Contact Pad for Anti-Entrapment Bumper
- Prevents Friction Skin Injury at Mesh Contact Zones - the Contact Pad is placed on the mesh surface of the anti-entrapment bumper at the specific location where a resident with involuntary movements repeatedly contacts the mesh during sleep; repetitive friction between skin and a mesh surface - even a soft fabric mesh - creates cumulative shear stress at the skin contact site that can cause erythema, skin stripping, or superficial tissue injury over multiple hours of night-time contact; the contact pad places a soft, smooth fabric surface between the skin and the mesh, eliminating the mesh-to-skin friction at that site without removing the visual openness and entrapment protection of the mesh panel.
- Hook-and-Loop Fastening for Repositionable Placement - the contact pad uses a hook-and-loop fastening system that attaches securely to the mesh surface and can be repositioned to the specific area of the bumper that the resident most frequently contacts; since involuntary movement patterns differ between residents, the repositionable fastening allows the pad to be placed at the relevant contact zone for the individual rather than in a fixed position that may not align with their specific movement pattern; the occupational therapist or carer should observe the resident's movement during sleep and position the pad at the identified contact site before finalising the placement.
- Machine-Washable Cover for Infection Control - the removable machine-washable cover withstands 80-degree thermal disinfection washing in line with NHS IPC requirements for shared bed accessories; the cover is removed from the foam pad body for laundering and replaced when dry before reinsertion; the contact pad must be included in the routine bed accessory inspection and laundering schedule alongside the anti-entrapment bumper itself.
- For Residents with Involuntary Movements - MHRA Cleaning Guidelines - the contact pad is indicated for residents whose involuntary movement, spasticity, or sleep-related movement patterns place their skin in repeated contact with the anti-entrapment bumper mesh surface; clinical indication must be documented by the occupational therapist or prescribing nurse; MHRA cleaning guidelines apply; product code NCL-HCS140CONTP.
Contact Pad for Anti-Entrapment Bumper - Friction Prevention - Hook-and-Loop Repositionable - 80C Washable
The Contact Pad for Anti-Entrapment Bumper is placed on the mesh surface of the Harvest anti-entrapment bumper to prevent friction skin injury at sites where involuntary movement causes repeated skin contact with the mesh. The hook-and-loop fastening allows repositioning to the specific contact zone for each individual resident. Removable cover machine washable at 80 degrees for NHS IPC compliance. For residents with involuntary movements, spasticity, or nocturnal movement patterns generating mesh contact. Complies with MHRA cleaning guidelines.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Function | Friction prevention between skin and anti-entrapment bumper mesh |
| Fastening | Hook-and-loop - repositionable to specific contact zone |
| Cover | Removable - machine washable at 80 degrees |
| Indication | Residents with involuntary movements, spasticity, or repetitive sleep-related mesh contact |
| Reference | NCL-HCS140CONTP |
| Compliance | MHRA cleaning guidelines; NHS IPC (80-degree wash) |
Regulatory Compliance
The Contact Pad complies with MHRA cleaning guidelines for bed accessories. Its clinical indication must be documented by the occupational therapist or prescribing nurse as part of the resident's bed safety and skin integrity assessment. The pad must be included in the routine bumper inspection and laundering schedule. Equipment register records must include the pad alongside the anti-entrapment bumper specification for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the correct placement position for the contact pad determined, and how is it confirmed?
The contact pad placement is determined by observing where the resident's skin makes the most frequent and sustained contact with the anti-entrapment bumper mesh during their typical night-time movement pattern. The most accurate method is direct observation during the night when the resident's involuntary or sleep-related movements are active; the carer notes which section of the mesh the limb or body contacts most frequently and positions the pad at that location. An alternative indirect method is to examine the mesh surface of the bumper for areas of visible wear, friction marks, or material pile compression that indicate frequent contact points; while this is less precise than direct observation, it provides a retrospective guide to placement. Once positioned, the pad placement should be documented in the care plan with a description of the contact zone so that subsequent carers can confirm the pad is in the correct position after each bed-making or laundering episode. The placement should be reviewed at the resident's regular care plan review, particularly if their movement pattern or spasticity level changes.
Can the contact pad be used on a standard mesh bumper that is not an anti-entrapment bumper?
The contact pad is designed specifically for use with the Harvest Anti-Entrapment Bumper range and uses the hook-and-loop fastening to attach to the mesh surface of that specific product. Whether the pad can attach to the mesh surface of a standard mesh bumper (ID 203) depends on whether the mesh material and surface texture of the standard bumper is compatible with the hook component of the fastening; the anti-entrapment bumper mesh may have a specific texture designed to accept the hook fastening reliably. The care team should assess whether the hook-and-loop fastening achieves a secure grip on the standard bumper mesh surface before relying on the contact pad in that configuration; if the fastening does not hold reliably, the pad may shift during the night and fail to protect the intended contact zone. If the resident requires friction protection on a standard mesh bumper, the prescribing clinician should consult the manufacturer to confirm compatibility before prescribing the contact pad for that use.
NCL-HCS140CONTP
- Prevents Friction Skin Injury at Mesh Contact Zones - the Contact Pad is placed on the mesh surface of the anti-entrapment bumper at the specific location where a resident with involuntary movements repeatedly contacts the mesh during sleep; repetitive friction between skin and a mesh surface - even a soft fabric mesh - creates cumulative shear stress at the skin contact site that can cause erythema, skin stripping, or superficial tissue injury over multiple hours of night-time contact; the contact pad places a soft, smooth fabric surface between the skin and the mesh, eliminating the mesh-to-skin friction at that site without removing the visual openness and entrapment protection of the mesh panel.
- Hook-and-Loop Fastening for Repositionable Placement - the contact pad uses a hook-and-loop fastening system that attaches securely to the mesh surface and can be repositioned to the specific area of the bumper that the resident most frequently contacts; since involuntary movement patterns differ between residents, the repositionable fastening allows the pad to be placed at the relevant contact zone for the individual rather than in a fixed position that may not align with their specific movement pattern; the occupational therapist or carer should observe the resident's movement during sleep and position the pad at the identified contact site before finalising the placement.
- Machine-Washable Cover for Infection Control - the removable machine-washable cover withstands 80-degree thermal disinfection washing in line with NHS IPC requirements for shared bed accessories; the cover is removed from the foam pad body for laundering and replaced when dry before reinsertion; the contact pad must be included in the routine bed accessory inspection and laundering schedule alongside the anti-entrapment bumper itself.
- For Residents with Involuntary Movements - MHRA Cleaning Guidelines - the contact pad is indicated for residents whose involuntary movement, spasticity, or sleep-related movement patterns place their skin in repeated contact with the anti-entrapment bumper mesh surface; clinical indication must be documented by the occupational therapist or prescribing nurse; MHRA cleaning guidelines apply; product code NCL-HCS140CONTP.