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4.0
Type ‘BF’ Applied parts
Below shows the two parts of the hoisting system, which are classed as Body Floating (BF) applied parts. The carry bar is a
complete assembled unit which allows approved Prism slings to be attached, to lift and assist patient. See section 5.1 to attach
an approved sling to the carry bar. To see Prism Medical UK approved sling list see table 5 and 6.
5.0
Frequently Used Functions
Sling
The way the sling is attached to the carry bar needs to be assessed on individual basis and documented in the individual’s care
plan. Furthermore, the person attaching the sling to the carry bar should reference the user manual for the specific sling in use
as attachment points vary depending on the application and type.
Only after the correct attachment is fully understood should the sling loops be fitted onto the carry bar in the correct order.
Sling loops should be attached as follows:
1.
Put the required sling loop onto your finger and thumb and then using the same finger or thumb, pull back the spring
locking mechanism on the correct hook on the correct side of the carry bar (Figure 7)
2.
Slide the sling loop from your finger and thumb over the edge of the hook (Figure 8 and 9).
3.
After positioning the loop below the locking mechanism (Figure 10) release the spring locking mechanism to secure the
sling loop. (Figure 11)
Make sure the required loop(s) are on the correct hooks and are correctly positioned.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
Slings
Carry Bar
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 11
Figure 10
