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4. Operating
Procedure
WARNING
Always ensure that two trained personnel are with the trolley at all times
Ensure that the following procedures are complied with:
1. Advise the patient before making adjustments.
2. Stay with the patient and control the trolley at all times.
3. Keep the patient restrained and the side rails up when using the trolley.
4. Use help when needed to ensure patient and operator safety.
Transferring a Patient onto the Trolley
1. Lower the cot side rails.
(Note that cotsides must be in the retracted position).
2. Place the trolley beside the patient and open the restraints.
3. Ensure that both brakes are applied.
4. Transfer the patient onto the trolley using recognised manual handling procedures.
5. Close the restraints around the patient (see page 10).
6. Raise the cot side rails.
7. Make adjustments as necessary.
Wheeling the Trolley
1. Transporting a patient should be done with the side rails raised and the harness and
restraining straps fastened (see page 10).
2. The trolley is best rolled by two attendants, one pulling and the other assisting with
guidance and steering as necessary.
3. If low obstacles (such as door sills) are encountered, roll up to them squarely and lift
the leading wheels over the obstacle. Repeat for the trailing wheels.
4. High obstacles should be recognised as potentially hazardous to smooth rolling and
trolley balance and may require physical assistance or an alternative route.
5. Ensure that the harness and restraints are fastened around the patient (see page 10).
6. The cot sides are provided for patient comfort and must not be used for lifting or
manoeuvring the stretcher.
