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5.11 Using Additional Help
Operating the transporter requires a minimum of two trained operators.
They may need additional help when working with heavy loads (patient
plus equipment).
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Operators stand at the loading-end and control-end of the
transporter, maintain control of the transporter, operate the
controls, and direct all helpers.
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Side helpers may need to walk sideways under some circumstances.
Follow local protocols.
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Ferno recommends that helpers work in pairs to help maintain
transporter balance.
The chart below shows suggested placement for operators and helpers.
Using the Transporter
Helpers
Changing Positions
Rolling
Loading/Unloading
Two
Operators
+
Two
Helpers
Two
Operators
+
Four
Helpers
Keye: O = Operator H = Helper P = Patient
Load Capacity
Inspect the transporter if the load capacity
has been exceeded. See “Inspecting the
600 lb
270 kg
42.5 st
WARNING
Helpers can cause injury or be injured. Maintain control
of the transporter, operate the controls, and direct all
helpers.