Alerta Gas Lift Overbed Table, Oak Finish, Straight Leg Base with Braking Castors
- Straight Leg U-Frame Base - positions alongside beds and chairs in hospital wards, care homes and residential settings for conventional overbed table use.
- Gas-Lift Height Adjustment - from 80 to 105cm via ergonomic handle; 15kg tabletop capacity on an 80x40cm wipe-clean laminated work surface; rear braking castors for stable positioning.
- Oak Finish - for a lighter, naturalistic appearance in residential care and community placements; adjustable independently by carer or patient without tools.
- CQC Regulation 10 - supports Dignity and Respect by enabling patients to eat, work and engage in activities at their preferred height without carer assistance for table adjustment.
Gas Lift Overbed Table with Straight Leg Base - Height-Adjustable Bedside Table for Care Homes and Hospitals
The Gas Lift Overbed Table with Straight Leg Base (Oak) is a conventional overbed table for hospital wards, care homes and residential settings where standard bedside and chair positioning is required. The U-shaped straight leg base positions alongside the bed or chair for conventional overbed table use. Gas-lift height adjustment from 80 to 105cm via an ergonomic handle means the table is set to the precise working height for eating, reading, device use or clinical care, and adjusted by the patient or carer independently without tools. The oak finish provides a lighter, naturalistic appearance suited to residential and community care environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Type | Straight leg U-frame base |
| Height Range | 80-105cm (gas-lift adjustment) |
| Adjustment | Ergonomic handle, no tools required |
| Tabletop Dimensions | 80x40cm |
| Tabletop Capacity | 15kg |
| Tabletop Surface | Wipe-clean laminated surface |
| Castors | Rear braking castors |
| Finish | Oak |
Regulatory Compliance
The Gas Lift Overbed Table with Straight Leg Base supports CQC Regulation 10 (Dignity and Respect) by enabling patients to eat, work and engage in activities at their preferred height without requiring carer assistance for table adjustment. The wipe-clean laminated tabletop surface supports NHS Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards for frequently touched surfaces in care environments. MHOR 1992 manual handling principles are addressed by the gas-lift mechanism, which removes carer manual handling burden during height adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the oak finish compare to the walnut version?
The oak and walnut straight leg overbed tables are identical in specification: same height range (80-105cm), 15kg capacity, 80x40cm tabletop, wipe-clean surface and rear braking castors. Oak offers a lighter, cooler-toned appearance; walnut a richer, darker grain. Selection is typically based on environment-matching for the care setting.
Is the straight leg table suitable for use with a wheelchair?
The straight leg U-frame base does not clear wheelchair footplates, so it cannot be used over a wheelchair. For patients who require a table both at the bedside and over a wheelchair, the Wheelchair Base version (H-frame) is the correct specification. Both base types share the same gas-lift range, tabletop dimensions and capacity.
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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- Straight Leg U-Frame Base - positions alongside beds and chairs in hospital wards, care homes and residential settings for conventional overbed table use.
- Gas-Lift Height Adjustment - from 80 to 105cm via ergonomic handle; 15kg tabletop capacity on an 80x40cm wipe-clean laminated work surface; rear braking castors for stable positioning.
- Oak Finish - for a lighter, naturalistic appearance in residential care and community placements; adjustable independently by carer or patient without tools.
- CQC Regulation 10 - supports Dignity and Respect by enabling patients to eat, work and engage in activities at their preferred height without carer assistance for table adjustment.