Oxford Full Back Silkfit Sling Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- OXFORD
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Oxford Full Back Silkfit Sling
Oxford
Full Back Silkfit Sling To avoid injury, read the user manual prior to use.
For alternative languages, contact your authorized service provider. Always
refer to Joerns.co.uk for the latest revision.
Introduction
The Oxford® Full Back Silkfit Sling is a flexible, contoured easy-to-fit sling designed to fit most clients. It is especially suited to patients in molded- type wheelchair systems where fitting a sling can prove difficult. The correct size will fit snugly and give full protection for patients who go into extension or have involuntary movements or behavioral problems.
Special Sling Orders
On occasions, material, dimensional, and other changes outside of the standard
specification are requested. Please be advised, that aside from any model-
specific references, fitting, washing, and safety guidelines remain
applicable. If you are in any doubt, please contact your authorized Oxford
service agent or Joerns Healthcare directly.
Statement of Intended Use
A sling is an item of moving and handling equipment that is used with a
mechanical lift in order to facilitate the transfer of a patient. It comprises
a specially designed and constructed piece of fabric that is placed under
and/or around a patient before being attached to the spreader bar/cradle of a
lift to raise, transfer and lower the patient. When selected and used
correctly, a sling and lift combination will achieve a safer transfer and
reduce the risks associated with manual handling. It is the responsibility of
a competent person to conduct a thorough risk assessment prior to using any
sling, to ensure that the sling choice, method of positioning in the sling and
procedure for transfer has been correctly determined for the patient. For
further guidance, please contact your authorised Oxford Service Provider or
Joerns Healthcare. FOR USE WITH PASSIVE LIFTS ONLY.
Expected Service Life
The expected service life of an Oxford sling will vary depending on use and
following the care and washing instructions provided in the user guide.
Factors such as wash temperature, detergents, frequency of use, and patient
weight will impact on the lifetime of your sling. Joerns Healthcare recommends
that slings are checked each and every time prior to use to ensure the safety
of the patient. Bleached, torn, cut, frayed or broken slings are unsafe and
must be discarded and replaced. It is a requirement under LOLER (Lifting
Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) that slings are thoroughly
checked and passed fit for use. For further advice, please contact your
authorised Oxford Service Provider or Joerns Healthcare.
Serious Incident Reporting
In the event of a serious incident taking place during the use of this product, affecting the patient and/or caregiver, it must be reported to the product manufacturer or authorized distributor. Should the incident take place within the European Union (EU), it must also be reported to the local competent authority within the member state.
WARNING
- OXFORD RECOMMENDS THE USE OF GENUINE OXFORD PARTS. Oxford sling and lift products are designed to be compatible with one another. For country-specific guidance on sling use and compatibility, please refer to the sling label or contact your local market distributor or Joerns Healthcare.
- For the safety of the patient and carer; before using a sling a full risk assessment must be conducted to ensure that the correct sling choice, method of positioning in the sling, and procedure for transfer have been determined for the patient.
- CHECK sling and stitching before each use. Using bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or broken slings is unsafe and could result in serious injury or death to the patient.
- DO NOT alter slings. Destroy and discard worn slings.
- NEVER leave a patient unattended.
- DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the sling or lift.
- DO NOT attempt to re-position a patient by pulling on the sling loops.
Fitting the Sling from a Seated Position
- Raise the client’s leg and feed the padded leg piece under and up between the legs. Ensure that the sling is not twisted or creased under the thigh. Repeat this procedure for the other leg
- Feed the right leg support through the dignity strap on the left leg support (optional). Cross over leg straps, pass one leg strap through the other, and attach to the hoist on front hooks.
- Raise the lift to a convenient height and attach the shoulder straps as shown. You may then raise the client to the required height. When seating the client the hand grip on the back of the sling may be used to ensure a good seated posture.
Fitting the Sling from a Lying Position
Safely position the client onto the sling, ensuring that the top of the
commode aperture is at the base of the spine Bring the leg support straps up
and between the client’s legs and proceed from the seated position, attaching
to the shortest possible loops.
N.B. If you wish to place the client onto a high bed it may be necessary
to lower the patient onto an intermediate surface and adjust the strap length.
Technical Specifications
- STANDARD BS EN ISO 10535
Sizing & Safe Working Load
- SIZE SAFE WORKING LOAD
- PAEDIATRIC (BROWN) 500Ibs / 227kg
- SMALL (RED) 500Ibs / 227kg
- MEDIUM (YELLOW) 500Ibs / 227kg
- LARGE (GREEN) 500Ibs / 227kg
- EXTRA LARGE (BLUE) 500Ibs / 227kg
For more information on sling dimensions, please contact us. For guidance on sling application, visit www.oxfordslingselector.co.uk.
Key Symbols
The following symbols are used for the Oxford Full Back Silkfit Slings
Washing Instructions & Safety Checks
WARNING
Slings can suffer damage during washing and drying and should be checked
carefully before each use. Scan the QR code or click here for important sling
safety checks and information.
PLEASE NOTE: Additional slings are available to meet individual patient
needs. We advise that you always seek the advice of a trained clinician,
authorized Oxford distributor, or Joerns Healthcare prior to purchase or use.
End-of-Life Disposal
Slings and associated material accessories should be sorted as combustible
waste in accordance with local or national regulations.
Joerns Healthcare Limited
Drakes Broughton Business Park, Worcester Road
Drakes Broughton, Pershore, Worcestershire
WR10 2AG United Kingdom
Tel: 0344 811 1158
[email protected]
www.joerns.co.uk
References
- Joerns Healthcare | Medical Lifts, Slings and Accessories
- Joerns Healthcare | Medical Lifts, Slings and Accessories
- Joerns Healthcare | Oxford Sling Selector