Slings - ED patient fact sheet Author: NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation Created Date: 9/20/2016 2:14:01 PM Multi Leg Slings Be sure to consider the number of legs on multi leg slings when determining sling tension and rated capacity. • Each leg of a two leg sling shares the load. • Each leg of a three leg sling shares the load. • On a four leg sling only two of the legs may be carrying the majority of the load. The other two legs balance the load. The results of the tests were remarkable. 139 of the 163 slings tested showed a residual strength below the norm (22 kN), and half of the tested Dyneema slings showed breaking forces of less than the critical value of 16 kN! Polyamide (PA) Polyamide slings (fig. 1) are the classical, about 1.5 to 2 cm wide and usually colourful slings. PA is the ASME B30.9-2021 revises and supersedes the 2018 edition of the same standard. Among its revisions, this new edition saw the following changes of note: Added new Nonmandatory Appendix A, "Sling Protection.". New definition for endless sling (alloy chain). Updated sections that address proof test requirements, rated loads, and operating 3. Protect Slings Slings shall be padded or protected from the sharp edges of their loads. (OSHA Wording) 4. Use Slings Properly • Lift must be stable with respect to the center of gravity - balanced. GENERAL OSHA AND MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SLINGS WARNING Read Definition on page 3 Improper Loading - Shock Loading, unbal- WIRE ROPE SLINGS Standard Options: e ook 320N e ook BKL e Ring • Flemish-rolled high efficiency eyes • Quality checked durable steel sleeves • IWRC crush resistant core • E.I.P.S. strength increases capacity • Manufactured in accordance with ASME B30.9 standards • Customized to specifications Working Load Limit 2. Shackle Types As far as shackles are concerned, there are three main types for the buyer to choose from: Bow (or anchor) shackles, Dee (or chain) shackles and Grab shackles with countersunk pin All comprise a 'U' shaped body and a pin and they are sized by the diameter of the material in the body, not the pin which has a larger A sling is a projectile weapon typically used to throw a blunt projectile such as a stone, clay, or lead "sling-bullet". It is also known as the shepherd's sling or slingshot. Someone who specializes in using slings is called a slinger. A sling has a small cradle or pouch in the middle of two retention cords. A projectile is placed in the pouch. There is a loop on the end of one side of the retention cords. Depending on the design of the sling, either the middle finger or the These slings have specially designed leg support that make the sling very easy to apply. Support type Supports the whole body and the head Positioning Good hip position, relatively upright Physical characteristics Most challenging physical disabilities. May be suitable for amputees Type of transfer Most types of transfers, lying, seated and There are two types - one which covers the thumb and one which leaves the thumb uncovered. The nurse or doctor caring for you will show you how to apply the splint and where to put the metal supports. For the splint to work properly, you will need to follow the instructions they give you carefully. Take the sling off at night. SYNTHETIC WEB SLINGS TYPES OF SYNTHETIC WEB SLINGS TYPE I Sling is made with triangle fitting on one end and slotted triangle choker fitting on the other end. Sling can be used in vertical, basket or choker hitches. Specify aluminum or steel fittings. Steel fittings must be u