PHSA - WHS - Sit/Stand Floor Lift

This course outlines the Sit/Stand Lift procedure, which is used to transfer a patient between a bed and chair.

The Sit/Stand Floor Lift is meant for transferring a patient who is:

• Able to bear weight with at least one leg (requires assessment)
• Cooperative, reliable, and can follow directions
• Able to sit unsupported at the edge of the bed.

Topics include:

• Basic operations
• Use of Arjo - Sara 3000
• Procedure
• What to avoid