Info | Transferring onto a Juvo Shower Commode Chair – Juvo Mobile Shower Commodes
Understand the advantages of Juvo Mobile Shower Commodes and learn how to successfully transfer to and from the chairs.
When using, transferring to and from the Juvo Mobile Shower Commodes, check the following for maximum safety and hygiene.
- The most dangerous part of using Juvo Shower Commode Chair is the transfer. Since every shower commode chair has different stability characteristics, it is essential to carefully review and test the transfer technique to ensure that the procedure is safe.
- Test transfers should be performed with an attendant who can prevent the chair from tipping or moving during the transfer.
- Always lock both front castors in their outward position (positioned forward) and fully apply both wheel locks so that they securely engage the rear wheels.
- Do not stand on any part of the frame of the Juvo Shower commode chair.
- The wheel locks are designed to prevent the self-propelling wheels from rotating. The total locking mechanism on the castors is designed to prevent the castors from rotating and the caster forks from swiveling. Castor locks do not and can not prevent the casters from sliding, and the shower commode from moving, if the floor is slippery.
- Transfers should never be attempted with the shower commode positioned on slippery surfaces. Ensure the floor is free from dust, water, soap, or any substance that does not allow the casters to grip the floor securely It is recommended that transfers be performed on clean, dry, non-slippery surfaces. Full carpet floors are the optimal surface for transfer.
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