Joerns Quickfit Sling User manual

Joerns.co.uk
Redefining Patient Handling
Sling Guide

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Introduction 3
Oxford Sling Models 4
Sling Accessories 15
Oxford Sling Features 16
Material Options 17
User Guide 18
Labelling 18
Safe Working Load 18
Spreader Bar/Cradle Options 19
Sling Selection & Risk Assessment 20
FIM Scoring 21
Sling Sizing 22
Size & Weight Range Guide 23
Matching the Right Sling to the Task 24
Oxford Sling Selector Tool 25
Custom/Special Slings 26
Clinical Support/Advice 27
Moving and Handling Training 27
About Joerns Healthcare 27
Contents

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A sling is an item of moving and handling equipment used with a mechanical lift in order to facilitate the
lifting and transfer of a patient. A sling comprises a specially designed and constructed piece of fabric that
is placed under and around a patient before being attached to the spreader bar/cradle of a lift to raise,
transfer and lower the patient.
When selected and used correctly, a sling and lift combination will achieve a safe, comfortable transfer
and reduce the risks associated with manual handling.
This guide aims to assist those responsible for the provision of slings by outlining some key factors to be
addressed in the selection of the most appropriate sling type for a patient. Guidance is then given as to
which sling from the Oxford range will best meet these needs.
Introduction

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The Oxford range of slings has been designed with a number of features aimed at meeting numerous
lifting requirements and applications. Each sling is described briey below. FIM scores have been provided
as an assessment tool to classify a person’s function from independence to total assistance in 7 levels.
See page 21 for classications details.
Please note: Safe working load may vary between sizes. Please refer to individual product brochures for
more information.
Oxford Sling Models
Quickt Sling
This sling is an easy to t, general-purpose sling with divided leg sections,
designed to suit around 85% of clients. The Quickt design has become one
of the most recognised sling choices available today.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Quickt Spacer Sling
This sling is an easy to t, general-purpose straight leg sling, designed to
suit the majority of clients. Made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven
‘Spacer’ material, with high air permeability offering high levels of comfort.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Spacer
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Quickt Glide Sling
This sling is an easy to t, general-purpose sling with divided leg sections,
suitable for the majority of patients. Integrated low-friction rip-stop nylon to
the spine and leg sections ensures easy application and helps to reduce the
risks associated with tissue viability.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st

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Quickt Deluxe Sling
This sling is a development of the standard Quickt design and is suitable for
the vast majority of patients. Contoured leg sections provide increased hip and
thigh support and it can be used for amputees following careful assessment.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester | Net | Disposable
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
MultiFit Sling
This sling is a general-purpose sling with deluxe ‘paddle’ style legs for increased
comfort and support. Integrated low-friction rip-stop nylon to the leg and spine sections
ensures easy application and helps to reduce the risks associated with tissue viability.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: 1 - 12
Material Options: Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
MultiFit Reex Sling
This sling incorporates ‘reex’ shoulder straps that provide automatic
adjustment for clients who have a lack of seat control or are prone to extensor
spasm or mild to moderate involuntary movement. Integrated low-friction rip-
stop nylon to the leg and spine sections ensures easy application and helps
reduce the risks associated with tissue viability.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: 1 - 12
Material Options: Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
For the safety of both patient and carer, Joerns Healthcare strongly recommend that a full
risk assessment is conducted prior to using any sling. This will help to ensure that the choice
of sling and safe procedure for transfer has been appropriately identied for the patient.

