Steris 4095 - 1.4.2 Table Repositioning With Patient Aboard - Not For Patient Transport!; 1.4.3 Patient Safety Straps

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Safety Precautions Operating Manual 056404-443
1.4.2 Table Repositioning With Patient Aboard — Not For Patient Transport!
If the table needs to be repositioned within the operating room with the patient aboard, utilize the following
procedure:
1. Ensure patient is properly secured.
2. Center and level tabletop with patient over column.
3. Lower tabletop to lowest possible height.
4. Ensure table path is clear of obstructions.
5. One person must be at each end of tabletop.
6. Release floor locks.
7. If the table is moved with the patient aboard, apply only lateral force to reposition table.
DO NOT push down on or lift tabletop while repositioning table.
8. Once table is repositioned, lock table by engaging all floor locks.
1.4.3 Patient Safety Straps
Adjust the patient safety straps such that they restrain the patient according to currently accepted patient
restraining practices, keeping in mind the Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg, back, lateral tilt and height
adjustment.
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD: Failure to keep the patient properly secured with the
patient safety straps at all times could result in death or serious injury.