When using, transferring to and from the Juvo Mobile Shower Commodes, check the following during transfers and general use for maximum safety and hygiene.

• Rugs and shower mats can slide on floors and are hazardous surfaces to be avoided when transferring. Never use the tear safe swing away foot-plates to assist in transfers. This could cause the chair to tip. 
• The footrests should be swung away to the side during transfers to provide unobstructed access to the Juvo shower commode chair. 
• The Juvo shower commode chair is not intended for use as a transportation device or a long-term seating system. 
• If you feel that the transfers cannot be repeatedly performed safely, contact a healthcare professional who is familiar with transfer techniques and options. 
• Individuals who have not learned proper transfer skills must seek assistance during transfers and may require the use of a mechanical lift. 
• Ensure that button locks on backrest and removable seat are locked properly before transferring into commode. Armrests on all Juvo shower commode chairs are of the swing-away type, allowing easy lateral movement from either side of chair or for the fitting of a patient hoist sling. 
• If occupant is ambulant, or able to do standing transfers, swing-away footplates or retracting sliding footrest, will allow better placement of feet when standing or conversely, closer access to seat when transferring into chair. 
• Where possible have someone assist you during the transfer. 
• Always have chair as close as possible to chair that you are transferring to. 
• Ensure all four castors are locked in their outward position (front casters positioned in the forward position/rear casters positioned to the rear) for maximum chair stability.

Important! Never leave the user unattended in a Juvo shower commode chair.

To ensure correct use and utmost safety when using Juvo Mobile Shower Commodes, check out other articles found under the Shower Commodes category.