Evacuation Sledge - Compact, High-Capacity Emergency Transfer Solution
- Compact foldable evacuation sledge for emergency patient transfer, providing a rigid slide platform for controlled two-person evacuation of patients along corridors and down staircases during fire or emergency situations.
- 350kg weight capacity for standard and bariatric patient evacuation, supporting emergency egress across a broad patient weight range without separate standard and bariatric evacuation devices.
- Foldable design for compact storage on each floor or wing, storing flat against walls or inside designated evacuation equipment stations without occupying significant corridor or room space.
- Fire Safety Order 2005 and CQC Regulation 12 compliance, forming part of the facility's emergency evacuation plan for residents with reduced mobility in registered care settings.
Evacuation Sledge: Compact Foldable Emergency Transfer for Care Settings
The Alerta Evacuation Sledge is a compact, foldable emergency evacuation device for controlled two-person patient transfer during fire or emergency situations.
The rigid slide platform supports patients up to 350kg during evacuation along corridors and down staircases. The foldable design allows compact storage on each floor or wing. The patient is placed onto the sledge and two carers control the descent using the integrated handles and braking surfaces.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-E002 |
| Type | Foldable evacuation sledge |
| Weight Capacity | 350kg |
| Storage | Foldable for compact wall or station storage |
| Operation | Two-person (integrated handles) |
| Application | Fire and emergency evacuation in care settings |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Emergency evacuation equipment forms part of fire safety obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
CQC Regulation 12 requires adequate evacuation procedures for all residents. The sledge should be stored in a clearly labelled, immediately accessible location on each floor where residents with reduced mobility are accommodated. Staff must be trained in its deployment during mandatory fire safety drills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an evacuation sheet and an evacuation sledge?
An evacuation sheet is a flexible fabric device that wraps around the mattress and patient, sliding them along the floor. A sledge is a rigid platform that the patient is placed onto separately from the bed. The sheet deploys faster from a permanent under-mattress position. The sledge provides a more controlled descent on staircases due to its rigid structure.
Where should the sledge be stored?
Store in a clearly labelled location on each floor or wing, immediately accessible without keys or tools. Wall-mounted storage brackets or designated evacuation equipment stations are recommended. The storage location should be documented in the facility fire safety plan and known to all staff.
NCL-ALT-E002
- Compact foldable evacuation sledge for emergency patient transfer, providing a rigid slide platform for controlled two-person evacuation of patients along corridors and down staircases during fire or emergency situations.
- 350kg weight capacity for standard and bariatric patient evacuation, supporting emergency egress across a broad patient weight range without separate standard and bariatric evacuation devices.
- Foldable design for compact storage on each floor or wing, storing flat against walls or inside designated evacuation equipment stations without occupying significant corridor or room space.
- Fire Safety Order 2005 and CQC Regulation 12 compliance, forming part of the facility's emergency evacuation plan for residents with reduced mobility in registered care settings.