Care & Independence GLOVE User Manual

ISSUE DATE: 08/12/21
VERSION: UG/GHUG-EN01
STATUS: APPROVED
AUTHORISED BY: Technical Director
………………..…………….
J. ASH
GHUG: GLOVE
TM
Hug
THIS USER GUIDE IS APPLICABLE
FOR THE FOLLOWING
GLOVE
TM
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.
TM

Care & Independence GLOVE Specifications

General

Brand	Care & Independence
Model	GLOVE
Category	Sling
Language	English

Summary

General Information and Warranty

Lifetime Warranty Details

Details the lifetime warranty for manufacturing defects, excluding damage from wear, neglect, or accidents.

Hoist Compatibility Statement

Information on the compatibility of slings with major hoist manufacturers' equipment, available upon request.

Sling Safety and Inspection

Safe Sling Usage Guidelines

Covers essential safety points like competent users, risk assessment, and ensuring sling fit for purpose.

Pre-Use Sling Checks

Recommends pre-use checks by competent persons and outlines LOLER examination requirements.

Damaged or Faulty Sling Procedures

Product Care and Maintenance

General Sling Care Advice

Advises on replacing slings at first signs of wear and maintaining label legibility for safety.

Washing and Decontamination

Provides instructions for washing slings at 40°C and guidelines for decontamination routines.

Understanding Your Sling Features

Toileting Sling Components

Details the parts of the 'Comfort' Lining Toileting Sling, 3 Loop Style.

Sling Label Identification

Explains the purpose and content of the four different labels attached to each sling.

Sling Fitting Instructions

Fitting in a Seated Position

Step-by-step guide for correctly fitting the sling when the user is seated.

Fitting from a Supine Position

Step-by-step guide for correctly fitting the sling when the user is lying down.

Additional Support and Resources