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Oxford
®
Dipper
8. Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of Oxford patient
lifts is simple and straightforward. Following these few basic safety precautions will make lifting
operations easy and trouble free.
WARNING
• The Oxford Dipper should ONLY be operated by fully trained/competent care givers.
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the Oxford Dipper.
• ALWAYS
ensure Oxford Dipper is installed and commissioned by an authorised Joerns
Healthcare service provider or in accordance with the information in the accompanying
documents.
• ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift
before lifting a patient.
• DO NOT use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the lift.
• ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct size
and capacity.
• NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
• ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions).
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the patient.
• ALWAYS carry out lifting operations according to the instructions in the user manual.
• NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because it seems easier to
operate the lift.
• NEVER force an operating or safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not
require excessive force to operate. If a control is not working easily there will be a
reason. Forcing will only strain or damage the lift and may compromise safety.
• DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• Before using the Oxford Dipper, a clinical assessment of the patient’s suitability for
transfer MUST
be performed by a qualified health professional to evaluate aspects of
the transfer procedure, including the possibility that the transfer procedure may exert
substantial pressure on the patient’s body.
• The Oxford Dipper should NOT be operated by any person who is under the influence
of alcohol, drugs or prescribed medication, that may adversely affect their ability to
operate the equipment safely.
• ENSURE a full risk assessment is conducted prior to attempting to lift or transfer a
patient.
• If the Oxford Dipper is being used to lower or raise a patient into water e.g. a swimming
pool, hot tub or hydrotherapy pool, it is recommended a second competent/trained
carer is positioned in the water immediately adjacent to the patient.
• Excessive impact during lifting and transfer activity should be avoided.
