Alerta Shower Stool with Back, Aluminium, Adjustable Height, Lightweight
- Lightweight aluminium shower stool with integrated backrest, providing seated support and posterior stability for patients who require trunk support during showering in care home and hospital wet room environments.
- Adjustable height with 130kg weight capacity, accommodating different patient heights and shower configurations while supporting a broad patient weight range across residential and clinical care settings.
- Rust-resistant aluminium frame with non-slip rubber feet, maintaining structural integrity and stable positioning in sustained wet room conditions without corrosion or surface degradation over time.
- Easy to clean for CQC Regulation 12 infection control compliance, with smooth, wipeable surfaces that can be disinfected between patient uses using standard clinical cleaning products.
Alerta Shower Stool with Back: Lightweight Aluminium Seated Showering with Back Support
The Alerta Shower Stool with Back provides seated showering support with an integrated backrest for patients who require posterior trunk stability.
The lightweight aluminium frame is rust-resistant and adjustable in height to suit different patient dimensions. The 130kg capacity supports a broad weight range. Non-slip rubber feet maintain positioning on wet surfaces. The backrest provides additional security for patients with reduced trunk control compared to a standard backless shower stool.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-BE011 |
| Type | Shower stool with backrest |
| Weight Capacity | 130kg |
| Height | Adjustable |
| Material | Aluminium (rust-resistant) |
| Back Support | Integrated backrest |
| Feet | Non-slip rubber |
| Application | Care home and hospital wet rooms |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Shower stools with back support are indicated for patients assessed as requiring trunk stability during seated showering. CQC Regulation 12 requires that bathing equipment is appropriate to the individual's assessed mobility needs. The backrest provides additional fall prevention for patients with reduced trunk control who might be unsafe on a backless stool.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should a shower stool with back be used instead of a backless stool?
A stool with backrest is indicated when the patient has reduced trunk control, fatigue during showering, or a tendency to lean backward. The backrest provides passive support that prevents backward falls. A backless stool is sufficient for patients with full trunk control who only need seated height support.
Is this stool suitable for bariatric patients?
The 130kg capacity supports most standard adult weight ranges. For patients exceeding 130kg, a dedicated bariatric shower chair with a higher weight rating should be specified. Using equipment beyond its rated capacity creates a risk of structural failure during use.
NCL-ALT-BE011
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- Lightweight aluminium shower stool with integrated backrest, providing seated support and posterior stability for patients who require trunk support during showering in care home and hospital wet room environments.
- Adjustable height with 130kg weight capacity, accommodating different patient heights and shower configurations while supporting a broad patient weight range across residential and clinical care settings.
- Rust-resistant aluminium frame with non-slip rubber feet, maintaining structural integrity and stable positioning in sustained wet room conditions without corrosion or surface degradation over time.
- Easy to clean for CQC Regulation 12 infection control compliance, with smooth, wipeable surfaces that can be disinfected between patient uses using standard clinical cleaning products.