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MultiFit SL Reex Sling
This sling incorporates ‘reex’ shoulder straps that provide automatic
adjustment for clients who have a lack of seat control or are prone to extensor
spasm. It incorporates over-sized, deluxe ‘paddle’ style leg supports for added
comfort and support, particularly for clients with larger thighs. Integrated low-
friction rip-stop nylon to the leg and spine sections ensures easy application
and helps reduce the risks associated with tissue viability.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: 1 - 12
Material Options: Polyester / Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
UniFit Sling
This sling is an easy to t, general-purpose sling with divided leg sections
suitable for the vast majority of patients. Padded leg sections as standard
provide excellent comfort and support for the client.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
MultiFit SL Sling
This sling is a development of the standard MultiFit sling. It incorporates
over-sized, deluxe ‘paddle’ style leg supports for added comfort and support,
particularly for clients with larger thighs. Integrated low-friction rip-stop nylon
to the leg and spine sections ensures easy application and helps to reduce
the risks associated with tissue viability.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: 1 - 12
Material Options: Polyester / Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
Some slings incorporate ‘reex’ shoulder straps as opposed to the standard looped straps.
This helps provide automatic adjustment for patients with a lack of seat control or who are
prone to extensor spasm. It allows the sling strap to slide across it’s attachment point in
harmony with the patient’s movement offering a less restrictive environment for the patient.
Examples are the Oxford MultiFit Reex and UltraFine Reex slings.

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UniFit Deluxe Sling
This sling is an easy to t, general-purpose sling suitable for most basic
transfer requirements. The contoured leg sections, complete with padding
and hip tapes as standard, offer excellent comfort and reduced pressure in
the upper leg area.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
High Back Sling
This sling is designed for lifting and transferring clients from either a seated
or recumbent position. Made from heavy-duty polyester and with integrated
head support, it offers good support and reassurance for the client.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
Full Back Sling
This sling is an easy t, contoured sling designed to t most clients. It offers
excellent full body support and the correct size will t snugly and give full
protection for patients who go into extension or have involuntary movements
or behavioural problems.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net | Disposable
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Oxford slings can be customised from their standard specication where patient specic
requirements need to be met. Bespoke sizing, padding, eece lining and body belts are just
some of the options available. Please contact Joerns Healthcare for further information.

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For the safety of both patient and carer, Joerns Healthcare strongly recommend that a full
risk assessment is conducted prior to using any sling. This will help to ensure that the choice
of sling and safe procedure for transfer has been appropriately identied for the patient.
Comfort Sling
This sling is an easy t, contoured sling designed to accommodate the majority
of clients. For use in conjunction with a 4-point positioning cradle, the patented
Securi3 clip system ensures no inadvertent detachment of the sling.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Clips / 4-point cradle
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net | Disposable
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Full Back Spacer Sling
This sling is an easy to t contoured sling with padded leg sections, offering
good protection for patients who have involuntary movements or behavioural
problems. Made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven ‘Spacer’
material with high air permeability, offering high levels of comfort.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Spacer
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Full Back Silkt Sling
This sling is a exible, contoured easy to t sling designed to t most clients.
It is especially suited to patients in moulded type wheelchair systems where
tting of a sling can prove difcult. The correct size will t snugly and give full
protection for patients who go into extension or have involuntary movements or
behavioural problems.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st

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Full Body (Loops) Sling
This sling offers excellent support for clients. Quick and easy to apply, it
has an integrated head support and padded leg sections as standard and
offers good protection for patients who go into extension or have moderate
involuntary movements or behavioural problems.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
Full Body (Clips) Sling
This sling is a general-purpose sling with integrated head support offering
excellent comfort and support for clients. Quick and easy to apply, this sling
utilises Securi3 clip attachment points to suit 4-point positioning cradles and
offers good protection for patients who go into extension or have moderate
involuntary movements or behavioural problems.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Clips / 4-point cradle
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
Full Body (Hybrid) Sling
This sling is a general-purpose sling with integrated head support and pad-
ded legs, offering good protection for patients who go into extension or have
moderate involuntary movements or behavioural problems. Quick and easy to
apply, this sling utilises both loop and Securi3 clip attachment points to enable
use on both 4-point positioning cradles and standard spreader bars.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar or Clips / 4-point cradle
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester | Net | Spacer
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
The Oxford Full Body (Hybrid) sling comprises both loop and clip attachments and is
designed to be compatible with both spreader bar (loop) and cradle (clip) options. Where
a facility has a mix of both standard spreader bar and cradle specied lifts, this sling offers
obvious benets in being cross-compatible.

