Ferno Millennia User manual

Ferno Millennia™
Backboard
July, 1998 DOM
Pub. No. 234-2019-01 Users’
Manual

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Disclaimer
Thismanualcontainsgeneralinstructionsfortheuse,operation
and care of this product. The instructions are not all-inclusive.
Safe and proper use of this product is solely at the discretion of
the user. Safety information is included as a service to the user.
All other safety measures taken by the user should be within
and under consideration of applicable regulations. It is
recommended that training on the proper use of this product
be provided before using this product in an actual situation.
Retainthismanualforfuture reference.Includeit withtheproduct
in the event of transfer to new users. Additional free copies are
available upon request from Customer Service.
Proprietary Notice
The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno-
Washington, Inc., Wilmington, Ohio, USA. Ferno-Washington,
Inc., reserves all patent rights, proprietary design rights,
manufacturing rights, reproduction use rights, and sales use
rights thereto, and to any article disclosed therein except to the
extent those rights are expressly granted to others or where not
applicable to vendor proprietary parts.
Ferno-Washington,Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Section 1 - Safety Information........................................................ 4
Section 2 - Learning About the Backboard ................................... 4
Section 3 - Operator Skills and Training ........................................ 6
Section 4 - Using the Backboard................................................... 6
Section 5 - Maintaining the Backboard ......................................... 8
Section 6 - Accessories and Related Products ............................. 9
Section 7 - Customer Service ........................................................ 9
Section 8 - Limited Warranty........................................................ 10
Illustration
Components..............................................................................................5
Using Additional Help ...............................................................................7

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY INFORMATION
1.2 Warning
The following warnings appear in this manual or
on the backboard.
WARNING
!
Improper use of the backboard can cause
injury. Use the backboard only for the
purpose described in this manual.
Untrained operators can cause injury or be
injured. Permit only trained personnel to
operate the backboard.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay
with the patient at all times.
An unrestrained patient can fall off the
backboard and be further injured. Use
restraints to secure the patient on the
backboard.
Helpers can cause injury or be injured.
Maintain control of the backboard and
direct helpers.
Improper maintenance can cause injury.
Maintain the backboard only as described
in this manual.
WARNING
!
1.3 Important
Boxes like the one below emphasize important
information.
SECTION 2 - LEARNING ABOUT THE BACKBOARD
2.1 Backboard Description
TheFerno®Millennia™ Backboard (backboard) is
an emergency patient-handling device designed
to provide rigid support while moving a patient
with suspected spinal, hip, pelvic, or lower
extremity injuries.
The backboard is for professional use by a mini-
mum of two trained operators and two helpers.
Fernooffersthebackboard in 16” and 18” widths.
The backboard is constructed of ABS plastic.
Backboard features include a tapered foot end,
handholds, speed-clip pins, and molded slots for
mounting a head-immobilizer.
The backboard can be used for water rescue and
vehicular extrication. It is maneuverable and light
enough for use as a stretcher, and can be used
with basket stretchers.
Improper use of the backboard can cause
injury. Use the backboard only for the
purpose described in this manual.
WARNING
!
Important
Do not attempt to repair the backboard.
Repairs can cause backboard performance
to be unpredictable. Repairs will void the
warranty.

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2.2 General Specifications
Width......................................................16 in.
Length .................................................72 in.
Depth.................................................. 1
3
/ 4 in.
Weight .................................................13 lb.
Maximum Load Limit ........................350 lb.
Width......................................................18 in.
Length .................................................72 in.
Depth.................................................. 1
3
/ 4 in.
Weight .................................................14 lb.
Maximum Load Limit ........................350 lb.
2.3 Components
2.4 Handholds
There are 16 handholds located around the edge
of the backboard.
2.5 Head-Immobilizer Mounting
Slots
There are 5 mounting slots for attaching a head
immobilizer to the backboard.
2.6 Speed-Clip Pins
The 10 X-ray-translucent speed-clip pins are
arranged to allow a variety of strapping
configurations, and are offset to allow free use of
handholds.
Specifications listed at left are general. For
detailed specifications, contact Ferno Customer
Service, page 9. Ferno reserves the right to
change specifications without notice.
HEAD END
FOOT END
Head-immobilizer
Mounting Slots
Speed-Clip Pins (10)
Handholds (16)
Head-immobilizer
Mounting Slots
If load limit has been exceeded,
inspect the backboard.
350 lb.
Maximum
Load Limit
350 lb.

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SECTION 3 - OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING
3.1 Skills
qOperators need a working knowledge of
emergency patient-handling procedures.
qOperators need the ability to assist the
patient.
qOperators need a complete understanding
of the procedures described in this
manual. Untrained operators can cause injury or be
injured. Permit only trained personnel to
operate the backboard.
WARNING
!
qPractice with the backboard before using it
in regular service.
qTest each trainee’s understanding of the
backboard.
qKeep training records.
qFollow a training program designed by
your training officer.
qRead this manual.
3.2 Training
SECTION 4 - USING THE BACKBOARD
4.1 Before Placing the Backboard in
Service
1. Require all personnel who will work with
the backboard to read this manual.
2. Assign appropriate personnel to inspect
the backboard and confirm that it has
been received in good order (see
Inspecting the Backboard, page 8).
4.2 General Guidelines for Use
1. Using the backboard requires a minimum of
two trained operators and two helpers.
2. Operators may need help when working
with heavy patients. Forinformation about
placement and direction of helpers, see
Using Additional Help, page 7.
3. Follow standard emergency patient-
handling procedures when using the
backboard.
4. Stay with the patient at all times.
5. Always use patient restraints (not supplied).
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay
with the patient at all times.
WARNING
!
An unrestrained patient can fall off the
backboard and be further injured. Use
restraints to secure the patient on the
backboard.
WARNING
!

