Posey Premium EZ Clean Gait Belts With Spring-Loaded Buckle - Manual

6545 6546, 6546B, 6546P, 6546O, 6546Y
Posey Gait and Transfer Belts provide caregivers with a secure
hold point to assist patients/residents during supervised
walking and transfers. Used correctly, Gait and Transfer Belts
reduce the risk of injury to the patient / resident and the
caregiver resulting from a loss of balance or an uncontrolled fall.
NOTE: This product is not intended for use as a restraint. Remove after
each use. When not in use, the caregiver can wear the belt for
immediate access as needed.
Application Instructions
1. Wrap the belt around the patient and pull the strap through the
buckle to tighten.
2. Adjust the belt so it is snug, but not uncomfortable for the
patient. Make sure you can slide your open hand (flat) between
the belt and patient.
3. Verify proper buckle closure and ensure that there is no belt
slippage before each and every use by pulling the belt.
Cleaning Instructions
Description 58” (147 cm) 70” (178 cm)
EZ Clean Gait Belt (Black) 6545 N/A
Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt (Black) 6546 6546L
Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt (Blue) 6546B 6546BL
Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt (Pink) 6546P 6546PL
Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt (Orange) 6546O 6546OL
Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt (Yellow) 6546Y 6546YL
Disposal
Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy for
BIOHAZARDOUS materials.
Storage and Handling
Gait and Transfer Belts are designed for use in normal
indoor environments. Store in ambient warehouse temperatures at
normal humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that
may damage the product.
• Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved
intermediate level disinfectants can be used per
manufacturer instructions.
• If product is soaked in a cleaning solution, it MUST be
rinsed with water to remove any residual chemicals.
• Make sure products are completely dry before use.
LATEX
Never apply a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt if there is any
compromise of safety or indication of inappropriateness to the patient
or caregiver. Patients using a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt that have the
following conditions should always be evaluated: ostomy, colostomy,
G-tubes, hernias, severe Cardio Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD),
as well as those with post-surgery incisions, or those fitted with
monitoring equipment, tubes or lines that might be compromised by
the pressure or the rubbing against a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt. Do not
use a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt if the risk is outweighed by the benefit.
Do not over-rely on a Gait or Transfer Belt. These are not a
substitute for good body mechanics when assisting patients. Get
assistance when needed, and always follow the facility’s written
procedures for approved assisted walking, lifting and/or transfer
procedures.
MONITORING: ALWAYS check for skin integrity, proper
circulation and range of motion when the belt is in use. Ensure that the
belt is secure and does not compromise the patient’s medical
condition and does not interfere with tubes, lines or other equipment.
INSPECTION: ALWAYS inspect before each use: check for
broken stitches or parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or buckles that are
cracked or broken and do not hold securely. NEVER use soiled or
damaged products.
NEVER use a Gait or Transfer Belt as a seat
belt or to position a person in a chair or vehicle. Gait
and Transfer Belts are not designed for seat positioning
or to withstand the force of a crash.
Recommended Use: Patients/Residents requiring ambulation and/or
transfer assistance.
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