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Toileting Low Sling
This sling is designed specically to facilitate the toileting process, offering good
access to clothing. Made from durable, heavy-duty polyester, it incorporates a
removable, elasticated waist belt for added support and security. It is not a
general purpose sling and will only suit around 25% of clients.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 2 or 3following careful assessment
SWL
284kg / 44st
Comfort Access Padded Sling
This sling, with head support, has been designed specically to facilitate the
toileting process, allowing easy access to clothing. For use in conjunction
with a 4-point positioning cradle, the patented Securi3 clip system ensures
no inadvertent detachment of the sling. It is not a general purpose sling and
will only suit approximately 25% of clients.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Clips / 4-point cradle
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 2 or 3following careful assessment
SWL
227kg / 35st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Access sling as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
Access Padded Sling
This sling has been designed specically to facilitate the toileting process by
allowing excellent access to clothing. It is an easy to t sling, fully padded for
additional comfort. It is not a general purpose sling and will only suit around
25% of clients. Available with or without head support.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 2 or 3following careful assessment
SWL
227kg / 35st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Access sling as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
Toileting slings by their very nature have large apertures to allow easier access to clothing
and to help facilitate the toileting process. This can pose safety concerns due to the inherent
risk of a patient falling through the sling, especially those with low muscle tone. A thorough
risk assessment MUST be carried out prior to using this style of sling to ensure a dignied,
comfortable and safe transfer takes place.

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UltraFine Straight Leg Sling
This sling is made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven ‘Spacer’ material
with high air permeability and pressure redistribution properties. Integrated,
low-friction rip-stop nylon to the leg sections ensures easier application.
Available with or without head support.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Spacer + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
In-Situ Sling
The Oxford In-Situ is a hammock style sling suitable for tting from a
recumbent position only. Made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven
‘Spacer’ material with high air permeability, offering high levels of comfort.
Suitable for the lifting of amputees following careful assessment.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Spacer
FIM Scores: 1 or 2following careful assessment
SWL
200kg / 31st
Toileting Plus Sling
This sling is an easy to t sling designed specically to facilitate the toileting
process, providing excellent access to clothing. Made from a heavy-duty
polyester material, it offers both excellent support and durability. It is not a
general-purpose sling and will only suit around 25% of clients.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 2 or 3following careful assessment
SWL
284kg / 44st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Toileting Plus sling as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
3D woven spacer material has become a popular option for patient slings. Due to its inherent
cushioning and air-ow characteristics, patients often nd it more comfortable than standard
polyester options. It is often promoted and referred to as an ‘In-Situ’ material although this
is not strictly true. Divided leg sections still have potential to interfere with tissue viability for
‘at risk’ patients due to the stitched binding/seams. The Oxford In-Situ sling is designed to
negate this problem through its ‘seamless’ leg section, helping to reduce these risks.

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UltraFine Lite Straight Leg Sling
This sling is a divided leg sling, made from a super-soft micro-bre polyester,
offering excellent levels of comfort. Integrated, low-friction rip-stop nylon to the
leg sections ensures easy application. Available with or without head support.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Super-soft Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
UltraFine Reex Sling
This sling is made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven ‘Spacer’
material, with high air permeability, offering high levels of comfort. With counter-
balance straps to the shoulder sections, this sling is particularly helpful where
a patient is prone to moderate involuntary movement or extension. Integrated,
low-friction rip-stop nylon to the leg sections ensures easier application.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Spacer + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
UltraFine Deluxe Leg Sling
This sling incorporates ared leg sections for increased patient comfort and
support. Made from a cushioned and breathable 3D woven ‘Spacer’ material
with high air permeability, offering high levels of comfort. Integrated, low-
friction rip-stop nylon to the leg sections ensures easier application. Available
with or without head support.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Spacer + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
284kg / 44st
Some Oxford slings have a nylon material cover added to the leg and back sections. This
‘rip-stop’ nylon has very low friction properties, making the sling easier to slide into place
during application. Examples include the Oxford UltraFine range and the Quickt Glide.

