MalfunctionINE
HANDICARE
Received Apr 15, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 22, 2026
Report 24888243 · MDR key 24888243
Device
Generic name
Sling, Overhead Suspension, Wheelchair
Manufacturer
Handicare Usa, Inc.Model number
547810Catalog number
547810
Lot number
UNKNOWN
Patient
36 YR · Unknown
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
PER STAFF, WHILE TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT FROM THE BED THAT PATIENT ARRIVED IN FROM OUTPATIENT SETTING TO BARIATRIC HOSPITAL BED USING A HOYER THAT IS APPROVED FOR 1000LBS AND A TRANSFER SHEET ALSO APPROVED FOR 1000LBS THE TRANSFER SHEET RIPPED WHEN LIFTING THE PATIENT OVER THE BED. THE PATIENT WAS IMMEDIATELY LOWERED ONTO HIS OUTPATIENT BED AND THE MANURER WAS ABORTED. THE PATIENT STATED HE WAS OKAY AND NOT INJURED. THE LIFT WAS ABOUT 4-5 INCHES ABOVE THE BED WHEN IT RIPPED.