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MDA/2008/010 - Ambulift hoist. All models manufactured by Arjo or Mechanaids

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Type: Medical Device Alert
Series No: MDA/2008/010
Audience: Healthcare professionals
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Format: Electronic and paper
Size: A4
Pages: 3
Price: free
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Copyright: Crown
   

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Issued: 03 March 2008 at 10:30
Ref: MDA/2008/010

 

 
Immediate action
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Action
 
Update
 
Information request

 

Device:
Ambulift hoist. All models manufactured by Arjo or Mechanaids.

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Problem:
Risk of the occupant slipping from the seat during use.

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Action by:
All those involved in the use of patient hoists, in particular nurses, care staff and moving and handling co-ordinators.		  

Action:

  • Trace all mobile and static Ambulift hoists.
  • Contact Arjo Huntleigh to arrange supply of a safety seat belt and revised instructions for use.
  • Arrange for the new seat belt to be fitted to all Ambulifts in use or in storage.
  • Ensure all users are aware of the need to use the safety belt in accordance with the latest instructions for use.
  

Distributed to:

NHS trusts in England - Chief Executives*
OFSTED  - Directors of Children's Services
Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) - Headquarters
Healthcare Commission (CHAI) - Headquarters
Primary care trusts in England - Chief Executives*
Social services in England - Directors*

* via CE Bulletin

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Contacts:
Details of manufacturer contacts and MHRA contacts for technical and clinical aspects.
Change of address or removal from address list for CSCI and Healthcare Commission.

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Action deadlines for the Safety Alert Broadcast System (SABS)
Deadline (action underway): 03 April 2008
Deadline (action complete): 03 June 2008


Page last modified: 03 March 2008