WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT?
The Sling Inspection Tags are color-coded tags that are fitted to a sling to show that has been inspected. They can be fitted to any brand of sling, and are a quick and simple way for staff to know that a sling has been inspected. More importantly, it shows when a sling is overdue for an 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 lest every 6 months, and for there to be an inspection record kept and maintained.
The main benefit of using these tags, is that if your facility’s slings should all have, for example, green tag, and you notice a sling with a black tag, then you know that that sling must have be missed it’s last inspection.
The Tags are sold in Packs of 40, which consist of:
- 20 of one month (e.g. January)
- 20 of the corresponding month which is 6 month later (e.g. July)
You can use the back of the tag to write any information, such as a person’s name or room number.
The main features of this product are:
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Color coded tags save staff time tracking down slings. |
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The ink we use should never fade. |
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Soft material means that it should not be a pressure concern if accidentally left behind someone being transferred. |
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Secure fastening mechanism. |
WHO IS THIS PRODUCT SUITABLE FOR?
The Sling Inspection tags will help anyone involved with hoist lifter sling inspections, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurse managers, nurses and carers.
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Fold the arrowhead and secure through the slot. Cut the tag off when fitting a new tag.
WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT MADE FROM?
Vinyl material
ALTERNATIVE OR RELATED PRODUCTS
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 |
10″ x 1″ |
0.2lbs |
9349145001253 |
| 5-TAG-FEB-AUG |
20 x February Tags & 20 x August Tags |
10″ x 1″ |
0.2lbs |
9349145001246 |
| 5-TAG-MAR-SEPT |
20 x March Tags & 20 x September Tags |
10″ x 1″ |
0.2lbs |
9349145001277 |
| 5-TAG-APR-OCT |
20 x April Tags & 20 x October Tags |
10″ x 1″ |
0.2lbs |
9349145001239 |
| 5-TAG-MAY-NOV |
20 x May Tags & 20 x November Tags |
10″ x 1″ |
0.2lbs |
9349145001284 |
| 5-TAG-JUN-DEC |
20 x June Tags & 20 x December Tags |
10″ x 1″ |
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 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.
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