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Long Seat Sling
This sling is a hammock style sling designed for amputees but also suitable
for other patients. This sling is traditionally tted from a recumbent position
and the use of side suspenders will facilitate a more comfortable transfer.
Patients should be carefully assessed for suitability by a qualied person.
Available with or without commode aperture.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester | Net
FIM Scores: 1 or 2following careful assessment
SWL
227kg / 35st
Oxford slings can be customised from their standard specication where patient specic
requirements need to be met. Bespoke sizing, padding, eece lining and body belts are just
some of the options available. Please contact Joerns Healthcare for further information.
UltraFine Lite Deluxe Leg Sling
This sling incorporates deluxe legs for increased patient support. Made from
a super-soft micro-bre polyester, it offers excellent levels of comfort and
the low-friction rip-stop nylon to the leg sections ensures easy application.
Available with or without head support.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Super-soft Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the oor
SWL
227kg / 35st
Standing Harness
The Standing Harness is a versatile sling to assist with standing, walking or
toileting. It is not a general-purpose sling and requires the patient to be able
to partially weight-bear. Often used for rehabilitation activity in combination
with an overhead lift.
Lift Type: Passive
Attachment: Loops / 6-point Spreader Bar
Standard Sizes: XS | Small | Medium | Large | XL
Material Options: Super-soft Polyester + Nylon
FIM Scores: 2 or 3following careful assessment
SWL
227kg / 35st

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Bariatric Hammock Sling
Specically designed to be compatible with the Oxford Calibre, this sling is
suitable for the safe transfer of bariatric patients. Made from a triple skinned,
breathable material, it is particularly suited to patients who may have to
remain in the sling for extended periods. Patients must be carefully assessed
for suitability by a qualied person prior to a transfer taking place.
Lift Type: Passive (Calibre only)
Attachment: Clips / 6-point cradle
Standard Sizes: XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL
Material Options: Spacer
Careful and thorough risk assessment required prior to use
SWL
385kg / 60st
Deluxe Transport Sling
The Oxford Deluxe Transport sling is suitable for those patients with a
degree of weight bearing ability. It is an easy to t, general-purpose sling
giving full support to most clients. It will not suit double amputees or lifting
from a horizontal position.
Lift Type: Active / Stand-aid
Attachment: Loops
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 2, 3 and 4following careful assessment
SWL
200kg / 31st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Deluxe Transport sling as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
The Oxford Transport sling is an excellent option for active stand-aid lifts. Rather than
bringing a patient to a full standing position, it is designed to offer a seated position for
transfer. Conversely, it is possible to use this sling as a conventional standing sling by not
utilising the leg sections. A degree of weight bearing ability is required for all stand-aid slings
and so a thorough risk assessment is strongly advised.
Deluxe Standing Sling
The Oxford Deluxe Standing sling is suitable for those patients who have a
greater degree of weight bearing ability. It allows excellent access for toileting
and is easy to t, providing quick and effective transfers.
Lift Type: Active / Stand-aid
Attachment: Loops
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester | Disposable
FIM Scores: 3 and 4following careful assessment
SWL
200kg / 31st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Deluxe Standing sling as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
NOTE: This sling is specically designed for use with the Oxford Calibre lift and requires a thorough risk assessment prior to use.

