In
order to protect carers – as well as the people in care, we need to ensure that
the right equipment is available in all facilities.
CHS
Healthcare works with hospitals, physiotherapists, community centres and aged
care facilities to ensure the best choice and proper installation of ceiling
hoists and accessories across Australia.
In
many aged care facilities, portable hoists are an excellent choice as they
allow for flexibility of use. Once the
ceiling rails are installed, a portable hoist can be used in a variety of
areas. Our most recommended portable
hoist is the Etac Molift Nomad. Used in
conjunction with a trolley and our patented Flexi-Link Connection system, a
safe and easy connection between the ceiling rail and the portable hoist is
possible in less than 10 seconds.
We
receive many queries as to how many Nomads we recommend per facility. In working on a number of projects across the
country, including the Benetas Aged Care Facility as well as the Australian Unity
Carlton Wellbeing Centre, we have determined what we call a Patient Lifting
Ratio – an optimum number of portable hoists per patient in a facility. This number of hoists is based upon the
number needed to allow carers to do their job safely – without having to
undertake dangerous lifting practices in emergencies – and to allow patients
safe and timely attention. No-one should
have to wait for long periods until hoists are available.
CHS
Healthcare recommends one portable Nomad hoist for every 7 bedrooms in an aged
care facility.
If
you are interested in finding out more about the Nomad hoist, and ensuring that
your facility has the right patient lifting ratio for staff and people in care,
contact CHS Healthcare today. We recommend the necessary products and
accessories to bring you up-to-date and assist with installation and training
so that your team knows how to use our products safely and efficiently. Send through a query on our website or call us today on 1300 789 420.
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