Safety First: On-going maintenance for tracks, motors and slings

Posted on September 20, 2017

The following needs to be checked on a regular basis to ensure safety.

TRACK LOAD TESTING

Track load tests should be completed as per manufacturers recommendations, which are normally annually, by a certified technician & a written record kept on-site.
A load test will include the following:

• Weight testing of the track
• Checks for deflection of the track & general inspection of the track
• Placement of a new load test verification sticker on the track

Cost: $165.00 (first track); $150.00 (subsequent tracks)

MOTOR CHECKS

Motor checks should be completed as per manufacturers recommendations, which are normally annually, by a certified technician & a written record kept on-site.
A motor check will inspect the following to ensure the motor is in good working order:

• Motor & Hand Control (unit moves up/down and left/right/return to charger where applicable)
• Emergency Stop & Strap (check for colour fading and fraying)
• Charge Station & Battery Testing
• Guide Roll (Shaft & Snap Rings); Drum (Gears, Shaft & Snap Rings); Limit Switch (High/Low)

Cost: $165.00 (first unit); $150.00 (subsequent units)

SLING INTEGRITY CHECKS

Integrity checks should be completed continuously by staff and then at a minimum, every six months a written record should be kept on-site.
The following should be checked:

• Ensure ID label is present, intact and readable
• No visible damage to the body of the sling or to the leg bands
• No damage or fraying of the straps or loops

Cost: Complimentary

Learn more: Health Corner – Issue 5