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2. Patient lift - Wikipedia

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   A patient lift (patient hoist, jack hoist, Hoyer lift, or hydraulic lift) may be either a sling lift or a sit-to-stand lift.This is an assistive device that allows patients in hospitals and nursing homes and people receiving home health care to be transferred between a bed and a chair or other similar resting places, by the use of electrical or hydraulic power.

3. Lift table - Wikipedia

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   In Europe there is a published standard BS EN 1570: 1998 + A2: 2009 Safety requirements for lifting tables. Standard EN 1570-1 is now EN 15701-1:2011+A1:2014. It is a Type C standard and compliance with this standard confers conformity with the Machinery Directive, 2006/42/EC.

4. Does Medicare cover stair lifts? What older adults need to ...

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   Stairs can be a huge safety concern, especially if there are balance or mobility issues. A stair lift —a motorized chair that attaches to a rail to glide you up and down safely—might seem like ...

5. Stair lift - Wikipedia

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   To satisfy safety codes stair lifts usually have cut-out switches connected to "safety edges" and other protective devices so the drive power is disconnected if something goes wrong. Modern lifts have a high degree of comfort, but safety is always paramount. "Safety edges" are a common feature to the power pack and footplate.

6. 2 new bills want to change 'no lift' policies for residents ...

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   Led by Oshkosh-area public safety officials and lawmakers, the initiative to improve fall recovery in the state could improve Wisconsin's ranking as the No. 1 state in the number of falls and fall ...

7. Aerial work platform - Wikipedia

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   Replacing an advertising poster in London using an aerial work platform. An aerial work platform (AWP), also an aerial device, aerial lift, boom lift, bucket truck, cherry picker, elevating work platform (EWP), mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), or scissor lift, is a mechanical device used to provide temporary access for people or equipment to inaccessible areas, usually at height.