Safety Requirements; Training; Application; Shipping And Storage - broda 30VT Mode D'emploi

2 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

2.1

Training

Before the chair is put into service, this manual must be read thoroughly by the caregiver(s) directly
responsible for the resident's care.
After the chair is put into service, this manual must be read thoroughly by any new caregivers prior to
operating or moving the chair.
For the purpose of this manual, a resident's family member who shares responsibility for their care is considered a
caregiver and is subject to the same competency before being permitted by the resident's primary caregiver to
operate of move the chair.
Prior to first use, the customer must arrange for an in-service on the operation and safety requirements in this
manual, must be given to the resident's caregivers by the local Broda representative who supplied the chair.
The primary caregiver must maintain a list of caregivers who have read this manual and who they have authorized to
operate and move the chair.
The resident's primary caregiver is responsible for ensuring that anyone who is unfamiliar with, unwilling, or unable
to adhere to the safety and operating instructions, is not permitted to operate or move the chair.
The operations of the chair must be performed by the resident's primary caregiver who is responsible for seating. All
The operations and adjustments performed should be done in a manner to ensure the overall safety, comfort and
well-being of the resident, caregiver and third party. All operations and adjustments required for the resident should
be determined by the resident's primary caregiver who is responsible for seating.
2.2

Application

Broda chairs are intended exclusively for residents of long-term care institutions who are under the care of
professional caregivers. The suitability of a Broda chair must be determined by a qualified caregiver who is familiar
with the seating needs of the intended resident. Any other use of the chair is excluded from possible liability claims.
The Basic chairs are not to be used in the shower. The frame and components will rust, and will void the warranty.
The chairs are not explosion resistant and must not be used where there are flammable gases or liquids present (e.g.,
anesthetics, volatile solvents and cleaners, etc.)
Broda chairs are designed for use with specific Broda parts and accessories. The use of non-Broda parts or
accessories with a Broda will void the warranty and is excluded from possible liability claims.
Broda chairs may only be used as described in this manual and with proper regard for recognized healthcare and
workplace safety and accident prevention practices.
2.3

Shipping and Storage

Broda chairs should be shipped and stored in an upright position and not stacked higher than 3 boxes. No other
materials should be shipped or stored on top of a Broda box. Broda boxes should not be placed on pallets.
Broda chairs should be shipped and stored at temperatures between -20ºC and 40ºC. Broda chairs should not be used
until they are between 0ºC and 30ºC.
Broda chairs should be kept in a clean, dry environment. Do not leave Broda chairs outdoors as it may cause the
paint to peel.
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