PETERMANN PM-5050 Flexible Sliding Board User Manual

Flexible Sliding Board
Manual

General Information

Thank you for choosing a Petermann product.
Please read the user manual carefully before using the product for the first time!
The current understanding in modern occupational health and safety is that people in nursing professions experience significant work-related physical strain. Back injuries are common. There are many situations in which a patient has to be transferred from a  bed, a wheeled stretcher, ambulance stretcher, an X-Ray table or a wheelchair to a different stretcher or seat. The strain on the user and the patient / care-dependent can be reduced significantly through the use of transfer aids.
The use of transfer aids should be conditional upon the user having learned to use the equipment properly. The user has to decide for themselves what equipment is suitable to the patient’s situation and the intended sequence of movements.
The flexible Sliding Board consists of a machined, highly elastic, flexible polyethylene plate, which depending on the version consists of three parts and can be folded lengthwise. Anti-slip strips are attached to the bottom of the flexible Sliding Board to prevent  the board from sliding away on the underlay. The flexible Sliding Board is available in 3 sizes and is used to transfer patients. The patient is no longer required to come to a standing position, but can complete the position change independently or with assistance  while seated.
The flexible Sliding Boards are part of a product line which is used specifically to aid in the transfer of patients in hospitals and other health care facilities, as well as in home care.
The flexible Sliding Board is a safe transfer aid, which allows for a transfer from the bed to the wheelchair which is pleasant and comfortable for the patient as well as being simple and back-friendly for the user.
The product may only be used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions.
The information in this user manual is for the patient who is being transferred and moved, as well as the user performing the transfer/position change.
Contact us if you require additional information or assistance using the Petermann product.

1.1 Product versions
Item No.: PM-5020 flexible Children´s Sliding Board
Item No.: PM-5030 flexible Sliding Board with rounded edges
Item No.: PM-5050 flexible Sliding Board
Item No.: PM-5024 flexible Sliding Board
Item No.: PM-5025 flexible Sliding Board

1.2 Accessories
No accessories are available for this device.

1.3 Scope of delivery
Flexible Sliding Board
User manual

1.4 Storage, transport
Store/transport at -5 C – 40 C
Other: protect from sunlight

1.5 Service life / lifecycle
If the product is used in accordance with the safety instructions, then the expected product service life is five years.
However, the effective service life may vary depending on the frequency and intensity of use and the number of cleaning and disinfection cycles.
Perform regular function checks on the product and be sure to observe the safety information (see item 2).

Safety information

WARNING indicates a potential danger which could lead to personal injury or material damage.

• It is the responsibility of the organisation / the user to determine, on the basis of the circumstances (weight / health condition of the patient) and the capabilities of the user, whether several users may be required for the transfer and/or whether additional  safety measures are required.
• Defective products may no longer be used.
• Ensure that the transfers are performed by the users in a back-friendly manner.
• Weight limits must be observed (200 kg).
• Transfer products are subject to a natural ageing process. Inspect the equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality.
• The handle is intended solely for positioning. Do not reach into the handle openings during transfer.
• The use of non-standard cleaning agents or bleaching agents, alcohols or other chemical additives may lead to permanent deterioration of the sliding mat properties.
• Ensure that both ends of the flexible Sliding Board are securely supported on the transfer surfaces. The clear distance bridged with the flexible Sliding Board must not exceed 20 cm (10 cm in the case of PM-5020).
• Transfers under naked skin must be aided with a protective layer (e.g. towel).
• The smooth surface significantly reduces resistance due to friction during repositioning. Check the transfer surfaces carefully to ensure they are fixed in place securely (e.g. wheelchair, bed).

2.1 Symbols used

| Wipe off| | Manufacturer
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| Do not bleach| | Batch no. / lot no.
| Do not tumble| | Identification code
| Do not iron| | Conformity mark
| Do not dry clean| | Item number
****| Warning| | Medical device label
| Observe the user manual| | max. load capacity see item 6
| The distance between free transfer surfaces using the Sliding Board must not be more than 20 cm  (10 cm in the case of PM-5020/PM-5024/PM-5025, deviations see item 6).

2.2 Function check
Transfer products are also subject to a natural ageing process. Inspect the equipment regularly and carefully, in particular before each use.

| Visual inspection
Ensure that material, seams, handle loops and buckles are undamaged and in functional order.
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| Sliding properties
Place the product on a firm surface Pull your hands over the product with pressure
Good glide – easy gliding
Low glide: no gliding/moving possible
| Stability test
Bend product to test stability

****➢ Defective products may no longer be used!

Using the product

3.1 Indication and further use
Due to the wide range of possible applications, the indications cannot be tied to a specific clinical picture, since flexible Sliding Boards are suitable for all applications involving people who require assistance.

• Seated transfer with more supporting surface area and reduced friction.
• Maintaining independence with restricted mobility.
• Facilitates position changes with and without assistance.
• Reduction of shear and friction forces in case of an elevated risk of decubitus.
• Protection from injuries due to bed edges, wheelchair wheels or brake levers.
• Good adaptability thanks to the flexible material when height differences must be overcome.

This product may be reused.
Before reusing the product, be sure to perform a thorough function check (see item 2.2) as well as cleaning or disinfection of the product. (see item 5)

3.2 Contraindications
Contraindications cannot be tied to a specific clinical picture. Observe the safety information under item 2.

• All diagnoses which preclude sitting.

