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SECTION 2 - DEFINITIONS AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
2.1
Definitions
“BRODA” means BRODA Enterprises Inc. doing business as BRODA Seating. “Chair” refers to a
BRODA Model Chair, in this case, the LT Tilt Chair.
“Long-Term Care Institution” refers to a Nursing Home, Hospital, or other Health Care facility that
provides health and personal care to its residents on a long-term basis.
“Patient” refers to an individual using the Chair who may be limited to a sitting position.
“Professional Caregiver” refers to the Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, Nurses Aids, Health Care
Aids, and other Specialists who provide health and personal care to its residents.
“Caregiver” refers to any person who is appropriately trained to provide care or services to the
patient or the chair used by the patient and may include the patient’s family members or guardian.
“Seat Tilt” refers to changing the angle of the chair’s seat with respect to the chair frame (or
ground), without changing the angle between the back and the seat.
“Transfer(s)” refers to the movement of a resident into or out of a chair with the assistance of their
caregiver(s).
“Mechanical Transfer(s)” refers to the movement of a patient into or out of a chair with the
assistance of their caregiver(s) using a patient lift or other assistive device that bears the weight
of the patient.
“Safety Requirements” are the important information contained in Section 1 which must be
followed to ensure the safe operation of the chair for the patient, caregivers, and third parties.
2.2
Technical Information
Chair Frame
The frame is constructed of solid and tubular steel. The base, seat, back, arms and footrest are
powder coated for durability and corrosion resistance. The recommended maximum patient
weight is 300 lbs. (136 kg).
Adjustments to the seat tilt function are supported by a mechanical locking device designed to
permit controlled movement during the operation of these functions. No motors or other powered
devices are used in the chair.
Casters
The chair utilizes swivel casters with non-marking rubber tires. Minimal maintenance is required
for the casters except for in extreme conditions as steam cleaning, pressure washing or
autoclaving.
