Bed Length Extension Kit - 200mm Platform Extension for Woburn Profiling Beds.
- Reduces Foot-End Entrapment Risk for Taller Users - the standard Woburn profiling bed platform is 2000mm in length; for users whose height means their feet reach or overhang the end of the platform, the gap between the mattress end and the footboard becomes an entrapment zone where the feet or ankles can become trapped between the mattress edge and the board; the 200mm extension increases the platform to 2200mm, pushing the footboard further from the resident's feet and eliminating the entrapment condition for users up to 2200mm in height; this is the primary safety function of the extension kit alongside the comfort benefit of providing a full-length sleeping surface.
- Includes Extended Platform and Extended Side Rails - the extension kit provides both the extended mattress platform that increases the sleeping surface length and the extended side rails that match the longer platform; the rails must be extended simultaneously with the platform, as standard-length rails on an extended platform leave an uncovered gap at the foot end of the rail coverage zone where the extended platform section is exposed without rail protection; the complete extension system maintains the bed's full lateral safety provision across the extended length.
- Multiple Product Codes for Different Woburn Models - for Woburn and Woburn Low: NCL-HLDW113 (extension platform), NCL-HLDWC111 (extended wooden side rails, set of 4), NCL-HLDWC123 (rail and platform kit with 115mm height), NCL-HLDWC124 (finger, end cap, and bottom stop kit), NCL-HLDWC110 (full-length wooden side rails); for Woburn Ultimate 1200: NCL-HLDU123.12 (base and rail extension pieces); the Woburn Community and Community Low use the same components as the standard Woburn where the model configuration matches.
- Maintains Full Profiling Functionality - MHRA Assessment Required - the extension maintains all profiling functions of the bed including height, backrest, and knee break; the MHRA entrapment assessment must be repeated after extension fitting to confirm the new foot-end dimensions remain within compliance; the mattress used must be confirmed as available and clinically appropriate in the 2200mm extended length; the extension must be documented in the equipment register and the bed safety assessment updated.
Bed Length Extension Kit - 200mm Platform Extension - Foot-End Entrapment Reduction - Multiple Woburn Models
The Bed Length Extension Kit adds 200mm to the Woburn profiling bed platform, increasing the sleeping length to 2200mm for taller users to eliminate the foot-end entrapment zone that arises when a resident's feet reach the mattress end. Each kit includes the extended mattress platform and the extended side rails, which must be fitted together to maintain complete rail coverage at the new platform length. Multiple product codes for Woburn, Woburn Low, Community, Community Low (NCL-HLDW113 and associated components), and Woburn Ultimate 1200 (NCL-HLDU123.12). Full profiling functions maintained.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Extension Length | 200mm (platform increased from 2000mm to 2200mm) |
| NCL-HLDW113 | Extension platform (Woburn, Woburn Low, Community) |
| NCL-HLDWC111 | Extended wooden side rails - set of 4 |
| NCL-HLDWC123 | Side rail and mattress platform extension kit (115mm height) |
| NCL-HLDWC124 | Finger, end cap, and bottom stop kit for full-length wooden side rails |
| NCL-HLDWC110 | Full-length wooden side rails - set of 4 |
| NCL-HLDU123.12 | Ultimate 1200 bed length extension kit (base and rail) |
| Profiling Functions | All functions maintained after extension |
| Compliance | MHRA entrapment assessment required after fitting; equipment register update |
Regulatory Compliance
The Bed Length Extension Kit alters the bed's platform geometry and the associated entrapment zone dimensions; the MHRA bed safety assessment must be repeated after the extension is fitted to confirm the new foot-end and rail dimensions remain within compliance. The mattress used on the extended platform must be confirmed in a 2200mm length from the manufacturer, as a standard 2000mm mattress fitted to a 2200mm platform leaves a 200mm uncovered gap at the foot end that creates a new entrapment zone. Equipment register records must be updated to reflect the extended bed configuration and the MHRA assessment date post-extension for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the foot-end entrapment risk identified, and what height of user requires the extension?
The foot-end entrapment risk arises when the resident's legs are long enough to extend to or beyond the end of the mattress surface, creating a situation where the feet or ankles are in the zone between the mattress end and the footboard. MHRA bed safety guidance identifies the gap between the mattress end and the foot of the bed structure as an entrapment zone when the gap dimensions fall within the hazardous range. The risk assessment for taller residents must check this gap by measuring the distance between the resident's feet position at natural sleep extension and the footboard, and comparing this with the MHRA gap dimension thresholds. While a precise height threshold depends on the individual resident's leg length relative to their total height, users above approximately 1.9m (6ft 3in) are most likely to be at risk on a standard 2000mm platform; the extension to 2200mm accommodates users up to approximately 2.1-2.2m depending on their sleeping position. The occupational therapist should assess the specific resident's extended position on the standard platform before prescribing the extension, rather than relying on height alone as the determining factor.
Why must the side rails also be extended when the platform is extended, and what happens if only the platform is extended without changing the rails?
The side rails of a profiling bed are sized to match the platform length, providing lateral protection along the full mattress surface. When the platform is extended by 200mm, the new foot-end section of the platform extends beyond the coverage area of the standard-length rails, leaving the final 200mm of the platform and mattress exposed without rail protection on either side. This creates a lateral gap at the foot end of the bed where the resident's legs and feet are now positioned without any lateral barrier to prevent rolling over the exposed mattress edge. This is both a falls risk - the uncovered extended section has no rail to prevent the resident from rolling off the mattress at the foot end - and an MHRA compliance issue, as the uncovered section creates a new unassessed lateral safety zone. The complete extension kit including the extended rails must therefore be fitted simultaneously with the platform extension, and the resulting rail configuration must be checked to confirm continuous coverage from the headboard to the new footboard position.
NCL-HLDW113
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- Reduces Foot-End Entrapment Risk for Taller Users - the standard Woburn profiling bed platform is 2000mm in length; for users whose height means their feet reach or overhang the end of the platform, the gap between the mattress end and the footboard becomes an entrapment zone where the feet or ankles can become trapped between the mattress edge and the board; the 200mm extension increases the platform to 2200mm, pushing the footboard further from the resident's feet and eliminating the entrapment condition for users up to 2200mm in height; this is the primary safety function of the extension kit alongside the comfort benefit of providing a full-length sleeping surface.
- Includes Extended Platform and Extended Side Rails - the extension kit provides both the extended mattress platform that increases the sleeping surface length and the extended side rails that match the longer platform; the rails must be extended simultaneously with the platform, as standard-length rails on an extended platform leave an uncovered gap at the foot end of the rail coverage zone where the extended platform section is exposed without rail protection; the complete extension system maintains the bed's full lateral safety provision across the extended length.
- Multiple Product Codes for Different Woburn Models - for Woburn and Woburn Low: NCL-HLDW113 (extension platform), NCL-HLDWC111 (extended wooden side rails, set of 4), NCL-HLDWC123 (rail and platform kit with 115mm height), NCL-HLDWC124 (finger, end cap, and bottom stop kit), NCL-HLDWC110 (full-length wooden side rails); for Woburn Ultimate 1200: NCL-HLDU123.12 (base and rail extension pieces); the Woburn Community and Community Low use the same components as the standard Woburn where the model configuration matches.
- Maintains Full Profiling Functionality - MHRA Assessment Required - the extension maintains all profiling functions of the bed including height, backrest, and knee break; the MHRA entrapment assessment must be repeated after extension fitting to confirm the new foot-end dimensions remain within compliance; the mattress used must be confirmed as available and clinically appropriate in the 2200mm extended length; the extension must be documented in the equipment register and the bed safety assessment updated.