Ferno PROFlexX - Using Additional Help

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© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006
PROFlexX
®
Series
6.8 Using Additional Help
Operating the cot requires a minimum of two trained
operators. They may need additional help when working
with heavy loads (patient plus equipment).
The chart below shows suggested placement for
operators and helpers.
Note: Side helpers may need to walk sideways under
some circumstances. Follow your local protocols.
Using the Cot
Helpers can cause injury or be injured.
Maintain control of the cot, operate the
controls, and direct all helpers.
WARNING
!
Key: O = Operator H = Helper P = Patient
Changing Levels
Helpers Loading/UnloadingRolling
Two
Operators
+
Four
Helpers
Two
Operators
+
Two
Helpers
STANDARD
LOAD LIMIT
* Follow bariatric transport procedures (pages 29-31)
when working with loads in excess of the standard load
limit. Inspect the cot if the Standard Load Limit has
been exceeded (see Inspecting the Cot, page 33).
700 lb
318 kg
1100 lb
500 kg
BARIATRIC
LOAD LIMIT*
Important
Trained operators position themselves at the
head and foot ends of the cot and operate the
controls. Show helpers where to stand and how
to grasp the cot.
Operators should do the following:
• Position themselves at the head and foot ends of
the cot
• Maintain control of the cot at all times
• Operate the controls
• Direct all helpers