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Paramedic Services | Effective Date: April 30, 2019 |
Topic: Vehicles, Equipment & Facilities | Replaces: March 1, 2010 |
Subject: Ferno Number 9 Stretcher Use | Policy No. G.5.5. |
To outline safe use of the Ferno #9 portable cot for the purpose of transferring/transporting of patients.
The Ferno #9 model stretcher has been removed from the Ontario Equipment Standards as a mandatory piece of equipment on land ambulances. Despite this decision, Manitoulin-Sudbury DSB Paramedic Services has determined that a limited number of these devices will remain at Paramedic Services stations where there is a likely need to facilitate airport transfers. The following stations will have a single Ferno #9 stretcher placed on site:
The model 9 stretcher is constructed from tubular aluminum. The cover is made of a vinyl/nylon material. The back rest has eight levels of adjustment from flat to full upright position. There is a telescoping located under the back rest. The bar may be pushed in to shorten the stretcher for storage or use in confined areas, or it may be pulled out for convenience in carrying the unfolded stretcher. To allow for compact storage, the model 9 can be folded in half by completely lowering the back rest, grasping the head and foot ends, then fold the wheels and leg posts together. The maximum weight limit for this device is 350 pounds (159 KG).
The model 9 stretcher should be unfolded to its full-length position. To do this, grasp the foot end and the head end and extend away from each other. Test the stretcher to ensure that it is properly opened.
Placing the patient on the stretcher
To adjust the backrest
Carrying the patient and stretcher
Use in the ambulance
Precautions
For more detailed instructions, please refer to your in-service training, document references and user’s manual.
This device can be cleaned with soapy water or mild solvents and then be thoroughly dried. If sterilization is required, disinfect according to Disinfection of Vehicles and Patient Care Equipment Policy.
The nature of the Ferno #9 stretcher allows for easy exchange with aircraft crews. When such an exchange has taken place, Paramedics must complete an inspection sheet for the new device and scan that completed document to Operativeiq@msdsb.net.
Emergency Health Services, Occupational Health Services, 1991, A Lifting Training Program for Emergency Medical Attendant
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board, Ergonomics, Policy & Procedures
Ferno, Model 9 Adjustable Backrest Emergency Stretcher Found at: http://www.ferno.com/product_detail.aspx?prodID=6DD8DBAD-F3CD-4205-B88A-41DD0FF42DF9
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board, Cot Maintenance Program, Policy and Procedure
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board, Securing Equipment Policy and Procedure
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board, Disinfecting of Vehicles and Patient Care Equipment Policy & Procedure.