Hammock with Hole Sling

The Hammock with Hole Sling is designed for good hygiene access and features a hammock style that is particularly popular among double amputees or contracted patients in fall-out chairs. This design may offer more comfort compared to the split leg Sling design. Patients can be rolled onto the Sling for easy application, and the central vertical line of stitching helps ensure proper alignment with the patient's spine.

Key Features

• Good hygiene access
• Hammock style

Additional Information

This Sling is available in a variety of materials, including strong netting or mesh, which allows water to drain away after bathing and provides ventilation. A similar Sling, the Hammock with Chair Pad Sling, features a non-slip backing and additional padding for comfort. It is advisable to leave the Sling under the patient to reduce manual handling and discomfort.

Specifications

Item #: 570
Safe Working Load: 200kg / 440lbs (In accordance with ISO 10535:2011)
ARTG: 99879
GMDN: 40535
Attachment Method: Metal hook coathanger type hoists
Sizes: Special sizes made on request.

Materials Available

Material	Photo	Type	Notes
Standard White		Nylon	This is called a solid material, as it is not a Mesh or Netting material that has holes in the material. The Nylon has some slipperiness, to make it easier to slide down behind a patient's back, when they are sitting in a chair.
Blue Mesh		Polyester	This is a soft and comfortable Mesh with small holes. The holes can be cooler for the patient. Sometimes this material will be used for showering or in a bath.
Polyester Blue		Polyester	A comfortable, solid material, like the Nylon material, but not as slippery.
All Day Sling Material		Nylon	A strong, thin material with a Rip Stop thread in the material, to help reduce or prevent ripping. As the material is breathable the Slings can be left under the patients sitting in chairs. This reduces the need to remove the Sling after the patient has been hoisted into a chair, and then replace the Sling to pick them up again.

Please select the most appropriate material and sling design for the patient, but remember, if the patient's condition changes, it may be necessary to use a different material and design of sling.

Cleaning

Wash up to 80°C (176°F). Air or tumble dry on a cool setting, ensuring the drum is cool. Ensure the product is dry before using or storing. We recommend using a Pelican Washing Bag to help contain the straps.

Important

General Manual Handling Warning: Manual Handling products are designed to assist carers to help patients. They will not make the carer stronger or fitter, but with correct training and use of the products, should make manual handling easier and safer for both staff and patients. When training, practise with an able-bodied colleague. If any procedure is not comfortable or is difficult and puts the carer or patient in a dangerous position, the participants should call out to stop the manoeuvre, recover and recommence. Never jeopardise your health by straining, twisting or being incorrectly positioned when manual handling. Always select the most appropriate equipment for the patient’s current condition and if in doubt, use mechanical equipment. Ask your Manual Handling adviser for individual guidance.

Warning: Inspect Slings before every use. If any damage is found the Sling must be withdrawn from service and repaired, if possible.

Warning: If you are leaving a Sling made in the All Day Sling material under a person, always ensure that there will be no adverse pressure care issues. This includes checking that the attachment method (e.g. webbing loops, keyhole plates, etc.), are not positioned in such a way that may hurt the person. The actual material is very thin and it should not cause a pressure problem, but the patient's skin integrity should be regularly checked, just in case the Sling is causing a pressure problem. If there are any early signs of pressure problems, discontinue using this design of Sling.

Disposal: When the Sling is ready for disposal, we suggest the Lifting Straps are cut off, so it cannot be used with another patient.

Unit of Measure

Each

FAQs

Do I need to do Sling inspections?
Yes - see the Important Information tab for more information.

What are the Sling inspection requirements?
See the Important Information tab for more information. We've paraphrased the International Standard 10535:2011 under licence, detailing exactly what is required.

Where can I find the inspection checklists?
See the Important Information tab for more information. We provide the following checklists:

• Sling Inspection Before Use
• 6 Monthly Thorough Sling Inspection