Ferno iNLINE - Operator Focus; Operator Training; Terms

© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / March 2016 / 234-3621-00
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2  OPERATOR FOCUS
Operator Focus
2.1 Operator Training
Operators using the fastening system:
● must read and understand this manual.
● must have training on proper use of the fastening system.
● must have a training on emergency-medical service and emergency
patient-handling procedures.
● must have the physical ability to assist the patient.
● must practice with the fastening system before using it with a
patient.
● must keep training records. For a sample training record sheet, see
"Training Record" on page 22.
The Ferno Injury Free program from Ferno provides training on
nutrition, exercise, management of stress and fatigue, ergonomics, and
injury prevention, all from an emergency-medical services perspective.
http://www.fernoems.com/injuryfree
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured. Permit
only trained personnel to operate the fastening system.
EMT: Injury Free
For training on nutrition, exercise, ergonomics,
injury prevention, and more, scan the QR Code
below with an internet-connected device.
2.2 Terms
The following terms are used in this manual.
● FASTENING SYSTEM: The fastening system is a generic term for
a device that secures a compatible ambulance cot or transport
system inside an ambulance for ground-based transport.
● INTEGRATED CHARGING SYSTEM (ICS): The ICS is the system
of cables and connections from the battery charger to the
fastening system. The ICS delivers charging power to the iN∫X
when the power to the charger is ON and the iN∫X is secured in
the fastening system.
● INTERACTIVE CONTENT: For training videos and proper use of
the iN∫X, scan a QR code in this manual, click a link in an electronic
version of this manual or visit our website at www.ferno.com.
● NOSE: The nose is located at the end of the fastening system
nearest the rear ambulance doors (or furthest from the ambulance
driver.)