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Head supports and pads help to ensure correct
positioning and support during a transfer.
Extension straps allow an increase in length of
the existing sling straps that connect to the lift.
Sling Accessories
A head/neck roll provides additional comfort
and support for the patient.
Side suspenders for use with Oxford Long
Seat or Quickt slings.
Oxford’s ultra-low friction slide sheets allow
basic patient handling tasks to be completed
without the need to lift the patient.
Patient Handling Belt
The Patient Handling Belt offers carers a means of providing standing assistance
to patients. It can be used independently or in combination with a compatible
manual standing/transfer device, e.g. the Oxford Switch. It may also be used to
help with walking rehabilitation/gait training activity following careful assessment.
Lift Type: Standing Transfer Device
Attachment: Loops
Standard Sizes: Small | Medium | Large
Material Options: Polyester
FIM Scores: 3 and 4following careful assessment
SWL
200kg / 31st
NOTE: A thorough risk assessment MUST be carried out when using the Patient Handling Belt as it can be unsafe when used with the wrong patient.
Oxford’s Easy Mitts are designed to help carers
reduce patient skin friction when performing
a variety of tasks, e.g. ensuring easier sling
application or supporting small positioning tasks.

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Oxford slings have many common attributes that make them easier to use, and easier to train with.
Oxford Sling Features
Coloured binding or tabs provide clear
recognised size information at a glance.
Coloured loop straps that provide adjustment
and the correct positioning angle for the 6-point
spreader bar system.
Clear sling labels provide identication, safety
information and on-going care guidelines.
Modesty loops help prevent the patient’s legs from
splaying while transferring to maintain dignity.
Centre-line markers aid the carer in the correct
positioning of the sling, especially when inserting
the sling before an off the bed or oor transfer.
Positioning handles on our slings are carefully
positioned to offer ease of handling.
Padding provides additional comfort and support
to delicate areas and our webbing straps have
covered ends to protect the patient’s skin.
The grey colour of our standard polyester slings
means contamination is easy to spot - but the
polyester fabric isn’t prone to staining, and is
easily laundered.

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Polyester
A strong, hard-wearing material that has been
a consistent standard for Oxford slings over the
years. This tried and tested fabric is traditionally
available in medium grey, although selected sling
models are offered in alternative colours.
Polyester Net
Complimentary to the polyester solid, the net (or
mesh) variant is also a common option through
the Oxford sling range. This fabric is ideally suited
to bathing and/or swimming pool environments
due to its quick drainage and drying properties.
Super-soft
Oxford’s super-soft option is a warp knitted poly-
ester using 100% microbre, providing excellent
strength and durability. Offered in navy blue on
selected sling models, it is a notably soft grade
fabric offering enhanced comfort for the user.
Rip-stop Nylon
A light-weight military grade fabric often referred
to as ‘parasilk’. With interwoven reinforcement
threads for strength, it provides an extremely low
friction surface, lending itself to users in moulded
type wheelchair systems where tting of a sling
can prove difcult. Some slings use this material
on back and/or leg sections to ensure easier sling
application (e.g. MultiFit).
Spacer
A cushioned and breathable 3D woven spacer
fabric (4mm) offering high air permeability and good
drainage. Two-way stretch characteristics enables
this material to adapt to the contours of the user,
resulting in high levels of comfort and support.
Polyester Disposable
This polyester material option is specically de-
veloped for single patient use, helping to reduce
the risks of cross infection. Slings made from
this fabric must not be laundered or exposed to
water in order to maintain their integrity. Avail-
able on selected models only.
Material Options

