The Soft Belt is a comfortable padded lap restraint belt.
It is made from soft strong 5cm / 2″ wide webbing with a wide padded section to provide a soft area against the patient’s body. Some patients feel more secure with this wide soft belt instead of a more discrete webbing belt.
This belt is not recommended for patients who slide down the chair. For this behaviour we recommend the Chair Belt for Sliders – Rear Fastening (sold separately).
To Fit
Place the padded section in front of the patient and wrap the webbing around the chair frame on both sides. However, as some patients may rock or lean forward it may be possible to place the padded section across the chest. Try to wrap the webbing at either:
- The pelvic position
- Behind the back of the chair
Fasten the buckle behind the chair.
The Soft Belt can be used on large lounge chairs. On narrow chairs it may be necessary to wrap the surplus webbing a few times around the chair.
Do not use across the chest if the patient is liable to slide down the chair.
General Public Restraint Authorisation Letter: If this product is purchased for use in a private home, we require authorisation from a suitable person. This is to ensure it will be used correctly and safely by the family and/or carers, and that using it will not be dangerous. Examples of a suitable person who is able to sign the letter are: Occupational Therapist; Physiotherapist; Clinical Nurse Manager; Registered Nurse; Doctor or another suitably qualified person. Click here to print the letter template, and please return a copy to us when ordering. Note: This letter is not required when we send restraints to aged care facilities or hospitals, because their staff are already trained in their safe use.
Note: We are unable to sell this product to the USA.
