SLING INSTRUCTION SHEET
COMFORT CARE SPACER SLING
5. Attach the loops on the straps to the carry bar on the lift
a.
Make sure you use the same
color loops on both sides of
the sling
b.
Remember: Short loops for
Shoulders, and Long loops for
Legs if you want the client to
be lifted in an upright seated
position
c.
Ensure loops remain securely attached to the carry bar as you lift.
Notes:
1.
The Comfort
Care
Sling maintains the client in a more upright
position than other slings.
2.
The Comfort
Care
is removed after the client is returned to supine.
LIFTING THE CLIENT
1. Begin lifting the client:
a. Have the client operate the hand control if possible
b. Once you have reached the point at which there is tension on the
straps but the client has not yet been lifted off of the surface,
STOP THE LIFT.
c. Make sure all straps are securely fastened to the carry bar and
that the sling has not shifted position on the client’s body (i.e., it is
not slipping up the client’s back and there are no folds or
wrinkles in the sling fabric). If you notice anything of concern,
stop the lift, and reassess the situation.
2. Transfer the client to the receiving surface
SPECIAL Instructions
The bottom edge of the Comfort
Care
Sling should be
positioned approximately one finger width above the fold of
the back of the knee (never below).
The decision to leave a sling in place must be based on strong
clinical reasoning and the rationale should be documented. A
trained professional should always perform a risk assessment
to determine the sling application method, design, and fabric
to be used.
Washing Instructions
The sling should be inserted into a washing/laundry bag
prior to being placed into the washer. This is to prevent any
unusual wear and tear of the sling by the agitator and/or
other parts of the washing machine.
Note: The Comfort
Care
Spacer Sling is made from
polyester material. Life expectancy is up to 4 years
depending on use, care and laundering process. Always
follow general guidelines before use. Discard the sling if
any tears or serious defects are found.
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1. Read all lift instructions before using.
2. Do not exceed safe weight capacity.
3. Visually inspect the sling prior to using it (check for fraying,
cuts, or tears to straps and/or material).
4. A balanced fit is a safe fit: position the sling under and around
the individual.
5. Do not use the lift systems for anything but their stated
purpose.
All Handicare's loop-style slings are compatible with our
complete range of carry bars.
To ensure anyone using Handicare's Lift Systems is properly
trained, an on-going training program should be established.
Contact your Handicare representative should you have further
questions.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Only people who have received proper training should attempt
to use Handicare Lift Systems. Improper use can lead to
serious injury.
Please read and adhere to the following guidelines:
1. Read all lift instructions before using.
2. Do not exceed safe weight capacity.
3. Visually inspect the sling prior to using it (check for fraying,
cuts, or tears to straps and/or material).
4. A balanced fit is a safe fit: position the sling under and around
the individual.
5. Do not use the lift systems for anything but their stated
purpose.
All Handicare's loop-style slings are compatible with our
complete range of carry bars.
To ensure anyone using Handicare's Lift Systems is properly
trained, an on-going training program should be established.
Contact your Handicare representative should you have further
questions.
