a) to gain
maximum patient security; and
b) to strap
tightly without undue pressure on patient's chest.
2.
Pull Belts
From storage pockets (easily located, next to the corner elastic holding the
sheet in place.)
3.
Fasten Buckles
over the patient
- no hooks to catch
- no knots to learn
4.
Tighten straps
as tight as possible forming mattress into 'U' shape:
a) to cocoon the
patient
b) to prevent
the patient sliding
c) to reduce
area of friction
d) to make
dragging easier
5.
Slide Mattress Off The Bed
Using the cross straps or end handles. There is no need to lift, just guide
and control the mattress (foot end first) off the bed, and let gravity do
the work.
Where side handles are fitted, these are to allow
additional assistance when moving heavy patients or those needing more
careful handling.
The handles are not designed for lifting.
6.
Drag to Safety
Once on the floor, the patient can be dragged to safety even by someone
untrained.
There is a large loop pull handle at each end of the 'Ski'
Sheet and the strong nylon body of the 'Ski' Sheet is of such low frictional
resistance that the patient can be moved quickly and easily to safety.
7.
Even down stairs
On stairs the mattress is almost on the point of slide, so very little pull
is required. Pull with one hand and hold the stairway hand rail with the
other.
The patient is protected from bumps and bruises, and when
safety is reached, can be left snugly wrapped in mattress and blankets until
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