26/10/2026
Following publication of the Patient Safety Alert, National Back Exchange contacted the MHRA to clarify the terms “qualified person” and “competent person”, and what evidence organisations should retain when compatibility cannot be confirmed from the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
The MHRA explained that competence to carry out a LOLER thorough examination does not automatically mean someone is qualified to assess hoist and sling compatibility. The MHRA does not prescribe a specific qualification or evidence format; the organisation must decide whether the person has appropriate knowledge and experience, and record the basis for that decision.
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