Ferno AquaBoard Bedienungsanleitung

Aquaboard Immobilisation

System

Operation and

Maintenance Manual

AQUABOARD IMMOBILISATION SYSTEM

FERNO/MAN/04/02/134/UK 1

Table of Contents

Section 1 Introduction

Introduction 1.1

Ferno Aquaboard Immobilisation System 1.2

Technical Specifications 1.2.2

Warranty 1.2.3

Unit Identification 1.3

Section 2 Preparing Unit for Use

Set Up 2.1

Attaching the Back Support 2.1.1

Attaching the Head Restraint 2.1.2

Attaching the Body Straps 2.1.3

Folding and Storing the Straps 2.1.4

Section 3 Principles of Operation

Operation 3.1

Preparing the Ferno Aquaboard for use 3.1.1

Positioning the Ferno Aquaboard under the casualty 3.1.2

Securing the casualty to the Ferno Aquaboard 3.1.3

Removal of the Casualty from the water 3.1.4

Section 4 Maintenance Log

Service and Maintenance 4.1

Cleaning and Sanitization 4.2

Section 5 Parts List Information

General 5.1

Ordering Information 5.2

The Aquaboard Immobilisation System has been designed in conjunction with

the RLSS UK and forms a part of their Spinal Injury Management Programme.

Due to our constant improvement programme, units are subject to change without notice.

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Section 1 Introduction

PREFACE

This manual has been prepared to provide general instructions for the proper usage and

maintenance of the Ferno Aquaboard. Specific applications and operating techniques may

vary from user to user. Ferno does not intend or recommend that this product be used for

any purpose other than for which it is designed as outlined in this manual. Any other use or

application of this product becomes the complete responsibility of the owner/user. The

Ferno Aquaboard is designed to aid in the immobilisation and transfer of a patient from a

swimming pool or similar indoor water environment to another location with minimal

movement and discomfort to the patient.

PROPRIETARY NOTICE

The information and design disclosed herein are the property of Ferno (UK) Limited, a

division of Ferno-Washington Incorporated. Ferno reserves all patents, proprietary design,

manufacturing, reproduction use, and sales rights thereto, and to any articles disclosed

therein, except to the extent that rights are expressly granted to others. The foregoing

does not apply to vendor proprietary parts.

Specifications remain subject to change to allow the introduction of design improvements.

1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.1.1 Precautions for Safety

To ensure safety and satisfaction with your new Ferno Aquaboard, all lifeguards/rescuers

should read these instructions completely before attempting to use the Aquaboard.

WARNING

•Only qualified personnel trained in the use of this board should use it.

•Never exceed the maximum load capacity.

•Every individual who may use the board should practice using it to

become familiar with the procedures before placing this product into

regular service and should undergo a certified training course. Training in

use of the board may be obtained through the Royal Life Saving Society

UK.

Failure to heed these warnings may result in injury or death.

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1.2 FERNO AQUABOARD IMMOBILISATION SYSTEM

The Ferno Aquaboard is designed to effectively immobilise a casualty in the water prior to

recovery on the poolside. With the incorporation of several innovative design features, we

believe you will find this board easy, quick and effective to use during an aquatic

emergency.

The Ferno Aquaboard features the following:

•A concave design for easy positioning under a under a supported casualty in the

water and subsequent centralising of the casualty on the board.

•A convex underside with protected straps and built in runners to facilitate easy

recovery onto the poolside.

•Straps and head restraint with a wide range of adjustments to allow for the

immobilisationof a range of casualty sizes.

•Colour coded straps for easy identification during the recovery of the casualty.

•A non-slip and padded back support to ensure that the casualty does not move

once strapped to the board.

•Multiple hand holds that allow for easy carrying away from the water without

jeopardising the rigidity of the board.

1.2.2 Technical Specifications*

Length of Aquaboard 183cm

Width of Aquaboard 43cm

Length of Neoprene Back Support 108cm

Width of Neoprene Back Support 26cm

Width of Neoprene Back Support (Head End) 16.5cm

Max. Load Capacity†182kg

Head Restraint Neoprene

Body and Leg Straps Polypropylene

The Ferno Aquaboard is radio translucent and compatible with X-Rays, magnetic

resonators and CT Scanners and does not need to be removed for these procedures.

The Ferno Aquaboard is shipped complete with wall bracket, five colour coded straps and

buckles, a neoprene padded back support and an adjustable head restraint as standard.

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1.2.3 Warranty

The Ferno Aquaboard has been carefully inspected prior to despatch and is fully covered

by warranty. We warrant all Ferno equipment to be free of defects in the material and

workmanship. Any product claimed defective and caused by materials or workmanship

within one year after date of purchase will receive our prompt investigation and a fair

adjustment. Obligation is limited to replacement or repair of defective components.

We cannot assume responsibility for repairs made by anyone other than an authorised

Ferno repair centre.

You are advised to inspect the strapping system regularly and to replace the straps, back

support and head restraint every three years.

1.3 UNIT IDENTIFICATION

*All dimensions are approximate

†Maximum Load Capacity is total weight distributed in accordance with basic human anatomy proportions.

Attendants must consider the weight of the casualty and equipment when determining total load.

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Section 2 Preparing Unit for Use

2.1 SET UP

The Ferno Aquaboard is shipped in a cardboard box. Inside the box along with the

Aquaboard, you will find a plastic bag containing the back support, head restraint and body

straps. Before assembly, check that the pack contains the following items:

1. Black neoprene back support, printed on one side.

2. Black neoprene head restraint with three retaining straps.

3. Five body straps, each in two parts and with coloured buckles –green, blue,

orange, black and white.

