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1 Introduction
Always read the instructions for use
prior to use.
1.1 General information
The Optimal Evacuation sheet is a medical device and is CE-marked in accordance to MDR (EU)
2017/745. According to statutory regulations made by the authorities regarding medical
devices, the manufacturer is required to report all accidents or incidents involving there
products. We would be very grateful for all information involving accidents or incidents
relating to our products, by reporting them immediately to us, here at Care of Sweden.
The product has been tested and approved according to the following standards: SS 876 00 39,
SS 876 00 02, SS 876 00 04, SS-EN 20342, SS-EN ISO 14971, SS-EN ISO 10993, SS-EN ISO 12952-
1-2.
1.2 Intended use
Optimal Evacuation sheet is intended to be used together with mattresses from Care of
Sweden to evacuate and move bed bound people out of danger. It can also be used when
evacuating in stairs.
Evacuation must be carried out according to local evacuation instructions.
1.3 Other information
Mattress guide
This guide provides guidance to personnel and prescribers when choosing a mattress from
Care of Sweden. This information can be obtained from our website, www.
careofsweden.com, or ordered from Customer Services (see contact information on the final
page).
1.4 Evacuation instructions
In case of fire or other emergency, there is no time to think about what to do next. Therefore,
it is very important that the safety equipment, as well as the evacuation procedures, are well
planned and known in advance.
Optimal Evacuation sheet is equipped with three handles on the short
ends. On the sides, there are velcro straps to fixate the user before
evacuation. The evacuating sheet has elastic straps in the corners, to
attach it to the mattress.
Warning!
Person to perform an evacuation needs to have the necessary training and follow local
evacuation instructions . Always check the equipment before commencing, to make sure
an evacuation can be carried out safely.
