Medical Device Alert - Hoists, Ceiling Hoists and Bathing Lifts - Joerns Healthcare
A Medical Device Alert has been issued for all models of mobile hoists, ceiling hoists and bathing lifts
manufactured by Joerns Healthcare Ltd.
The problem is described as a lack of maintenance and inspection of these devices that could lead to the occupant falling and being seriously injured.
The suggested action is to ensure that systems are in place for regular inspection and maintenance of all hoists, in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
According to the alert, the MHRA has received a small number of reports involving the detachment of spreader bars on Oxford hoists during use due to the hoists not being maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
The instructions for use (IFU) supplied by Joerns Healthcare state that the hoist must be maintained by an
authorised service dealer on a six-monthly basis. Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) includes checks
for wear on the spreader bar mounting and other moving parts.
Joerns Healthcare issued a Field Safety Notice (FSN) in November 2009 to remind all users and service
providers of their responsibilities when using and maintaining any of their products. This FSN includes
checks on the spreader bar to be carried out during PPM in addition to any inspections carried out under the
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). However, the manufacturer cannot be sure
that all relevant people received their FSN, so the MHRA has issued this alert.
For more detailed information on the alert, go HERE
Joerns Healthcare can be contacted on 01384 446 622