Alerta Commode & Transfer Chair, Drop Armrests, Braked Castors, Padded Seat
- Fixed-Height Commode Chair - powder-coated steel frame rated to 110kg with a fixed seat height; seat dimensions 53x46cm with a 5L removable commode pot allow the chair to function as both a bedside commode and a transfer chair within a single care episode without additional equipment changes.
- Drop-Down Padded Armrests - drop-down padded armrests allow full lateral transfer access for hoist, standing aid, or manual carer-assisted transfer; wipe-clean PVC seat and backrest meet NHS IPC surface decontamination requirements for commode chairs used across multiple daily care episodes.
- 4 Braked 5-Inch Castors - four 5-inch braked castors allow controlled carer-propelled manoeuvre across standard care home floor surfaces; locking mechanism stabilises the chair during seated commode use and carer-assisted transfer per MHOR 1992 safe working practice requirements.
- NPSA Commode Hygiene Compliance - removable 5L commode pot with handle enables thorough cleaning between uses per NPSA commode hygiene guidance; swing-away footrests support correct lower limb positioning during use and are removed for lateral transfer to reduce carer reaching distance per MHOR 1992.
Alerta Commode and Transfer Chair - 110kg - Fixed Height
The Alerta commode and transfer chair provides a fixed-height 110kg-rated commode and transfer solution on a powder-coated steel frame. The 53x46cm seat with 5L removable commode pot allows the chair to serve as both bedside commode and transfer chair, reducing the number of equipment changes per personal care episode. Drop-down padded armrests, wipe-clean PVC seat and backrest, and swing-away footrests support NHS IPC-compliant decontamination and MHOR 1992 transfer technique across residential and nursing care environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-ALT-1200 |
| Safe Working Load | 110 kg |
| Seat Height | Fixed |
| Seat Dimensions | 53 x 46 cm |
| Commode Pot | 5L removable with handle |
| Armrests | Drop-down padded |
| Seat and Backrest | Wipe-clean PVC |
| Footrests | Swing-away |
| Castors | 4 x 5-inch braked |
| Frame Material | Powder-coated steel |
Regulatory Compliance
NPSA commode hygiene guidance requires that commode pots are decontaminated between each use; the removable 5L pot with handle allows this to be carried out per NHS IPC protocol without moving the chair. CQC Regulation 10 (person-centred care) is supported by the chair enabling bedside commode use with dignity rather than requiring transfer to a separate facility. MHOR 1992 carer obligations are addressed by the drop-down armrests enabling full lateral hoist or manual transfer access, and the swing-away footrests reducing carer reaching during positioning. The wipe-clean PVC seat and backrest satisfy NHS IPC surface decontamination requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this fixed-height model and the adjustable 432?
The fixed-height 431 (NCL-ALT-1200) is appropriate where occupational therapist assessment confirms the standard seat height matches the resident's anatomical requirements and the carer working height. The adjustable 432 (NCL-ALT-1400, height range 52.5-65cm) is the indicated choice where OT assessment specifies a seat height above or below the 431 fixed position, or where the chair will be used by residents with varying anthropometric requirements.
How is the commode pot cleaned to meet NPSA requirements?
NPSA commode hygiene guidance specifies that the commode pot must be emptied, rinsed, and decontaminated using an approved disinfectant between each patient use. The 5L removable pot with handle allows this to be carried to the sluice without contact with the pot rim. The wipe-clean PVC seat and the powder-coated steel frame surfaces should also be decontaminated between uses per NHS IPC ward cleaning protocols.
Part of our specialist Mobility Aids range. Bathroom and toilet aids promote safe independence and dignity for care home residents and home care clients across the UK.
NCL-ALT-1200
10 other products in the same category:
- Fixed-Height Commode Chair - powder-coated steel frame rated to 110kg with a fixed seat height; seat dimensions 53x46cm with a 5L removable commode pot allow the chair to function as both a bedside commode and a transfer chair within a single care episode without additional equipment changes.
- Drop-Down Padded Armrests - drop-down padded armrests allow full lateral transfer access for hoist, standing aid, or manual carer-assisted transfer; wipe-clean PVC seat and backrest meet NHS IPC surface decontamination requirements for commode chairs used across multiple daily care episodes.
- 4 Braked 5-Inch Castors - four 5-inch braked castors allow controlled carer-propelled manoeuvre across standard care home floor surfaces; locking mechanism stabilises the chair during seated commode use and carer-assisted transfer per MHOR 1992 safe working practice requirements.
- NPSA Commode Hygiene Compliance - removable 5L commode pot with handle enables thorough cleaning between uses per NPSA commode hygiene guidance; swing-away footrests support correct lower limb positioning during use and are removed for lateral transfer to reduce carer reaching distance per MHOR 1992.