The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued a recall notice for Rehab Assist C-Series ceiling hoists. The recall is for product correction of some carry bars used with the ceiling hoists, due to the potential for a plastic attachment swivel to break.
Some C-Series carry bars are attached to the track using a plastic swivel. If the plastic swivel in these bars becomes damaged there is the potential for it to separate from the carry bar, resulting in a patient fall. As part of this recall for product correction Rehab Assist will supply a free metal insert to be placed inside affected carry bars to prevent separation if the plastic swivel becomes damaged.
Models supplied with a carry bar using a metal swivel/puck are not subject to this recall action.
These ceiling hoists are generally branded "Waverley Glen" and the affected models are:
Carry bars with the following model numbers: 360741, 360750; 360751; 360755; 360755 Rev B; 360756; and 360757
The affected bars have been supplied with the following ceiling hoist models:
Check the serial numbers on the ceiling hoist mechanism and carry bar. If they match one of the affected models listed above, Rehab Assist will supply a free metal insert to be placed inside all affected carry bars to prevent separation. Rehab Assist advises that the installation of the insert is simple and does not require a technician, although if a technician is available they should undertake this task.
Contact Rehab Assist on 1300 364 534 or 03 9789 7978 for further information and instructions on obtaining and installing the metal insert and the type of damage to look for.
Further details are available from the TGA notice: Rehab Assist C-Series ceiling hoists | Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)
