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© Ferno Srl Rescue Lite Full Body Splint - Rel. 300420
Germa Rescue Lite Full Body Splint
ENGLISH - DIRECTIONS FOR USE
1.
Introduction
The Germa Rescue L
i
te is a full body splint. The splint
is
designed to
be placed on top of a Basket stretcher/trolley, as
a patient mattress. The full body splint is
principally designed for the immobilisation of patient
where
leg
and
/or
spinal injuries are suspected. Deep tissue
damage can also be avoided by using full body splint.
The full body splint is
equipped
with 3 handles on both
sides. It
is also equipped with four patient restraint straps,
each with Fix-Lock,
q
uick-release plastic buckles.
The full bod
y
splint should be operated with a minimum
of 2
medical
trained operators when carrying the full
body splint
for
shorter distance
.
Additional people
may be required for heavier patients and when
carrying longer distance. Additional carrying belts can
also be used to aid manual handling.
The full body splint can be dragged on the ground using
the carry handles or by connecting a carrying belt or rope to
the full boduy splint, making sure to avoid rough surfaces
or sharp edges on the ground along the route of movement.
The Germa Rescue L
it
e is a full body splint consists of an
outer shell made from airtight material,
inner chambers
system
which contain granules. When removing the air
from full body splint using the supplied vacuum pump,
the shell becomes rigid and can be shaped around the
patient as the air
in the
splint
is removed.
When the air has been fully evacuated from the Germa
Rescue L
i
te full body splint, it is rigid and it is not possible
to mould it any more. The mattress wraps around the
patient
offering an optimal support and stabilization,
without
exerting any pressure on the patient.
The Germa Rescue L
i
te full body splint can also be used to
support
, float aid
of a patient in water. (See precautions
section).
Recommendation: Usable life of 5 years
2. Precautions
• Never mould the Germa Rescue L
i
te
full body splint
on
the top of the head or under the foot soles as it might
cause undesirable pressure against the spine.
• On a regular basis check that the vacuum pump is
functioning correctly, and physically test it by deploying
the full body splint by removing air from it until the shell
and mattress
becomes hard.
• Avoid handling the splint next to sharp objects. If the splint
is being dragged along the ground, be aware of obstacles on
the ground, such as sharp stones, sticks, glass, sharp edges
etc.
• Check pump, full body splint and carrying straps for any
visible damage or wear and tear. Repair any damage as
required before re-using the full body splint. Change any
defect parts immediately. Ensure that all parts are present
and operating, including the valve cap, patient restraints and
buckles and head strap
•
Avoid handling the splint next to open fire.
• On a current basis check that the splint has no visible
cracks.
• The Rescue Lite full body splint is unstable in water. You
must never leave a patient unattended in water at any time.
• When transporting in an aircraft, please note that the
atmospheric pressure in the cabin may drop when reaching
higher altitudes and the vac splint will therefore become
less rigid. In this situation, make sure to evacuate more air
out from the full body splint.
Own modifications on product not allowed – Your medical
specialist to be responsible for any modification.
When decided to take the product out of service and destroy
–
make sure to follow your local inst
r
uctions or contact
us
for additional information.
WARNING
These directions for use may be updated without
futher notice. Copies of the current version are
available from the manufacturer.
