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Pinch Point
Watch for pinch points on the bed, which are indicated by the pinch point label.
HAZARD:
Pay close attention to pinch points on the bed to avoid injury to the
patient and/or care provider.
Pinch points have minimal clearances between two moving parts that fail to maintain a clearance
of ≤ 8mm (.315”) or ≥ 25mm (.984”).
Pinch points are present on both sides of the bed between the bed deck and the bed frame.