Ferno FWE-WB-LS Quick Start Manual

FWE-WB-LS Ferno Walk Belt

Stability Aid

HARNESS DESIGNATION: Stability Aid. Not for fall arrest from height.

GENERAL USE: Enhances care-givers’ ability to provide stability to patients while walking

About the Ferno Walk Belt

The Ferno Walk Belt has been purpose designed for paramedics and emergency healthcare professionals
to assist patients while walking.

The Ferno Walk Belt secures around a patient’s waist and is tted with eight handles − four horizontal and four vertical handles − as well as
two leg straps that are designed to strengthen the Walk Belt when used to stabilise unsteady patients. The Walk Belt substantially reduces
the eort required by the operator to assist a patient whilst walking. The Ferno Walk Belt can be machine washed and reused repeatedly.

Waist Belt Strap

(front buckles not visible)

Left Leg Strap

Horizontal Hand Holds (4)

Fitting and Using the Walk Belt

1. Release the waist belt buckle and wrap the Walk Belt around the
patient’s waist. Clip the buckle together, and further adjust the
belt strap so the Walk Belt ts closely against the patient’s body.

e-Adjust the Walk Belt

Pr

To save time and reduce inconvenience to
the patient, gauge the patient’s waist size
and pre-adjust the Walk Belt before
placing the belt on to the patient.

Right Leg Strap

Vertical Hand Holds (4)

Users’ Instructions

Doc. ID. 00464-V1 / 2019-03

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Ferno Walk Belt

2. Release the left leg strap buckle. Wrap the long left leg strap
around the back of the left leg to the front of the leg via the groin
area and re-connect the buckle (Figures 2 and 3). Adjust straps if
required, for a snug and comfortable t.

3. Repeat Step 2 with the right leg strap.

4. Once the Walk Belt is securely fastened to the patient, the operator
can use any of the vertical or horizontal hand holds (Figures 4 and

5) to assist the patient while walking.

NOTICE

The leg straps must be tted to the patient if the patient is
to be moved from either a standing-to-sitting position or
vice versa. The leg straps are designed to support the patient
during these manoeuvres and keeps the Walk Belt in its
original tted position.

WARNING

The leg straps are not designed or rated to take the
patient’s entire weight. Do not use the Walk Belt as a
lifting harness.

Inspections

Inspect the Walk Belt to ensure it is t for duty before stowing it
away. An Inspection Check List is provided as a guide. Refer any
signs of deterioration to a competent or designated person for a
decision on the safety and serviceability of the product.

WALK BELT INSPECTION CHECK LIST

Fraying, cuts or tears

WEBBING

SEWING Broken, cut or worn stitches

BUCKLES &

ADJUSTERS

Damage due to heat, corrosives or solvents

Deterioration due to rotting, mildew or
ultraviolet exposure

Buckles are securely sewn to Walk Belt webbing

Quick Connect Buckles engage positively when
connected

Quick Connect Buckle release mechanism
operates smoothly when activated

Long Leg Strap

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Leg Buckle

3

Vertical Hand Hold

4

Cleaning

This product should be cleaned regularly to maintain its safety and
serviceability.

1. Brush o loose dirt.

2. Spray on a cleaning solution (bleach-based solutions are not
recommended).

3. Use a soft bristle brush to clean.

4. Allow cleaning solution to soak into the webbing.

5. Hand or machine wash up to 40° Celcius.

6. Air dry in a well ventilated area, away from direct sunlight.

Storage

Store the product away from direct sunlight, excessive dust and
moisture, and corrosive atmospheres.

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Horizontal Hand Hold

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