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4.3 Applying the Backboard
1. FollowlocalEMSguidelinesandprocedures
for stabilizing patient before placing him/her
on backboard.
2. Apply any appropriate cervical or extrication
collarsforadditionalhead and neck support.
3. Follow local EMS procedures for applying
backboard.
4. Secure patient on backboard with restraints
(not supplied).
5. Before moving backboard with patient onit,
always check that restraints are properly
arranged and restraint buckles are securely
fastened.
When using restraints with speed clips,
checkthatspeedclipsaresecurelyattached
to speed-clip pins.
6. Use as many helpers as needed to safely lift
and carry weight of backboard and patient.
For placement and direction of helpers, see
Using Additional Help, this page.
4.4 Using Additional Help
When lifting and carrying heavy patients,
operators may need more than two helpers.
Operators should maintain control of the
backboard and direct the helpers.
The chart that follows shows suggested
placement for operators and helpers.
Maximum
load limit
If load limit has been exceeded,
inspect the backboard.
350 lb.
Lifting and Carrying
Helpers
Two
Operators
+
Two
Helpers
Two
Operators
+
Four
Helpers
Helpers can cause injury or be injured.
Maintain control of the backboard and
direct helpers.
WARNING
!

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SECTION 5 - MAINTAINING THE BACKBOARD
5.1 Maintenance Schedule
Thebackboardrequiresregular maintenance. Set
up and follow a maintenance schedule.
The following chart represents minimum
maintenance.
When using maintenance products, follow the
manufacturers’ directions and read the
manufacturers’ material safety data sheets.
To order Ferno disinfectants and cleaners, con-
tact Ferno Customer Service, page 9.
5.2 Disinfecting the Backboard
Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow
disinfectant manufacturer’s directions.
Ferno recommends inspecting the backboard for
obvious damage as you disinfect it.
5.3 Cleaning the Backboard
1. Clean all surfaces of the backboard with
warm water and a mild detergent. Use a
stiff-bristled brush if necessary.
2. Rinse backboard with warm water.
3. Towel dry or allow to air dry.
5.4 Inspecting the Backboard
Haveyourservice technician check the following:
qIs the backboard free of cracks and
crevices?
qIf your service uses speed clips, are all ten
speed-clip pins solidly in place and free of
cracks or damage?
If inspection shows damage, remove the
backboard from service and destroy it to prevent
accidental use of a damaged backboard.
Disinfecting (this page)
Cleaning (this page)
Inspecting (this page)
•
Each Month
As Needed
Each Use
••
•
Improper maintenance can cause injury.
Maintain the backboard only as described
in this manual.
WARNING
!
Important
Do not attempt to repair the backboard.
Repairs can cause backboard performance
to be unpredictable. Repairs will void the
warranty.

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SECTION 6 - ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS
Model # Description
430 ................ Restraint. Nylon webbing, metal
buckle
430-P............. Restraint. Polypropylene webbing,
plastic buckle
439 ................ Backboard Strap Kit
770 ................ Fastrap Restraint System
773 ................ Restraint Series
773-SC .......... Restraint Series with Speed Clips
445 ................ Universal Head Immobilizer
453 ................ Cervi VII™ Adjustable Extrication
Collar
455 ................ HeadHugger™ Disposable Head
Immobilizer
Ferno offers a full line of accessories approved
for use with the backboard.
Fernoalsooffersafulllineof emergency products
for the EMS professional.
Topurchase accessoriesorotherFernoproducts,
contact Ferno Customer Service, below.
6.1 Accessories
SECTION 7 - CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer service and product support are
important aspects of each Ferno product.
Forassistancewiththe backboard, contact Ferno
Customer Service.
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SECTION 8 - LIMITED WARRANTY
Limited Warranty Summary
Ferno-Washington, Inc. (Ferno), warrants the products we manufacture to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for one year except as follows:
(A) External finishes (gelcoat, decals, paint, etc.) are warranted for 90 days.
(B) Repairs and services are warranted for 90 days or until the end of the time period(s) above, whichever
comes last.
This limited warranty applies when you use and care for the product properly. If the product is not used and cared
for properly, the warranty is void. The warranty period begins the day the product is shipped from Ferno or the day
you receive it if you have proof of the delivery date. Shipping charges are not covered by the limited warranty. We
are not liable for shipping damages or damages sustained through using the product.
Limited Warranty Obligation
If a product or part is proven to be defective, Ferno will repair or replace it. At our option, we will refund the
product’s purchase price. The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages.
This is a summary of the limited warranty. The actual terms and conditions of the limited warranty,
and the limitations of liability and disclaimers, are available upon request by calling 800.733.3766
or 937.382.1451.

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