualified operators.
Proceed as follows:
1. Align the patient in a supine position.
2. Align the stretcher parallel to the patient (Figure 13).
3. Apply the cervical collar, if necessary (Figure 14). Refer
to the cervical collar manual for its correct application.
Ferno recommends the use of the Wizloc cervical collar.
4. Apply the head immobiliser (Figure 15). Refer to the
head immobiliser manual for its correct application. Ferno
recommends the use of the B-Lock head immobiliser.
Figure 13 - Patient alignment
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227 kg
500 lb
36 st
Load capacity
WARNING
Never leave the patient alone while tied to the
stretcher. Assist the patient throughout all rescue
operations.
WARNING
Never connect lifting devices to the stretcher pins.
The pins are only intended for connecting snap-
hook restraints.
WARNING
Improper use of the stretcher may cause damage
and/or injury. Use the ScoopEXL stretcher as
described in this manual.
WARNING
Never place the patient on their side when loaded
on the ScoopEXL.
Carrying patients on their side may cause damage
and/or injury.
Figure 14 - Cervical collar application
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At least two qualified
operators

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