2.1.1 Attaching the Back Support

With the concave side of the board face up, place the back support on the board with the

printed surface uppermost and the head icon at the top of the board.

The Back Support is attached to the board using the Velcro tapes. Starting at the head

end, pass each tape through the slots in the board and attach the Velcro tapes to each

other behind the board,pulling them taught and tucking the ends into the slots to prevent

them from snagging.

Repeat this for each of the other four tapes until the back support has been securely

attached to the board (as in fig 2-2). Check that there are no loose tapes protruding from

the back of the board.

Fig 2-1

Fig 2-2

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2.1.2 Attaching the head restraint

To install the head restraint, place it over the icon of the head (printed on the back support)

with the apex of the restraint pointing towards the top of the Ferno Aquaboard (as in fig 2-3

below).

Push the free end of the top strap through the right hand top slot, then round the back to

come back through the left hand slot. Now pass through the middle of the buckle on the

top of the board, and pull tight through the left handpart (as in fig 2-4 below).

The two bottom straps go through the two bottom outermost slots. Pass the free end of the

strap through the slot and fasten it to the buckle. Turn the strap back on itself and pass it

through the outermost bar of thebuckle for added security. Pull tight.

NOTE: When attaching the Head Restraint to the Ferno Aquaboard, the straps must be

pulled as tightly as possible to prevent slippage.

For clarity in showing these procedures, the back support has been removed on these

photographs.

Fig 2-3

Fig 2-4

Fig 2-5

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2.1.3 Attaching the body straps

The body straps are attached to the long slots down either side of the Aquaboard. Starting

with the strap with the green buckle, ensure that both halves of the buckle are connected

and lay the strap across the board on top of the back support, adjacent to the two top

outermost slots.

Pass the left hand of the strap through the top left hand slot, bring the free end round the

outside of the slot and then back through the retaining buckle. Pull the free end of the strap

tight. For increased security this end may also be pulled back on itself through the buckle

again.

Take the free end of the strap back through the outermost bar of the buckle to secure it

and prevent slipping. Pull the strap tight. Repeat this process with the right hand part of the

green buckle strap, adjusting both parts of the body strap to ensure that the neoprene pad

lies centrally across the board.

Repeat this procedure to attach the remaining straps to each of the other four pairs of

outermost slots and in the following order down the length of the board, as the strap

lengths vary to fit the contours of the body.

Blue

Orange

Black

White

Once all of the straps have been attached to the board, ensure that the retaining buckles

are tightly adjusted and that each strap has been passed back through the outermost bar

of the buckle for additional security.

Fig 2-6

Fig 2-7

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2.1.4 Folding and Storing the Straps

There is a Velcro retaining tape on the right hand part of each strap, adjacent to the

coloured buckle. This is provided for storing the adjustable part of the body strap so that it

is ready for immediate use.

Starting with the strap with the green buckle, release the tape and fold the strap, zigzag

fashion, on top of the tape attachment point, finishing with the free end of the strap facing

the centre of the board.

Pass the tape around the folded strap and secure it behind the body of the strap by

pressing the Velcro sections together. When correctly secured, the adjustable strap should

be easily pulled out from the securing tape without the need to undo the tape.

Repeat this process with the four remaining straps, checking that the straps will release

freely.

The Aquaboard is now ready to be mounted on its wall bracket and once in this position is

ready for use.

The Aquaboard strapping system should be cleaned in fresh water immediately after use,

whether for training or as a result of an emergency, allowed to dry naturally and

reassembled in the manner described in the set-up procedure.

Fig 2-8

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Section 3 Principles of Operation

3.1 OPERATION

Once supported in the water by either three or four lifeguards/rescuers, the casualty is

ready to be removed from the water. It is essential that the casualty be removed from the

water as quickly as possible to prevent the onset of hypothermia and to facilitate the

administration of Expired Air Ventilation and Chest Compression, should this prove

necessary. The use of the Ferno Aquaboard allows the lifeguard/rescuer to ensure that

there is limited movement of the spine and head during this critical phase of the casualty’s

recovery.

3.1.1 Preparing the Ferno Aquaboard for Use

With the casualty supported in the water by three lifeguards/rescuers, a fourth

lifeguard/rescuer should prepare the board for use. The Emergency Action Plan should

take account of the need for this type of rescue and allow for a member of the

lifeguard/rescue team to bring the board to the site of the rescue whilst the rescue itself is

actually taking place.

The board should be prepared on the poolside by fully loosening the straps and head

restraint. As the board is placed in the water, the straps nearest to the casualty should be

eased under the board to prevent them becoming tangled.

3.1.2 Positioning the Ferno Aquaboard under the Casualty

Position the board alongside the casualty and align the head markings on the board with

the casualty’s head. Ensure that the board is correctly aligned and that the straps are not

tangled.

Tilt the board so that it is at right angles to the water and push it down into the water. The

design of the board is such that, as it submerges, it will slide under the casualty. Allow the

board to float up under the casualty.

With the casualty still supported by the team of lifeguards/rescuers, make any minor

adjustments to the position of the board. When satisfied that the board is correctly aligned,

the lifeguard/rescuer supporting the casualty’s lower limbs should slide his own hands out

from between the limbs and the board and move to the foot of the board, to take hold of it.

Fig 3-1

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