Alerta Aqua Shower Commode Chair, Bariatric, 4-in-1 Transfer, Shower and Toileting Chair
- 240kg Bariatric Capacity - heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame rated to 240kg with widened seat dimensions provides the structural capacity required for bariatric personal hygiene care; designed for safe and dignified wet room access for higher-weight residents in residential and nursing care settings.
- 4-in-1 Function - commode, shower, transit, and transfer functions in a single bariatric-rated unit; carer-propelled transit from bedroom to wet room in one chair limits patient transfers at each personal care episode, directly reducing MHOR 1992 cumulative manual handling risk for care staff.
- 4 Braked Castors - 4 braked castors provide controlled stability during carer-propelled transit in corridors and during showering; removable commode pot meets NPSA commode hygiene guidance; removable swing-away armrests and 5-position footrest support lateral transfer technique per MHOR 1992.
- 2-Year Guarantee - Alerta 2-year warranty; CQC Regulation 12 requires equipment used for manual handling to be suitable for the load - the 240kg SWL frame meets this obligation for higher-weight residents and supports evidence-based safe care documentation in bariatric personal hygiene care planning.
Alerta Aqua Bariatric 4-in-1 Shower Commode - 240kg | Heavy-Duty Frame
The Alerta Aqua Bariatric is a 240kg-rated 4-in-1 shower commode designed for bariatric personal hygiene care. The heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame provides the additional structural capacity required for higher-weight residents, while retaining the full Aqua range specification: removable commode pot, 5-position adjustable footrest, swing-away removable armrests, and carer-propelled transit via 4 braked castors. The bariatric configuration addresses MHOR 1992 obligations for care providers managing the higher manual handling risk associated with bariatric care, and supports CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) and Regulation 10 (dignity) in wet room environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-ALT-SC250 |
| Safe Working Load | 240 kg |
| Propulsion | Carer-propelled |
| Castors | 4 braked castors |
| Frame Material | Heavy-duty powder-coated steel |
| Footrest | 5-position adjustable, removable |
| Armrests | Removable swing-away |
| Commode Pot | Removable |
| Functions | Commode, shower, transit, transfer |
| Guarantee | 2 years (Alerta) |
Regulatory Compliance
MHOR 1992 requires that care providers eliminate or reduce manual handling risk to the lowest level reasonably practicable. Bariatric personal care carries significantly higher carer injury risk than standard-weight care episodes; a 240kg-rated shower commode that allows carer-propelled transit from bed to wet room in a single chair directly reduces the number of transfers and the cumulative manual handling load per episode. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) requires a duty to ensure equipment used for manual handling operations is suitable for the load - the 240kg SWL frame meets this obligation for higher-weight residents. CQC Regulation 10 is supported by the dignity of a dedicated bariatric personal care pathway using equipment matched to the patient. NPSA commode hygiene guidance is met by the removable commode pot.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Aqua Bariatric differ from the 150kg Aqua Standard?
The Aqua Bariatric (NCL-ALT-SC250) uses a heavier-gauge steel frame rated to 240kg, with widened seating to accommodate higher-weight users comfortably. The 4-in-1 function, removable pot, footrest, and armrest specification are shared across the Aqua range. Selection is based on resident weight and the care team MHOR 1992 risk assessment confirming the standard 150kg frame is insufficient.
Is a bariatric manual handling assessment required before use?
Yes. MHOR 1992 requires a documented manual handling risk assessment for each care episode involving patient movement. For bariatric personal hygiene care, this assessment should include the transit route dimensions, wet room layout, number of carers required, and the specific carer techniques to be used. CQC Regulation 12 further requires that all patient-handling equipment is regularly inspected and maintained.
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NCL-ALT-SC250
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- 240kg Bariatric Capacity - heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame rated to 240kg with widened seat dimensions provides the structural capacity required for bariatric personal hygiene care; designed for safe and dignified wet room access for higher-weight residents in residential and nursing care settings.
- 4-in-1 Function - commode, shower, transit, and transfer functions in a single bariatric-rated unit; carer-propelled transit from bedroom to wet room in one chair limits patient transfers at each personal care episode, directly reducing MHOR 1992 cumulative manual handling risk for care staff.
- 4 Braked Castors - 4 braked castors provide controlled stability during carer-propelled transit in corridors and during showering; removable commode pot meets NPSA commode hygiene guidance; removable swing-away armrests and 5-position footrest support lateral transfer technique per MHOR 1992.
- 2-Year Guarantee - Alerta 2-year warranty; CQC Regulation 12 requires equipment used for manual handling to be suitable for the load - the 240kg SWL frame meets this obligation for higher-weight residents and supports evidence-based safe care documentation in bariatric personal hygiene care planning.