3.3 Application risks

• Insufficient care while placing under buttocks → risk of pinching the skin
• The movement is performed surprisingly or too quickly → risk of falling, particularly in the case of anxious patients, attention must be paid to the patient and his condition
• Lack of stabilisation → risk of falling

3.4 Areas of application
The product can be used in home care and other health care facilities as well as hospitals.

3.5 Application illustration

3.6 Application
The flexible Sliding Board is used for transferring patients. The patient is no longer required to come to a standing position, but can complete the position change independently or with assistance while seated.

Before using, please note

• PM-5030: the back edge must be bent up before the transfer.
• PM-5050: the back edge must be bent up before the transfer, the front edge must also be bent down.
• Ensure that both ends of the flexible Sliding Board are securely supported on the transfer surfaces. The clear distance bridged with the flexible Sliding Board must not exceed 20 cm (for the PM-5020= 10 cm).

3.6.1 Placement

• Steady the upper body and tilt slightly to the side.
• Push the flexible Sliding Board under the buttocks approx. one hand width, parallel with the sitting surface.
• Raise the patient.
• Turn the flexible Sliding Board underneath the patient in the desired direction to the transfer target.
• The transfer can take place.

3.6.2 Transfer methods

• Independently through weight transfer, do not reach into the handle openings as the handle is intended solely for positioning.
• Transfer with assistance.
• Transfer with additional aids.
• Backwards transfer in case of double amputation is possible.
• Transfer with additional sliding aids (BM-0652/-0752): this combination facilitates the transfer to and positioning in a wheelchair and may only be performed with assistance!

Visit our website at www.pm-med.de or watch our comprehensive product videos on our YouTube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdMwKtd1tGQayGEDHsi7Cg/videos

3.7 Approved accessories, combination with other products
Flexible Sliding Boards are used in combination with the following products:

• BM-0652/0752 Blue Motion® Sheets
• PM-3005 Leg Belt
• PM-6013/14/15 Support Belt
• PM-3012/15 Raising Aid

Petermann transfer aids are part of a comprehensive aid product range, which are effective and back-friendly for the user and comfortable and supportive for the patients. Additional Petermann products may be used according to the situation and clinical  picture. Ask our experts. We are happy to help you!

3.7.1 Sets

BM-0652 Sheet

Please observe the user manuals of the other items as well.

Product marking / CE

The Petermann flexible Sliding Board is a Class I Medical Device and meets the EU-Regulation 2017/745 of the European Parliament and Council dated 05.04.2017 for medical devices, also called MDR.
Petermann GmbH is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13485 by TÜV Süd, Medical Devices – Quality management systems applicable to the design and development, production and distribution of aids for people of limited mobility.

Cleaning, care and disinfection

– Trionic® (DGHM/VAH approval, further information on request)
– Mikrobac® Tissues
– Mikrobac® forte
– Bacillol® 30 Foam
– Bacillol® 30 Tissues
– Bacillol® 30 Sensitive Tissues
– Mikrobac® Virucidal Tissues*

• wipe with a cloth soaked in water after disinfection to avoid residues  or layer build-up. Please always follow the manufacturer’s  manuals for use when wiping disinfection.
  Warm water / mild detergent
  Do not use abrasive or bleaching agents!
  Do not use sharp-edged objects!

Be sure to follow the care instructions on the label of each product as well as the manuals for use.

Technical Data

surface
170 kg with 20 cm free transfer surface
PM-5030| Polyethylene, latex free| black| 200 kg
PM-5050| Polyethylene, latex free| black| 200 kg
PM-5024| Polyethylene, latex free| black| 200 kg
PM-5025| Polyethylene, latex free| black| 200 kg
Item no.| Description| Dimensions in mm| Weight| UDI
---|---|---|---|---
PM-5020| Flexible Childrens’s Sliding Board| 580 x 320 x 6| 1040 g| (01)04250355350206(10)x
PM-5030| Flexible Sliding
Board with rounded edges| 740 x 320 x 6| 1280 g| (01)04250355350305(10)x
PM-5050| Flexible Sliding Board| 740 x 320 x 6| 1320 g| (01)04250355350503(10)x
PM-5024| Flexible Sliding Board| 450 x 200 x 6| 500 g| (01)04250355350244(10)x
PM-5025| Flexible Sliding Board| 600 x 250 x 6| 850 g| (01)04250355350251(10)x

The manufacturing of our products is subject to highest quality standards. Due to usual manufacturing variations published dimensions and further information concerning the condition of the product are defined as target production specifications. Deviations  which might occur are monitored by professional quality management procedures and do not represent a reduction in performance of the respective product.

Warranty

• The company Petermann warrants that the product is free from defects in material and workmanship.
• The warranty period is 3 years. It does not cover defects attributable to abrasion, normal wear, improper use or improper cleaning.
• The company Petermann is not liable for accidental or consequential injury or material damage.

Disposal information

There are no specific disposal regulations for flexible Sliding Boards, they can be disposed of in accordance with applicable national and local regulations.

Petermann GmbH
Waldweg 3
D-91601 Dombühl
Phone: +49 (0) 9868-9339-0
Email: petermann@pm-med.de

Petermann GmbH
Waldweg 3
D-91601 Dombühl
Telefon: +49 (0) 9868-9339-0
E-Mail: petermann@pm-med.de

References

• med.de - Ihr Medizinportal | Chirurgie | Krankheiten | Gesundheit | Arztsuche
• Innovative Hilfsmittel - Manuellen Transferhilfen - Petermann DE

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