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The safe working load is clearly stated on the sling label. This can vary dependent on sling type and size
so always check the label before use.
Safe Working Load
Labelling
User Guide
A detailed user guide is provided with every sling. It contains essential information including safety guidance,
machine washing and general care of the sling. The user guide should be read and understood prior to
using any Oxford sling.
IMPORTANT: Remember to check the safe working load
of the hoist prior to lifting a patient as it may differ to that
of the sling.
XXXXX
SWL
227kg / 35st / 500lbs
nSling model
nSling part number
nSize
nTesting mark (CE or similar)
nDate of manufacture
Note: Each sling includes a unique serial number to enable traceability.
This is particularly useful when completing inspection and audit records.
Sling labels provide essential information about the sling,
including:
nWashing/care instructions
nSafe working load (SWL)
nBar code (not shown)
nService log
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
YEAR 4
YEAR 5
YEAR 6
SLING SERVICE LOG
DATE INTO SERVICE
56000245 Rev A DCO15-0071
/ /
CLIENT
DETAILS
OXFORD®QUICKFIT
PART NO.
¢XS SPECIAL
¢SMALL SL1000
¢MEDIUM SL1003
¢LARGE SL1006
¢XL SPECIAL
MADE IN THE UK

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The Oxford Professional lift range has the option of two sling attachment systems that provide the carer
greater choice in selecting the most appropriate sling and cradle for a task. The Advance, Presence and
Stature can be used with either the 6-point spreader bar or a 4-point positioning cradle. Both systems
have their place, but more importantly, it allows the carer to choose exactly the right sling for the patient
and task in question.
6-point Spreader Bar
The 6-point spreader bar uses slings with webbing loops that allow
positioning adjustments to be made by selecting the different coloured
loops. The attachment straps at shoulder level determine the position of
the back, ranging from upright through to reclined. Similarly, the attachment
straps at the legs determine the approximate degree of exion at the hip,
from around 90° to 45°.
The position achieved by adjusting the loops will depend upon the height
and build of the patient. The rule of thumb is the shorter the shoulder
straps the more upright the client will be.
Spreader Bar/Cradle Options
6-point spreader bar
4-point shallow cradle
(Manual - Advance lift only)
4-point positioning cradle
(powered version shown)
INSERT PULL/LOCK SECURE SAFE
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4-point Positioning Cradles
The 4-point positioning cradle uses the Securi3 safety clip system and
adjustment is made by rotating the cradle handle either down or up to
obtain an upright or reclined position for the patient. Both manual and
powered cradles are available.
Securi3 Clip Sling Attachment System
(4-point cradle only)
The Oxford Securi3 clip system is designed to ensure NO inadvertent
detachment occurs during a transfer. The following key stages assures
the patient and carer of complete safety.

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Selecting a sling for an individual patient involves more than simply measuring their size and deciding
what the sling will be used for. Other factors to take into consideration for example are the level of support
required from the sling and whether a commode aperture is necessary. However, to be sure that a sling
meets specic requirements and is the most appropriate sling available, many further aspects need to be
considered as part of the selection process. Some of these are discussed briey here.
Sling Selection & Risk Assessment
In order to be sure that the sling selected will be suited to its required use, it is necessary to determine the
type of transfer task(s) that are desired, together with the frequency with which they will occur. This relates
closely to the functional requirements of the sling. (For example: a sling that is to be used for toileting may
require a commode aperture).
Information About the Tasks
When selecting slings, it is important to be mindful of the person(s) who will be tting the sling and using
the lift. Their abilities and limitations - especially experience and training - must be considered. Some
slings are more complicated than others to t and a handler may be reluctant to use a sling if the process
of tting it is too complex. The number of carers available to t the sling as well as the total number of
carers involved in a patient’s care may also be important considerations - a range of carers may have a
range of capabilities.
Information About the Carer(s) or Handler(s)
It is necessary and important to establish a sling’s compatibility with other equipment, especially the lift or
lifting system. It is also important to identify any associated equipment that is involved in a transfer, such
as seating, beds, trolleys, toilets and play or therapy equipment to ascertain that the lift and sling will work
effectively with these items.
Information About Other Equipment
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Different types of slings provide different levels of support for the patient being lifted. The support level is
determined by the shape and structure of the fabric, with the main body of the sling providing support to
the back and head (1) and the leg straps providing support to the thighs, hips and buttocks (2/3).
Sling Support Levels