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Using the Cot
5.5 Rolling the Cot
GENERAL GUIDELINES
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Maintain control of the cot at all times.
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Rolling a Model 24H in the loading position can increase the
chance for the cot to tip. Use only a rolling position to roll the cot.
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Roll the cot on smooth, unobstructed surfaces whenever possible.
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To cross a low obstacle such as door sills, lift the cot slightly to take
the weight off the wheels so the wheels roll smoothly over the
obstacle.
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Two or more operators/helpers lift and carry the cot over a high
obstacle such as a curb.
Do not
apply downward force on one end
of the cot in order to raise the other end of the cot.
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Use help as needed to safely control the weight of the body and
cot. See “Using Additional Help” on page 7.
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When rolling over rough terrain, two operators are suggested.
Operator(s) and helpers should grasp the cot with both hands.
ROLLING THE COT
1. Verify that the restraints are securely fastened around the body.
2. Raise the cot to the highest level position.
Model 24H:
Do not use the loading position to roll the cot. Use a
level position.
3. Grasp the main frame at the operator end of the cot and push and
steer the cot (Figure 6).
If two or more operators or helpers are present, position helpers
in pairs to maintain cot balance and control. See “Using Additional
Help” on page 7 for recommended placement of operators and
helpers.
Note:
Although the swivel wheels are only at the operator end, steering
may be easier from the loading end, depending on circumstances. Follow
your mortuary protocols.
5.4 Transferring the Body to the Cot
1. Roll the cot as close to the body as possible.
2. Raise or lower the cot so it is level with the body.
3. Unfasten the restraints.
4. Place the body in a body pouch or use an accessory such as a
transfer board to ease transferring the body onto the cot. See
“Accessories” on page 21.
Note:
Ferno recommends that you position the body with the head at the
operator end of the cot, if possible. This orientation will place the body in a
“heads up” position if you need to tilt the cot in a confined area.
5. Transfer the body onto cot and fasten the restraints. Cover the
body with a cover if desired.
6. Raise the cot to the highest level position before rolling.
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