Freeway Raiser User Manual Page 11 of 24 Part No. 999017 / Rev.4 / Dec 2017
8. Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation
and the use of the Freeway Raiser is straightforward. These basic safety
precautions will help make transfer operations easy and trouble free.
ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST (next section) before using the Raiser.
ALWAYS conduct a risk assessment to plan your transfer operations before
commencing.
ALWAYS read this manual and familiarise yourself with the operating
and safety features of the Raiser before transferring a patient.
ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the
correct size and capacity.
ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions in the user manual.
ALWAYS check that the safe working load of the Raiser is suitable for the
weight of the patient.
ALWAYS carry out transfers according to the instructions in the user manual.
ALWAYS apply the brakes when parking a Raiser.
ALWAYS manoeuvre the Raiser with the handle provided.
NEVER push a loaded Raiser at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace.
NEVER use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the Raiser.
NEVER push the Raiser over uneven or rough ground, particularly if loaded.
NEVER attempt to push or pull a loaded Raiser over a floor obstruction which
the castors are unable to ride over easily.
NEVER bump the Raiser down steps, loaded or unloaded, this will damage the
Castors
NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
NEVER transfer a patient on to a Raiser without applying the brakes
NEVER transfer a patient on a Raiser if they cannot support their own body
weight
YOUR Raiser is for a patient transfer. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used, for
any other purpose.
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