Care & Independence GLOVE User manual

ISSUE DATE: 08/12/21
VERSION: UG/GHUG-EN01
STATUS: APPROVED
AUTHORISED BY: Technical Director
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J. ASH
GHUG: GLOVETM Hug
THIS USER GUIDE IS APPLICABLE
FOR THE FOLLOWING
GLOVETM SLING TYPES ONLY:
Sling Model:
Serial Number:
User Name:
The sling model and serial number
are located on the label on the reverse of the sling.
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Thank you for choosing a Care &
Independence GLOVETM sling.
We trust both you and the end-user will
find the sling easy and comfortable to use
throughout it’s lifetime.
In the event that you are dissatisfied with
the sling performance or have any queries
relating to the sling usage that are not
addressed in this User Guide, please
contact Care & Independence.
1. General
- Warranty
- Compatibility
2. Sling Safety
- General
- Sling Inspection
3. Damaged or Faulty Slings
4. Product Care
- General
-Sling Safety
- Damaged or Faulty slings
- Product Care
5. Getting to Know Your Sling
- The Hug Style Sling
- Sling Labels Explained
6. Fitting The Sling
- In a Seated Position
- From a Supine Position
7. Additional Support
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CONTENTS
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Care & Independence Ltd is a UK manufacturer registered
with MHRA as a Class 1 Medical Device Manufacturer and this
sling is a Class 1 medical device as defined in Article 51, Annex
VIII Rule 1 of the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745.
GLOVETM slings are designed and manufactured to meet or
exceed BS EN 10535:2006 for the transfer of disabled persons.
GLOVETM slings are designed and manufactured by Care &
Independence, a certified ISO9001:2015 organisation.
Declaration
Care & Independence Ltd, declares under its sole responsibility
that the aforementioned products to which this declaration
relates, and which bear the CE marking, are in conformity with
the applicable requirements of EU regulation 2017/745 as
transposed in the laws of the Member States.
EU2017/745

·Wash gently at 40°C. Use a mild soap solution
or a non-biological detergent without
bleaching additives.
·Do not add bleach or stain removers.
·Air dry, cabinet dry or tumble dry on a cool
cycle (below 60°C). Do not tumble dry on a
hot setting.
·Do not place on hot pipes or heaters. Keep
away from flames.
·Do not iron.
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A copy of these instructions should be
provided to the person(s) laundering the sling.
1. GENERAL
1.1 WARRANTY:The GLOVETM slings covered in this
User Guide have been awarded a LIFETIME
WARRANTY. Any manufacturing defect will
be rectified free of charge. Product damage
through wear and tear, neglect or
accidental damage is not covered by the
warranty.
1.2. COMPATIBILITY:Care & Independence slings
have been manufactured to work with most
of the major hoist manufacturers’
equipment. A compatibility statement is
available on request.
LIFE
2. SLING SAFETY
2.1 GENERAL:
2.1.1. Only competent persons should ever use
hoists and slings.
2.1.2 A risk assessment must be completed
before using the sling, even if the hoist and
sling is provided from the same
manufacturer.
2.1.3 It is essential that the sling is fit for purpose;
the correct size and type of sling for an
individual is essential to ensure the safety
and comfort of the person being
transferred.
2.1.4 Product care and inspection instructions
should be followed at all times.
2.1.4. No sling must ever be used to lift more
than its rated load (see label).
2.1.6. The intended sling and hoist combination
should be compatible.
2.1.7 If there is any doubt about sling safety,
remove the sling from use until checked
and authorised for use by a competent
person.
2.2 SLING INSPECTION:
2.2.1 Care & Independence recommend pre-use
sling checks by competent person.
2.2.2 Slings are Class One Medical Devices and
are subject to Lifting Operations and Lifting
Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
Examinations. A LOLER examination may
only be conducted by a person trained and
qualified to do so. Space is provided on the
sling label to record LOLER details.
4. PRODUCT CARE
4.1 GENERAL CARE:
4.1.1 Repeated washing may lead to sling
deterioration. Care & Independence
strongly recommend replacing the sling at
the first signs of wear or damage, as
opposed to after a specified time frame.
4.1.2 Each sling is marked with its maximum
wash temperature.
4.1.3 Discolouration to some materials or fading
labels may occur as a result of laundering.
NOTE: It is a health & safety requirement
that the sling label must be legible
throughout the sling’s working lifetime.
3. DAMAGED OR FAULTY SLINGS
Care & Independence have a strict Returns &
Repair Procedure to ensure the safety of all
involved.
Please do not send slings and bathing products
back without completing the Return/Repair form.
4.2 WASHING THE SLING:Every sling is marked with
its maximum wash temperature. Close hook
& loop fastenings before laundering to
prevent damage to the fabric and webbing.
4.3 DECONTAMINATION:
Slings can withstand a strong
decontamination routine but regular use
may impair the lifespan of the sling.
·Sling Care Instruction Guide (includes
decontamination advice).
·Returns & Repair Procedure
FURTHER INFORMATION:Available to download from our website
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5.2 SLING LABELS EXPLAINED
5.1 THE TOILETING SLING - 3 LOOP STYLE
LOLER Thorough Examination Record
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DISINFECTION GUIDANCE
Model
Size
Order code
Year of Manufacture
RECOMMENDED WASHING
40oPRE-USE CHECKS
NAME:
MULTI-USER DISCLAIMER
5.2.2 LOLER RECORD
Printed label sewn onto back of
sling. Convenient to record the
sling’s LOLER checks
5.2.3 PRODUCT INFORMATION
Woven label sewn onto back of
sling. Contains serial number,
Health & Safety Regulation
Compliance mark, Maximum
Load Capacity and QR code.
5.2.4 QUALITY TAG (Disposable)
Attached to the side of the
sling. Shows factory quality
control approvals. Reverse
side is Union flag.
5.2.1 SLING INFORMATION
Printed label sewn onto back of
sling. Provides useful information
such as Sling Model Type,
Washing instructions, Pre-Use
Checks and a space to write
User’s name. A QR code is also
featured that once scanned leads
direct to product webpage where
support resources are available.
There are four labels associated with each sling.
5. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SLING
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Padded thigh
support
Adjustable
length Extensor
strap
Leg lift strap
(3-Loop)
Leg clunk-click
buckles (3)
Strap pocket
(2)
Waist clunk-
click buckles (3)
‘Comfort’ Lining
Labels
Aperture

