Alerta Folding Crash Mat, PU Surface, Triple-Fold Design with Carry Handles
- Triple-Fold Design - stores compactly when not in use and deploys to 190x60x6cm at the bedside; 6cm depth provides the impact absorption layer for fall injury reduction as part of a NICE NG147 falls prevention plan.
- PU Wipe-Clean Surface - breathable and impermeable; antibacterial properties support NHS IPC standards for shared clinical equipment in care home and hospital environments.
- Integrated Carry Handles - for repositioning, room-to-room transfer and storage; compatible with any profiling or fixed-height bed in care home, hospital ward and home care settings.
- CQC Regulation 12 - supports Safe Care and Treatment as a documented falls prevention measure for patients at high risk of unassisted bed exits in dementia, neurological and complex care placements.
Alerta Folding Crash Mat - Bedside Fall Injury Reduction Mat for Care Homes and Hospitals
The Alerta Folding Crash Mat is a bedside fall protection mat for patients assessed as high-risk for unassisted bed exits under a NICE NG147 (Falls in Older People) falls prevention plan. Placed alongside the bed, the mat intercepts unassisted bed exits and reduces impact force before the patient reaches the hard floor surface. The triple-fold design means the mat stores upright against a wall or in a bedside unit when not deployed, practical for single occupancy rooms where floor space is limited. The 6cm depth is the key clinical specification: at 6cm, the PU foam core provides meaningful impact energy absorption at bedside fall heights while remaining thin enough to avoid a significant trip hazard at the mat edge during carer access.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Unfolded Dimensions | 190x60x6cm |
| Fold Design | Triple-fold for compact storage |
| Surface | PU wipe-clean, breathable and impermeable |
| Surface Properties | Antibacterial |
| Handles | Integrated carry handles |
| Primary Use | Bedside fall injury reduction |
Regulatory Compliance
The Alerta Folding Crash Mat is specified in line with NICE NG147 (Falls in Older People) multifactorial falls prevention guidance, where a low-level bed position combined with a bedside crash mat is a recommended environmental intervention for patients at highest fall risk. CQC Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment) requires that falls prevention measures are documented in the patient's care plan; the crash mat should be recorded as a specific intervention with review dates. The PU wipe-clean impermeable surface meets NHS Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) requirements for shared clinical equipment that may contact patients and floor surfaces. NICE NG97 (Dementia) guidance supports crash mat use alongside ultra-low beds as a least-restrictive fall injury reduction measure in dementia care units.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should a crash mat be used alongside a low bed or as a standalone measure?
NICE NG147 guidance recommends crash mats as part of a multi-component falls prevention intervention. They are most effective when combined with an ultra-low bed position - such as the Lomond Floor 2 at 9cm - so both the fall distance and the floor impact are reduced simultaneously. The crash mat addresses the floor impact; the low bed height reduces the fall distance. Both measures should be documented in the patient's falls prevention care plan with a review schedule under CQC Regulation 12.
How is the crash mat cleaned between patients?
The PU wipe-clean surface can be cleaned with standard NHS IPC-compliant disinfectant wipes or a dilute chlorine solution. The impermeable surface prevents fluid ingress into the foam core. Allow to air dry before folding for storage. Inspect the surface integrity at each cleaning cycle; any tears or punctures that compromise the impermeable layer require the mat to be withdrawn from use.
Part of our comprehensive Medical Beds and Accessories range. Bed accessories optimise clinical functionality and resident safety in care home and nursing home environments.
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- Triple-Fold Design - stores compactly when not in use and deploys to 190x60x6cm at the bedside; 6cm depth provides the impact absorption layer for fall injury reduction as part of a NICE NG147 falls prevention plan.
- PU Wipe-Clean Surface - breathable and impermeable; antibacterial properties support NHS IPC standards for shared clinical equipment in care home and hospital environments.
- Integrated Carry Handles - for repositioning, room-to-room transfer and storage; compatible with any profiling or fixed-height bed in care home, hospital ward and home care settings.
- CQC Regulation 12 - supports Safe Care and Treatment as a documented falls prevention measure for patients at high risk of unassisted bed exits in dementia, neurological and complex care placements.