Hoists
Hoists
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There are three general categories of hoist: mobile floor hoists, standing hoists and ceiling hoists (sometimes called overhead hoists). In some countries hoists are called lifts or mechanical lifts. All hoists use slings to hold clients, and some hoists can lift clients in specially designed stretchers. All hoists should be compliant with the Standards and regulations set out by the European Union.
The types of sling used with hoists are described in the sling section. All hoists, slings and ceiling tracking should be clearly labelled with their SWLs. All carers using hoists should be trained in fitting slings and in the proper use of hoists prior to using them. Carers also need to be familiar with the specific functions of particular types or models of hoist. Like other moving and handling equipment, hoist designs and features are continually evolving.
Gantry hoists
A gantry hoist may be a preferred option where fitting ceiling tracking is too expensive or where a large‑capacity hoist is only required for a limited time. The transfer range of gantry hoist systems is limited by the length of the track. Some versions of gantry hoist are semi‑portable and can be disassembled and transported by vehicle
Fixed wall hoists
A fixed wall hoist is a permanent fixture beside a client’s bed or in a bathroom (it is sometimes called a bathing hoist), and swings to allow the client to be moved from wheelchair to bath. It can only be used for short transfers, for instance from a bed to a bedside commode chair. The brackets for the swinging hoist frame can be fixed in various locations in a hospital or facility so that the portable hoist can be attached when needed. Fixed wall hoists can be located in small rooms where there is not enough room to use mobile hoists. They also provide an alternative if the building structure does not allow overhead tracks to be installed. Fixed wall hoists can be useful in nursing and residential homes where hoist use is variable. Brackets can be installed in multiple rooms and the hoists moved around as needed. However, fixed hoists do have some disadvantages. They are usually more expensive than mobile hoists. As the brackets are permanently mounted, positioning must be carefully planned to suit the room layout and transfer needs. Once the hoist brackets have been fitted, the client’s bed and other nearby furniture usually need to stay in the same location in order to use the hoist
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