6. FITTING THE SLING
Before you start, check that the sling is in safe and clean condition and is the appropriate size and model for the
person to be transferred. There are a variety of ways to use and adjust this sling, so please read carefully.
6.1.1
i. With label facing outwards,
slide the sling down keeping
the sling centrally aligned with
the spine.
ii. Check the leg sections are in
alignment with the top of
user’s thighs.
6.1.3
i. Bring the leg sections around
the hips and feed them under
and up between the thighs.
ii.Fasten the leg clunk-clip
buckles, tightening with
adjustment straps as
necessary.
6.1.4
i. Attach leg straps to the hoist first
then the shoulder straps.
ii. Check and re-tighten clunk-click
belt if necessary.
iii. Check for snagging and complete
the transfer.
6.1 IN A SEATED POSITION
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6.1.2
i. Wrap the waist section across
the users waist
ii.Fasten the three waist clunk-
click buckles, tightening with
adjustment straps as
necessary.
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For STANDING:
i. Middle leg buckle not required. A pocket is
provided to store the unused buckle and strap.
ii. Only attach shoulder straps to hoist.
Adjust shoulder straps to ensure adequate head
clearance from the spreader bar.
For ACCESS and TRANSFER:
Connect the middle leg buckle as shown in figures
a-c below.
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To prevent falls, always roll a person towards yourself, a wall or a bed rail.
6.3 FROM A SUPINE POSITION
6.3.5
i. Raise user to seated position.
Ii. Attach first leg lifts then
shoulder lift straps to the
hoist spreader bar.
iii. After checking nothing is
snagged, complete the
transfer.
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6.3.1
i. Roll the user onto their side.
ii. Fold sling in half lengthways
with the label on the inside.
iii. Position the sling with the top
of the aperture aligned with
the user’s coccyx and the
centre of the sling in
alignment with the user’s
spine.
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6.3.2
i. Fold the uppermost section
over the user like a blanket.
ii. Tuck the remaining sling
material under the user,
ensuring straps are tucked in.
iii. Roll the user onto their
opposite side, unfurling sling
beneath them.
iv. Reposition user onto their
back with sling now spread
out fully underneath them.
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6.3.4
i. Feed the leg sections under the
thighs and between the user’s
legs.
ii. Secure the leg clunk-click
buckles on each leg. (Refer to
to NOTE section on Page 4).
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6.3.3
i. Secure waistband around user
and fasten the three waist
clunk-click buckles.
NOTE: Further tightening may
be required when lifting
begins due to user body
thinning out during
hoist process.
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Available to download from our website
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·Sling Pre-Check
Inspection Guide
·Loop Attachment Guide
·Sling Sizing Guide

SCAN SLING LABEL QR CODE FOR;
·Product information
·User Guide
·Fitting video
·Sling Care Instruction Guide
·Sling Pre-Check Inspection Guide
·Sling Sizing Guide
·Expert advice
·Free assessments
·Full support
Free product training is also offered.
Please contact us for further
information.
·Faded label replacement
·Sling repair
·LOLER examinations
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7. ADDITIONAL SUPPORT AVAILABLE
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Contents of this publication are intended as a guide only. Although
due care and attention has been given to ensure that instructions
are accurate and correct, in case of doubt, please refer to your
prescribing clinician or contact the Care & Independence team on
033 012 80808. Care & Independence Ltd reserve the right to
modify, add or delete details and is under no obligation to notify
the user of amendment. All data is correct at time of printing.