Bariatric Evacuation Sledge - Heavy-Duty Emergency Evacuation Aid
- Extra-wide bariatric evacuation sledge with 350kg capacity, providing a wider rigid platform than standard evacuation sledges to accommodate bariatric patients during emergency fire evacuation in care settings.
- Heavy-duty construction for safe bariatric patient transfer, with reinforced frame and wider profile that supports controlled two-person evacuation of bariatric individuals along corridors and down staircases.
- Foldable for compact storage on bariatric care floors, storing against walls or in designated evacuation stations without occupying excessive corridor space.
- Fire Safety Order 2005 and CQC Regulation 12 compliance, forming part of the facility personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) for bariatric residents with reduced mobility.
Bariatric Evacuation Sledge: Heavy-Duty Emergency Evacuation for Bariatric Patients
The Alerta Bariatric Evacuation Sledge is an extra-wide, heavy-duty evacuation device for bariatric patients in care settings.
The wider rigid platform accommodates bariatric individuals who would not fit safely on a standard-width evacuation sledge. Supporting patients up to 350kg, the reinforced construction enables controlled two-person evacuation along corridors and down staircases. The foldable design allows compact storage on floors accommodating bariatric residents.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-E004 |
| Type | Bariatric evacuation sledge |
| Weight Capacity | 350kg |
| Width | Extra-wide (bariatric) |
| Storage | Foldable |
| Operation | Two-person (reinforced handles) |
| Application | Bariatric fire and emergency evacuation |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Bariatric residents require dedicated evacuation equipment specified within their personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP). Standard-width evacuation devices may not safely accommodate bariatric individuals. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires adequate evacuation procedures for all residents. CQC Regulation 12 requires that emergency equipment is appropriate to individual patient needs including bariatric requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a standard evacuation sledge be used for bariatric patients?
Standard sledges may not safely accommodate bariatric patients due to width restrictions and weight rating. Using a standard device beyond its rated capacity or width creates a risk of structural failure during evacuation. The bariatric sledge provides the wider platform and reinforced construction required for safe bariatric emergency transfer.
How many staff are required for bariatric evacuation?
The bariatric sledge is designed for two-person operation. However, bariatric evacuation plans should assess whether additional staff are required based on the individual patient weight, the evacuation route (flat corridor versus staircase), and the distance to the evacuation assembly point. Staff should be trained specifically in bariatric evacuation techniques.
NCL-ALT-E004
- Extra-wide bariatric evacuation sledge with 350kg capacity, providing a wider rigid platform than standard evacuation sledges to accommodate bariatric patients during emergency fire evacuation in care settings.
- Heavy-duty construction for safe bariatric patient transfer, with reinforced frame and wider profile that supports controlled two-person evacuation of bariatric individuals along corridors and down staircases.
- Foldable for compact storage on bariatric care floors, storing against walls or in designated evacuation stations without occupying excessive corridor space.
- Fire Safety Order 2005 and CQC Regulation 12 compliance, forming part of the facility personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) for bariatric residents with reduced mobility.