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4f. Pelvic Strap
Day to Day Use
SAFETY NOTE
A pelvic strap must never be used as
a restraint. Full supervision must be
provided when a pelvic strap is being
used.
The pelvic strap must be regularly
checked to ensure it has not worked
loose.
The pelvic strap must be correctly
tensioned so that it supports the
user but does not restrict breathing,
cause discomfort or interfere with
any abdominal implants.
If the strap is too loose there will be
a danger of the client sliding under
the strap and becoming trapped.
Dual adjustable buckle with adjustment on both
sides to keep buckle centraly located.
The pelvic strap has a side release buckle. The buckle
comes in two parts which slot together. Tabs on the side
of the buckle lock the two halves together. To open the
buckle, press the tabs on the sides at the same time. The
buckle should pop appart easily.
Before transfer into the chair drape the ends of the
pelvic strap over the arms of the chair to make them
easy to reach once the client is in the chair.
Once the client is in the chair,
fi
t the two halves of the
buckle together and ensure they click positively together.
If additional tension is required, pull the loose ends of
webbing on each side of the central side release buckle.
