Alerta Stacking Commode, Adjustable Height, Padded Seat and Back, 5L Pot Capacity
- 180kg Safe Working Load - heavy-duty stacking commode rated to 180kg with adjustable height from 45-60cm; higher SWL than standard commode chairs makes this suitable for heavier residents while retaining the practical stackable storage format required in multi-commode ward and care home environments.
- Heat-Sealed Padding - heat-sealed padding prevents fluid ingress into the foam substrate, directly satisfying NHS IPC infection control requirements for commode seating that is in contact with bodily fluids; padding remains structurally intact through the cleaning cycle without the delamination risk present in unsealed foam products.
- Clip-On Oval Seat and 5L Pot - clip-on oval commode seat is fully removable for thorough decontamination per NPSA commode hygiene guidance; large 5L removable commode pot with handle allows extended commode use and safe transport to the sluice without contact with the pot rim.
- Stackable Storage Design - stackable format allows multiple units to be stored vertically in the sluice or utility room, reducing floor space requirements in multi-commode settings; height adjustment from 45-60cm accommodates varied resident anthropometry and the MHOR 1992-assessed optimal working height for each care episode.
Alerta Stacking Commode - 180kg - Adjustable Height 45-60cm
The Alerta stacking commode provides a 180kg-rated adjustable commode solution with a stackable storage format for multi-commode care environments. The heat-sealed padding prevents fluid ingress consistent with NHS IPC infection control requirements, the clip-on oval commode seat allows full surface decontamination per NPSA commode hygiene guidance, and the large 5L removable commode pot with handle supports compliant sluice disposal. Height adjustment from 45-60cm accommodates the full range of resident anthropometry and OT-assessed working heights.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-ALT-BE009 |
| Safe Working Load | 180 kg |
| Height Adjustment | 45 - 60 cm |
| Padding | Heat-sealed (fluid-resistant) |
| Seat | Clip-on oval commode seat, removable |
| Commode Pot | 5L removable with handle |
| Storage | Stackable |
Regulatory Compliance
NHS IPC infection control requirements for commode seating specify that all surfaces in contact with bodily fluids must be capable of full decontamination between uses; the heat-sealed padding and removable clip-on seat directly meet this requirement by eliminating fluid-harbouring seams and allowing all seating surfaces to be decontaminated separately. NPSA commode hygiene guidance is met by the removable 5L pot design, allowing pot-to-sluice transport per protocol. CQC Regulation 10 dignity compliance is supported by the padded seating providing a more comfortable commode experience than transfer chairs. MHOR 1992 is addressed by the adjustable height enabling the OT-assessed optimal working height to be set for each care episode.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 180kg SWL suitable for bariatric residents?
The 180kg SWL exceeds the standard 110kg commode chair rating and is appropriate for residents in the upper standard weight range. For residents classified as bariatric - typically defined as body weight exceeding 150-160kg in clinical practice - a dedicated bariatric commode specification should be confirmed by the bariatric manual handling team and OT assessment under MHOR 1992, which may indicate a bariatric-rated model with widened seat dimensions.
How does the stacking design comply with NHS IPC requirements?
NHS IPC guidance requires that commode chairs are stored in a clean condition, segregated from used equipment, and accessible without cross-contamination. The stackable format allows cleaned chairs to be stacked in the sluice or utility room separately from chairs in use, and the heat-sealed padding does not trap moisture during stacking that could promote bacterial growth. Each chair should be decontaminated before storage per NHS IPC protocol, with the clip-on seat and pot stored or disposed of separately.
NCL-ALT-BE009
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- 180kg Safe Working Load - heavy-duty stacking commode rated to 180kg with adjustable height from 45-60cm; higher SWL than standard commode chairs makes this suitable for heavier residents while retaining the practical stackable storage format required in multi-commode ward and care home environments.
- Heat-Sealed Padding - heat-sealed padding prevents fluid ingress into the foam substrate, directly satisfying NHS IPC infection control requirements for commode seating that is in contact with bodily fluids; padding remains structurally intact through the cleaning cycle without the delamination risk present in unsealed foam products.
- Clip-On Oval Seat and 5L Pot - clip-on oval commode seat is fully removable for thorough decontamination per NPSA commode hygiene guidance; large 5L removable commode pot with handle allows extended commode use and safe transport to the sluice without contact with the pot rim.
- Stackable Storage Design - stackable format allows multiple units to be stored vertically in the sluice or utility room, reducing floor space requirements in multi-commode settings; height adjustment from 45-60cm accommodates varied resident anthropometry and the MHOR 1992-assessed optimal working height for each care episode.