This is an introductory section. An editorial change was made to this section as a result of the change in M301.3.2, described below, to replace the word “stirrups” with the term...
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M301.3 Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
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M301.3.1 Transfer Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require transfer supports to be provided for use with transfer sides on diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position,...
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M301.3.2 Leg Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In the MDE NPRM, the Access Board proposed to place the requirements for stirrups on diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position in M301. In...
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M301.3.3 Head and Back Support (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In the MDE NPRM the Access Board proposed to place the requirements for head and back support for diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position...
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M301.4 Lift Compatibility (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require that diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position be usable with a patient lift and comply with either the...
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M301.4.1 Clearance in Base (Section-by-Section Analysis)
One commenter (medical association) noted that it would be difficult to meet the six-inch clearance from the floor when the table is lowered to 17 inches to allow for transfer....
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M301.4.2 Clearance Around Base (Section-by-Section Analysis)
One commenter recommended clarifying that the exam table must be compatible with a patient lift and meet the six-inch clearance, but not when the table is at its lowest level for independent...
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M302.2.1 Adjustability (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed a transfer surface height range for diagnostic equipment used by patients in a seated position of 17 inches minimum and 19 inches maximum....
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M302.2.2 Sunset Provision (Section-by-Section Analysis)
(Significant Changes – Transfer Surface Adjustability), this is a new provision added to the final rule in conjunction with the new requirement of a low height range in M302.2.1....
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M305 Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
M305 in the final rule provides the technical requirements for transfer supports, standing supports, leg supports, and head and back supports. Transfer supports are required for...
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M305.1 General (Section-by-Section Analysis)
This is an introductory section.
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M305.2 Transfer Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
This is an introductory section. As discussed above in Section IV.E.1. (Significant Changes – Transfer Supports), the Access Board strengthened the transfer support requirements and...
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M305.2.1 Location (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Committee explained that “transfer supports or handholds on adjustable medical equipment facilitate transfers onto a transfer surface by giving the individual something to hold or grab...
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M305.2.2 Length (Section-by-Section Analysis)
imaging equipment with transfer surfaces less than or equal to 24 inches deep, the Committee recommended requiring a transfer support to extend horizontally along the side of the patient table...
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M305.2.3 Height (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The manufacturer opposing the proposed range raised concerns with its ability to attain a 19-inch height on its diagnostic equipment....
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M305.2.4 Cross Section (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed rule did not provide specific requirements for the cross section of transfer supports. However, in the MDE NPRM preamble, the Access Board noted that it was considering...
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M305.2.5 Surface Hazards (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed rule did not provide any specific restrictions regarding surface hazards around the transfer supports. No public comments were submitted on this issue, but the MDE...
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M305.2.6 Gripping Surfaces (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed rule did not provide any specific requirements regarding gripping surfaces on transfer supports. However, in the MDE NPRM preamble the Access Board repeatedly noted that...
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M305.2.7 Clearance (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In the MDE NPRM, the Access Board did not provide any specific requirements for clearances around the transfer support. However, in the preamble to the MDE NPRM the Access Board...
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M305.2.8 Fittings (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Specifically, one commenter (manufacturer) asserted that the technical criteria from the 2004 ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines for grab bars in bathrooms should not be applied to exam...
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M305.4 Leg Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
As discussed above in Section V.C.3.b (Section-by-Section Analysis – M301.3.2) and Section V.C.7.b (Section-by-Section Analysis – M302.3.2), the technical requirements for leg...
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M305.5 Head and Back Support (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position and the seated position that can be adjusted to a reclined position to...
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Figure M2: M301.4 Lift Compatibility
(at Diagnostic Equipment for Use by a Patient in a Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position)
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Examples of access:
Exam table that lowers to 17-19 inches from the floor Many people find these tables easier to use. There are many ways to help people get access....