11/06/2008 - Pelican Manufacturing is a Quality Endorsed Company working to the Australian, New Zealand and International Standard ISO 9001: 2000. All slings made or sold in Australia should be made to the Australian Standard 3581 1988.
Pelican also do N.A.T.A. (National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia) weight testing to exceed the Australian Standard. All products made by Pelican Manufacturing are included in its Product Liability Insurance Policy.
Claims by any Hoist Manufacturer's representative, stating they would not be responsible if the Hoist Manufacturer's Sling is not used on their hoist, may be very misleading, or possibly unlawful, implying a restrictive practice.
Ask for written confirmation and if this is provided, contact Pelican. Also ask if their slings can be used on other manufacturer's hoists.
The Hoist Manufacturer could be responsible if there is a fault with their hoist and likewise, Pelican Manufacturing could be responsible if there is a manufacturing fault with the Sling.
There is no Australian Government or T.G.A. ruling, stating that only the hoist manufacturer's slings must be used on their hoist.
Pelican Manufacturing has been making and supplying slings throughout Australia to Government and private hospitals, nursing homes and special care organisations for over fifteen years.
It is very important that the correct sling attachment is used on the hoist. If in doubt, contact Pelican Manufacturing for guidance.
IMPORTANT: Key Hole plates attach to various Tilting Frame Hoists that have a mushroom type fastening. Webbing Colour indicates sling size.
There have been many accidents with loose Keyholes Plates coming off or breaking. These should give a firm 'click' when applying and removing. If they are a loose fit, they should be replaced.
The Pelican Safety Straps (patent applied for) would prevent a serious accident.
Place Safety Straps over the frame before attaching keyhole plates, ensuring that the Safety Strap will not block the Keyhole Plates when tilting the frame.
If the Keyhole Plate 'hole' wears and enlarges, the Sling should be returned for repair. Loose fitting Plates may accidentally come off or be dislodged by patients.
The Lift Off Loop is for removing the Plate from teh mushroom stud. Do not use them to lift patients.
Safety Warning: Before using, slings should be inspected for deterioration, including Kehole Plates. If defective, withdraw from use. Pelican can inspect and repair and weight test any brand of sling. Hand or machine wash, 80 degrees C max. Do not wring - air dry in shade or cool tumble dry.
