Short Description

A velour foam padded sleeve with an inner slippery surface. The sleeve is slid onto the leg sections of a hoist sling so it fits around a person's leg prior to being lifted in the sling. The sleeve is designed to protect the skin against shearing forces. One size only.

Method Of Use

To Use
* Slide the two Shearing Sleeves over the two leg sections of the sling before putting the sling under the patient
* Ensure that the material join and product label are on the underside, so the flat part of the sleeve goes next to the patient's leg and that the leg is not resting on the seam

Models

Leg Shearing Sleeve
Item # 564

More Details

Sometimes, when starting to lift patients, where the sling is under their thighs, the material adjusts itself as the webbing is being pulled up by the hoist. The material may shear against fragile skin and cause a wound if it is directly in contact with the patient's skin. This Velour Foam Padded sleeve will help prevent shearing under the patient's thighs, as the sling can move inside the sleeve without disturbing the patient's tender skin.

Factors To Consider

* Inspect frequently for signs of wear. Withdraw from use if any faults found and contact Pelican Manufacturing.

Maintenance

Cleaning
Hand or machine wash, up to 80C. Air dry or cool tumble dry and never place in a hot drum.

Standards

Specific Australian Standards or other Standard(s) may be applicable for materials, manufacturing processes, or installation of some types of equipment. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specific Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of this item as to its compliance with relevant Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture

Pelican Manufacturing Pty Ltd (WA) Australia