Unicare Health MiniStretcher Instruction Manual

MiniStretcher
Instruction & Safety Manual
Please read this manual before operation, for
maintenance instructions and safe usage
The enabling power
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MiniStretcher, Instruction & Safety Manual
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Introduction
MiniStretcher is used in emergency care units and ambulance services for lifting and transfer. Transfers
between two locations, for example, bed to stretcher or lifting from the fl oor. MiniStretcher is easy to
keep clean and store.
SystemRoMedic is a series of different models of transfer assistive devices. The choice of assistive
devices depends on the transfer situation and the patient’s functional capability and needs.
Functional Inspection
Visual inspection
Check the condition and function of the assistive device regularly. Check to ensure that seams and
material are free from damage. Check to ensure that fabric is not worn or faded. If there are signs of
wear, the product must be discarded.
Functional inspection
Carefully bend the MiniStretcher to check strength and durability. The mat should be both elastic and
rigid. Discard the MiniStretcher when it´s strength and durability are diminished.
Pull on the handles to ensure that they withstand a heavy load. If there are signs of wear, the product
must be discarded.
Always read the manual
Always read the manuals for all assistive devices used during a transfer. Keep the manual where it is
accessible to users of the product. Do not leave the patient unattended during a transfer situation.

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Placement and use of MiniStretcher
Storage and cleaning
Medical Device Class 1
The product meets the requirements of the Medical
Devices Directive 93/42/EEC.
Contact Unicare Health if you have any questions about
the product and its use. Always make sure that you have
the right version of the manual. The most recent editions of
manuals are available for downloading from our website:
www.unicarehealth.com.au
Material
Polyester
Care of Product
Read the product label
Turn the patient on one side and fold the handles under the MiniStretcher before
it is pushed in under the patient.
Keep the MiniStretcher on an ambulance stretcher, as shown in the picture.
MiniStretcher should be cleaned with a pressure washer and disinfectant.
Place the patient centred on the MiniStretcher and ensure that there is suffi cient
support for the head.
Work in pairs (or more) one on either side, or one at
each end, and lift the patient. Plan the transfer so as to
minimize time taken, lifting and distance.

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