Description
WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT?
The Sling Inspection Tags are colour-coded tags fitted to slings to show they have been inspected. They can be fitted to any brand of sling and provide a quick and simple way for staff to confirm that a sling has been checked. More importantly, they indicate when a sling is overdue for inspection.
The International Standard for Slings and Hoists (ISO 10535: Hoists for the transfer of disabled persons – Requirements and test methods) requires patient lifting slings to be inspected at least every 6 months, with inspection records kept and maintained.
The main benefit of these tags is that if a facility’s slings should all have, for example, a green tag and a black tag is noticed, it immediately indicates that the sling may have missed its inspection.
The tags are sold in packs of 40, consisting of:
- 20 of one month (e.g. January)
- 20 of the corresponding month six months later (e.g. July)
The back of the tag can be used to write information such as a person’s name or room number.
FEATURES
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Colour-coded tags save staff time tracking down slings. |
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The ink used should not fade. |
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Soft material helps reduce pressure issues if accidentally left under a patient during transfer. |
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Secure fastening mechanism. |
WHO IS THIS PRODUCT SUITABLE FOR?
The Sling Inspection Tags are suitable for anyone involved in hoist sling inspections, such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurse managers, nurses, and carers.
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Fold the arrowhead and secure it through the slot. Remove and replace the tag when fitting a new inspection tag.
WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT MADE FROM?
Wipeable material.
Technical
STOCK KEEPING UNIT (SKU), SIZE, WEIGHT, GLOBAL TRADE ITEM NUMBER (GTIN)
| SKU | DETAILS | TAG SIZE | PACK WEIGHT | GTIN |
| 5-TAG-JAN-JUL | 20 x January Tags & 20 x July Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001253 |
| 5-TAG-FEB-AUG | 20 x February Tags & 20 x August Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001246 |
| 5-TAG-MAR-SEPT | 20 x March Tags & 20 x September Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001277 |
| 5-TAG-APR-OCT | 20 x April Tags & 20 x October Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001239 |
| 5-TAG-MAY-NOV | 20 x May Tags & 20 x November Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001284 |
| 5-TAG-JUN-DEC | 20 x June Tags & 20 x December Tags | 25cm x 2.5cm / 10″ x 1″ | 0.1kg / 0.2lbs | 9349145001260 |
GLOBAL MEDICAL DEVICE NUMBER (GMDN)
42047
REGISTERED DESIGN IP RIGHT NUMBER
201710101
TESTING
The Tags were washed in a commercial washing machine using industrial detergent over 200 times up to 80°C (176°F). They were cool tumble dried as well as being line dried to test for expose to sunlight (UV). The testing showed virtually no loss of quality of both the material and printing. If you do experience any loss of quality, it may be an indication that your Tags have been exposed to a more damaging washing agent than what were tested, in which case the Tags can be replaced.
Cleaning
CLEANING METHOD
Wipe clean.
MAXIMUM WASHING TEMPERATURE
N/A
DETERGENT
Use a mild hospital grade disinfectant.
DRYING METHOD
Air dry in the shade.
CLEANING WARNING
Only use and store the product when it is dry. Test your cleaning chemicals on a discreet area to make sure it will not damage the material.
Important
Online Sling Inspection Training
For excellent guidance on how to do inspections, check out this course on the Udemy learning platform. On completion of the course you will receive a certificate, which makes staff education simple. This training is in addition to the training offered by your organisation. The course covers:
- How the do a Sling Inspection Before Use
- How to do a 6 Monthly Thorough Sling Inspection
- What the labelling requirements are
- Example of sling damage
- How to safely mark a sling
