Application

Step 1

Lay child flat on long spine board.

Step 2

Place Pedi-Spider™ on child, with middle vertical strap in middle of chest and top strap at armpit level.

Step 3

Undo velcro fasteners and place through handle on board on both sides and then back around and fasten it to itself.

Step 4

Repeat with all 5 straps. Once all 5 straps are fastened, tighten all straps slightly. You do not want more than 2 fingers under straps. But, do not over tighten, as this may cause circulation or respiratory problems.

Recommended Pediatric Applications

Weight - 10-100 lbs.
Length - 20-43 inches.
Age - Infant to 12 years old.

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Refolding the Pedi-Spider™

1. Lay strap out as if on patient.

2. Fold cross straps back on themselves.
     Secure with hook and loop.

3. Position yourself at the foot end of the strap and
     grasp the right and left sides of the foot strap.

4. Pick up cross straps in sequence, half in your right hand      and half in your left hand, beginning with the bottom      strap. Align the center strap folds toward you.

5. When entire strapping system has been picked up,
     fold in half and secure with the small hook and loop
     fastener located on the V-Strap.

6. Store near backboard or scoop stretcher until next use.

Care

1. Keep hook and loop clean; the hook and loop closures
     will support considerable weight and “safe use” if
     kept clean and lint free.

2. Hand wash. For machine washing, put strap in a pillow      case, use cool water and a mild detergent and the
     gentle cycle.

Features

1. Webbing rated at 800 lbs.

2. FDA approved.

3. Pedi-Spider™ secures to long spine board,
    limiting lateral movement.

4. Pedi-Spider™ keeps child secure to board
    with 3 vertical & 5 horizontal straps.

5. If you use a short back board or other immobilization     device to immobilize your pediatric patient, secure
    them to a long spine board with the Pedi-Spider™.

6. Comes in a convenient vented carry case.

Cautions

1. Inspect the Pedi-Spider™ before each use.

2. Discard the strap if you observe: broken stitching,
    frayed or cut fabric or straps, cracked or deteriorated     hook and loop and/or other signs of deterioration.

3. Do not overtighten to assure adequate circulation.

4. NOT INTENDED FOR VERTICAL LIFTING.

5. DO NOT PLACE CHEST STRAP OVER
    PATIENT’S DIAPHRAGM.