Description
The Human Care positioning sling is a supine sheet for turning, repositioning and lateral transfer. It goes under a person who stays lying flat and is not a seated sling.
What does it do and how does it work?
It lets a caregiver turn or slide a person in bed without lifting them clear of the mattress.
- Eight reinforced straps, six on the body and two at the head, connect to a 4-point bar.
- High-strength nylon webbing runs around the edge, and the straps are placed for comfort and safety.
- The reusable ventilated version is breathable and moisture-wicking, and can stay behind the person for short periods.
- The single-patient version is made for short-term use by one person and is disposed of after use.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
It suits a person who is cared for lying on their back and needs turning, repositioning or a lateral move.
- It is not a divided-leg transfer sling, a walking belt or a chair sling.
- A clinician assesses the person and chooses the reusable or single-patient version.
- Use it only for the supine position and for short periods.
Which size and rating?
The large and extra large ventilated sheets are rated 1000 lb (454 kg); the single-patient sheets are rated 700 lb (318 kg).
- NSB-410-ST-L: 1320 mm (52 in) wide and 208 cm (81.9 in) long.
- NSB-410-ST-XL: 147 cm (57.9 in) wide and 208 cm (81.9 in) long.
- NSB-451-U and NSB-451-S: about 105 cm (41.3 in) wide and 168 cm (66 in) long.
Which bar does it fit?
It needs a 4-point suspension bar: 92938 for the HeliQ or HeliQ PT, or 55619 for the Altair or Roomer S.
- Do not use a 2-point bar.
- Tell us the lift and bar you have before you order.
- Extension loops 21180 are available in several lengths to alter the lifting position.
Care and limits
Follow the label for a reusable sling and use a hospital-grade laundry bag.
- The single-patient NSB-451-U is disposed of after use.
- Never exceed the rating for the exact code or the lift's rating.
- Check the straps, webbing and stitching before each use and discard a damaged sheet.
- Inspect a reusable sling at least every 6 months. Used as intended, it is expected to last 3 years, or 150 to 180 washes.
How does it compare?
- Slings lists the seated and transfer shapes.
- Patient lifts covers the lifts and bars.
- A free home assessment can check the bed and the lift.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a chair sling?
No. It is a supine sheet for turning, repositioning and lateral transfer.
Does the 1000 lb rating apply to every size?
No. The single-patient NSB-451 sheets are rated 700 lb (318 kg).
Can it stay under the person?
The reusable ventilated sheet can stay behind the person for short periods; the single-patient sheet is disposed of after use.
How many straps does it have?
Eight reinforced straps: six on the body and two at the head.
Funding help for a patient lift sling in Ontario
Depending on the person's needs and assessment, funding may be available for mobility equipment in Ontario. Our team works with funding programs every week and can point you to the right route before you buy. See our funding guide or call (905) 798-1853.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 1000 lb (454 kg) on NSB-410-ST-L and XL; 700 lb (318 kg) on NSB-451-U and S
- Sling attachment
- Eight reinforced straps: six body and two head
- Care and washing
- Reusable: follow the label and use a hospital-grade laundry bag; NSB-451-U is single-patient use
- Sling material
- Ventilated polyester; single-patient models polyester/cotton, Soft Air Mesh or DermaTherapy
- Sling sizes
- NSB-410-ST-L, NSB-410-ST-XL, NSB-451-U, NSB-451-S
- Head support
- Two head straps; not a seated head support
- Sling length
- 208 cm (81.9 in) on NSB-410; 168 cm (66 in) on NSB-451
- Sling width
- 132 cm (52 in) on L; 147 cm (57.9 in) on XL; 105 cm (41.3 in) on NSB-451
- Compatible with
- 4-point bars 92938 (HeliQ) and 55619 (Altair or Roomer S)
- Product type
- Supine positioning sheet
Options and sizes can change some figures. Ask us to confirm yours before you order.
Documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Mobility store warranty terms
These are Mobility's purchase and service policy terms, separate from any manufacturer warranty coverage.
1 year on parts.
Read the warranty and service policy for the full terms.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
