Posey Transfer Belts - Manual (Page 2)

The quick-release buckle should be positioned to the patient’s back so
that the patient can not release the buckle during transfer. Release of the buckle during
transfer may result in injury. ALWAYS verify the buckle is not broken or cracked and holds
securely before transferring the patient.
Application Instructions for the Posey E-Zee closure:
1. With the Posey label facing
away from the patient, wrap the
belt around the patient’s waist
and pass the end through the
first metal ring on the belt.
2. For waists up to 42” (107 cm),
pass the tip through the second
metal ring also. For waists 43”
to 54” (109 cm to 137 cm), use
only the first metal ring.
3. After passing the belt through
the appropriate metal ring(s),
fold it over itself and back in the opposite direction.
4. Secure the hook and loop closure by pressing both sides together firmly.
5. ALWAYS verify proper closure before use. Adjust the belt so it is snug, but not
uncomfortable for the patient. You should be able to slide your open hand (flat)
between the belt and the patient.
Application Instructions for Quick-Release Buckle:
1. Release the quick-release buckle by
pushing inward on the quick-release
buttons.
2. Fit the belt to the patient’s waist size.
3. Once adjusted, wrap the belt around
the patient and snap the buckle shut.
4. Make sure you can slide your open
hand (flat) between the belt and the patient.
5. Turn the buckle around to the patient’s back (tuck excess strap under belt).
6. ALWAYS grasp the transfer belt from underneath. Assist patient using your facility’s
approved procedures.
1. With the Posey label facing
outside, wrap the belt around
the patient’s waist, pass the
metal tip of the belt through the
buckle and over the teeth of the
buckle (Fig. 1).
2. Bring the tip of the belt across
the front of the buckle and slip
it through the other side (Fig. 2).
Adjust it so it is snug, but not
uncomfortable for the patient.
You should be able to slip your
open hand (flat) between the
belt and the patient.
3. The strap should lay flat across
the buckle. Tuck excess under
the belt (Fig. 3). ALWAYS verify
proper closure before use.
4. ALWAYS grasp the transfer belt
from underneath (Fig. 4). Assist
patient using your facility’s
approved procedures.
Application Instructions
for Metal Buckle:
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
This white cotton belt is 5” (13 cm) wide and has three hand
loops, one at each side and one horizontal loop in the
back. The side handles are reinforced with plastic for a
more secure grip. Attaches quickly with plastic quick-
release buckles. Adjustable strap in back for improved fit.
Machine washable.
To maintain bright colors in non-contaminated Gait and
Transfer Belts:
For all contaminated Gait and Transfer Belts:
NoTe: Fasten all buckles to minimize damage during wash and dry cycles. Close hook
and loop fasteners before washing to prevent lint build-up. Use stiff metal brush to
clean “hook” material after washing. Test hook and loop adhesion before use, and
discard belt if hook and loop does not hold securely. During the washing, process, metal
buckles could bend and quick-release buckles could crack or break. Do not put buckles
through extractors. Always ensure that all buckles are in good working order and are not
cracked or broken before each use. Customers could expect up to 5% shrinkage in cotton
materials over the life of the product.
Posey Ergonomic Walking Belt
Washing Instructions for Posey Cotton and/or Polyester
Gait and Transfer Belts:
Application Instructions:
1. Center the belt around the patient’s waist with the
quick-release buckles in the center front and the rear
adjustment strap at the top of the belt.
2. Adjust the belt to fit so it is snug, but not
uncomfortable for the patient, and close it with the
hook and loop fastener. You should be able to slide your
open hand (flat) between the belt and the patient.
3. Secure the quick-release buckles and tighten the straps so that they lie flat.
4. Tighten the cotton strap in the rear of the belt until it fits snugly in the waist area.
Make sure the strap and buckle lie flat against the belt.
FRONT
BAck
Inservice Video Available!
The Proper Use of Posey Gait and Transfer Belts” is a 15
minute video that demonstrates the proper application
of Posey Transfer and Walking Belts. Available in both
DVD (REF 8508D) and VHS (REF 8508) formats, the video
reviews nine basic rules for successful transfers and
three common transfer procedures.
Posey Transfer and Walking Belts
Ref # Fits Waists handles Buckle Rear Band
REF 6537DX 30” to 66” (76 cm to 168 cm) 7 Metal 6” (15 cm) wide
REF 6537QDX 30” to 66” (76 cm to 168 cm) 7 Quick-Release 6” (15 cm) wide
REF
6537 28” to 52” (71 cm to 132 cm) 6 Metal 4” (10 cm) wide
REF
6537Q 28” to 52” (71 cm to 132 cm) 6 Quick-Release 4” (10 cm) wide
6537Q
6537QDX
Posey Transfer and Walking Belts offer
caregivers added support with multiple easy
to grasp hand loops. The belt is made of
machine washable black nylon webbing with
green nylon hand loops. Belts are available
with nickel-plated or quick-release buckle
closures.
6537QDX
Deluxe Economy
Ref No. Size Fits Waist
REF 6534S Small 26” to 34” (66 cm to 86 cm)
REF
6534m Medium 33” to 38” (84 cm to 97 cm)
REF
6534L Large 36” to 45” (91 cm to 114 cm)
REF
6534XL X-Large 44” to 52” (112 cm to 132 cm)