Bed Hooks - Secure Pump Mounting for Woburn and Ultimate Profiling Beds.
- Mounts Active Mattress Pumps to the Bed Frame End - the Bed Hooks attach to the headboard or footboard of the Woburn or Ultimate profiling bed and provide a hanging mounting point for the active mattress pump unit, lifting the pump from floor level to the bed end height; a pump left on the floor requires its tubing and power cable to cross the floor zone between the pump body and the mattress connection, creating a trip hazard that must be assessed in the MHOR 1992 manual handling risk review for the bed; the Bed Hooks address this risk by elevating the pump to the bed frame end where the tubing runs directly from the pump to the mattress without a floor-crossing section.
- Two Variants for Woburn and Ultimate Bed Frame Profiles - NCL-HLDW300 is designed for the standard Woburn bed frame headboard and footboard profile; NCL-HLDU300 is designed for the Woburn Ultimate bed frame, which has a different frame geometry at the headboard and footboard; the correct variant must be selected for the specific bed in use, as the hook attachment mechanism is tailored to the specific frame profile of each model; using the wrong variant risks the pump being insecurely mounted.
- Keeps Pump Accessible for Pump Checks and Alarms - an active mattress pump mounted at the bed frame end is positioned at a height that allows the care team to view the pump display, check the pressure setting, respond to alarms, and perform routine pump checks during nursing visits without bending to floor level; this accessibility supports the clinical requirement to check pump function at each nursing visit, confirming the pump is operational and the pressure setting is appropriate for the resident's weight.
- Reduces Floor Clutter - MHOR 1992 - CQC Regulation 12 - the bed hooks are a complementary solution to the Pump Grips (ID 218); Pump Grips use a bracket-and-hanger mechanism for securing the pump to the frame; Bed Hooks use a hanging-hook attachment; the appropriate mounting solution depends on the specific pump and frame combination; the mounting method must be documented in the MHOR 1992 risk assessment for the bed environment; product codes NCL-HLDW300 (Woburn) and NCL-HLDU300 (Ultimate).
Bed Hooks - Active Mattress Pump Mounting - Woburn and Ultimate Beds - Trip Hazard Reduction
The Bed Hooks mount active mattress pumps to the headboard or footboard of Woburn and Ultimate profiling beds, lifting the pump from floor level to eliminate the floor-crossing cable and tubing trip hazard assessed in MHOR 1992 manual handling reviews. NCL-HLDW300 for Woburn beds; NCL-HLDU300 for Woburn Ultimate beds. Pump is accessible at bed-end height for nursing checks and alarm response. Complementary to the Pump Grips system (ID 218); the appropriate mounting solution depends on the specific pump and frame combination.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| NCL-HLDW300 | Bed Hook - Woburn profiling beds |
| NCL-HLDU300 | Bed Hook - Woburn Ultimate beds |
| Mounting Position | Headboard or footboard of bed frame |
| Function | Lifts pump from floor level; eliminates floor-crossing tubing |
| Clinical Benefit | Reduces trip hazard; improves pump visibility for nursing checks |
| Compliance | MHOR 1992 trip hazard reduction documentation |
Regulatory Compliance
The Bed Hooks reduce the cable and tubing trip hazard in the bed zone per MHOR 1992 requirements; their use must be documented in the manual handling risk assessment as a trip hazard control measure. The pump mounting security must be confirmed at each nursing visit; an insecurely mounted pump that falls from the bed frame may damage the pump, disconnect the tubing, or create an impact injury risk. Equipment records must include the hook variant and the pump type mounted for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Bed Hooks and the Pump Grips (ID 218), and how should the care team choose between them?
Both the Bed Hooks and the Pump Grips are designed to secure an active mattress pump to the bed frame to reduce the floor-level trip hazard, but they use different attachment mechanisms. The Pump Grips (ID 218, NCL-PU115 for Harvest 1; NCL-PU215 for Harvest 250) use an adjustable bracket-and-hanger system that clamps around the pump body and inserts into fixed grip brackets on the headboard or footboard. The Bed Hooks use a hanging-hook attachment where the pump is suspended from the hook rather than clamped by a bracket. The practical difference is in the security and ease of use: a bracket-and-hanger system typically provides firmer clamping with more adjustment for different pump sizes, while a hook system is quicker to attach and remove but may provide less lateral stability if the pump vibrates during operation. The choice between them should be guided by the specific pump in use, the headboard profile of the bed, and the manufacturer's recommendation for the specific pump-and-bed combination; if in doubt, the care provider should contact Harvest Healthcare to confirm which mounting system is validated for the specific pump and bed pairing in use.
Where on the bed should the hooks be positioned - at the headboard or the footboard - and does it matter?
The pump can be mounted at either the headboard or the footboard depending on the room layout and the routing of the pump's power cable and mattress tubing. The headboard position places the pump at the wall end of the bed, which is typically closer to the mains power outlet in rooms where the bed head is against the wall; this minimises the length of power cable between the outlet and the pump and reduces the cable management needed for the power supply run. The footboard position places the pump at the open-room end of the bed, where it is more visible to carers entering the room and may be easier to access for alarm response and pump checks during care activities at the foot end. The pump tubing from the headboard position must run the length of the bed to reach the mattress connection; from the footboard, the tubing run is shorter. The care team should assess both options for each specific room and bed configuration, choosing the position that minimises floor-level cable routing, maximises pump visibility for care checks, and is closest to the mains power outlet for the power cable.
NCL-HLDW300
- Mounts Active Mattress Pumps to the Bed Frame End - the Bed Hooks attach to the headboard or footboard of the Woburn or Ultimate profiling bed and provide a hanging mounting point for the active mattress pump unit, lifting the pump from floor level to the bed end height; a pump left on the floor requires its tubing and power cable to cross the floor zone between the pump body and the mattress connection, creating a trip hazard that must be assessed in the MHOR 1992 manual handling risk review for the bed; the Bed Hooks address this risk by elevating the pump to the bed frame end where the tubing runs directly from the pump to the mattress without a floor-crossing section.
- Two Variants for Woburn and Ultimate Bed Frame Profiles - NCL-HLDW300 is designed for the standard Woburn bed frame headboard and footboard profile; NCL-HLDU300 is designed for the Woburn Ultimate bed frame, which has a different frame geometry at the headboard and footboard; the correct variant must be selected for the specific bed in use, as the hook attachment mechanism is tailored to the specific frame profile of each model; using the wrong variant risks the pump being insecurely mounted.
- Keeps Pump Accessible for Pump Checks and Alarms - an active mattress pump mounted at the bed frame end is positioned at a height that allows the care team to view the pump display, check the pressure setting, respond to alarms, and perform routine pump checks during nursing visits without bending to floor level; this accessibility supports the clinical requirement to check pump function at each nursing visit, confirming the pump is operational and the pressure setting is appropriate for the resident's weight.
- Reduces Floor Clutter - MHOR 1992 - CQC Regulation 12 - the bed hooks are a complementary solution to the Pump Grips (ID 218); Pump Grips use a bracket-and-hanger mechanism for securing the pump to the frame; Bed Hooks use a hanging-hook attachment; the appropriate mounting solution depends on the specific pump and frame combination; the mounting method must be documented in the MHOR 1992 risk assessment for the bed environment; product codes NCL-HLDW300 (Woburn) and NCL-HLDU300 (Ultimate).