Plus Size Shower Commode - adjustable bariatric support for toileting and assisted showering.
- Swing-Away Detachable Arms for Lateral Transfer Access - the armrests swing away from the seat and detach completely, creating an unobstructed approach to the seat from the side for lateral transfer from a bed, hoist, or other surface; for a bariatric resident who requires a side approach to the commode for transfer, removing a standard fixed armrest requires the transfer to be managed over or around the armrest structure, which is physically challenging and potentially unsafe at this weight range; the swing-away detachable design eliminates this barrier and allows the transfer team to use the safest lateral approach without constraint.
- Reversible Seat for Front or Rear Hygiene Access - the reversible seat can be oriented to provide hygiene access from the front of the commode (the typical access direction when the commode is used as a shower commode with the carer working at the front) or from the rear (typically used when the commode is positioned over a standard toilet pan); the reversible design allows a single seat to serve both forward-access and rear-access clinical scenarios without requiring a separate seat variant; the seat aperture position relative to the toilet pan must be confirmed correct for the specific toilet model before the commode is positioned for use.
- Fits Standard Doorways - Four 125mm Braked Castors - the external frame dimensions at 585 x 670mm allow the commode to pass through standard UK doorways (typically 750-900mm clear opening), which is a critical design constraint for bariatric equipment that can be very wide at the seat and frame level; all four 125mm castors are individually braked; the larger 125mm castor diameter provides easier rolling over floor transitions and raised door thresholds than smaller castors, which is relevant for bariatric equipment where the total weight requires more force to overcome resistance at transitions.
- 254kg SWL - Heavy-Gauge Steel - Clip-On Footplates - NCL-HMC106M - SWL 254kg (40 stone); overall dimensions 585 x 670 x 980mm; clip-on swing-away footplates; heavy-gauge steel frame for long-term bariatric use; product code NCL-HMC106M.
Plus Size Shower Commode - 254kg SWL - Swing-Away Arms - Reversible Seat - Standard Doorway Width
The Plus Size Shower Commode provides bariatric shower and toileting support for up to 254kg with swing-away detachable armrests for lateral transfer access, a reversible seat for front or rear hygiene access, four 125mm braked castors, and standard doorway-compatible dimensions (585 x 670 x 980mm). Clip-on swing-away footplates. Heavy-gauge steel frame. NCL-HMC106M.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Maximum User Weight | 254kg (40 stone) |
| Overall Dimensions | 585mm (W) x 670mm (L) x 980mm (H) |
| Armrests | Swing-away and fully detachable |
| Seat | Reversible - front or rear hygiene access |
| Castors | 4 x 125mm - individually braked |
| Footplates | Clip-on swing-away |
| Doorway Compatibility | Fits standard UK doorways |
| Frame | Heavy-gauge steel |
| Reference | NCL-HMC106M |
Regulatory Compliance
The Plus Size Shower Commode is a medical device. The 254kg SWL must be confirmed against the resident's weight. Armrests must be confirmed fully attached and locked before the resident sits; a partially attached armrest will fail under lateral load. Where the reversible seat is repositioned, the aperture alignment with the toilet pan must be confirmed before use. All four castors must be confirmed braked before the resident transfers onto or off the commode. PUWER 1998 requires staff to be trained in armrest detachment, seat reversal, and castor management. CQC Regulation 12 compliance requires equipment records documenting the product code and the resident's weight against the SWL.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does reversible seat mean and how is the seat repositioned for front or rear hygiene access?
A reversible seat has a seat opening or aperture that can be oriented in two directions relative to the commode frame: for front access, the seat aperture faces the front of the commode (the side the carer typically approaches from during a shower session), allowing the carer to access the perineal area from the front; for rear access, the aperture faces the back of the commode, so when the commode is positioned over a toilet pan with the resident seated facing away from the cistern, the aperture aligns with the toilet opening from above. To reverse the seat, the seat attachment mechanism (typically locking screws, clips, or a retention bracket) is released, the seat is lifted clear of the commode frame, rotated 180 degrees, and replaced in the reversed orientation before the retention mechanism is re-engaged. After repositioning, the fit of the seat on the frame must be confirmed as secure and the aperture must be visually confirmed at the correct orientation before the resident sits. The seat must not be reversed with a resident seated on it; the reversal is performed with the commode empty and confirmed complete before the resident transfers onto the commode.
Why do bariatric commodes need to be specifically assessed for standard doorway compatibility?
Bariatric equipment tends to be wider than standard products to accommodate larger body widths, and the frame width of a bariatric commode may exceed standard equipment dimensions by 100-200mm. In a care home environment, this extra width matters because: doorways between rooms (bedroom to bathroom, corridor to treatment room) have a fixed clear opening width - typically 750-900mm for standard care home doorways; a commode wider than the clear doorway opening cannot pass through without risk of frame contact with the door surround, which may damage the door frame, scratch the commode frame, or create a sudden stop during movement that could destabilise a seated resident. The Plus Size Shower Commode's 585mm frame width leaves a 165-315mm clearance within a standard 750-900mm doorway, which is sufficient for safe transit with the resident seated and with a carer on each side. However, where doorways are narrower than standard (common in older care home buildings), the specific doorway widths on the resident's route between bedroom and bathroom must be measured before the commode is procured, and the commode dimensions confirmed compatible with the narrowest doorway on the intended route.
NCL-HMC106M
- Swing-Away Detachable Arms for Lateral Transfer Access - the armrests swing away from the seat and detach completely, creating an unobstructed approach to the seat from the side for lateral transfer from a bed, hoist, or other surface; for a bariatric resident who requires a side approach to the commode for transfer, removing a standard fixed armrest requires the transfer to be managed over or around the armrest structure, which is physically challenging and potentially unsafe at this weight range; the swing-away detachable design eliminates this barrier and allows the transfer team to use the safest lateral approach without constraint.
- Reversible Seat for Front or Rear Hygiene Access - the reversible seat can be oriented to provide hygiene access from the front of the commode (the typical access direction when the commode is used as a shower commode with the carer working at the front) or from the rear (typically used when the commode is positioned over a standard toilet pan); the reversible design allows a single seat to serve both forward-access and rear-access clinical scenarios without requiring a separate seat variant; the seat aperture position relative to the toilet pan must be confirmed correct for the specific toilet model before the commode is positioned for use.
- Fits Standard Doorways - Four 125mm Braked Castors - the external frame dimensions at 585 x 670mm allow the commode to pass through standard UK doorways (typically 750-900mm clear opening), which is a critical design constraint for bariatric equipment that can be very wide at the seat and frame level; all four 125mm castors are individually braked; the larger 125mm castor diameter provides easier rolling over floor transitions and raised door thresholds than smaller castors, which is relevant for bariatric equipment where the total weight requires more force to overcome resistance at transitions.
- 254kg SWL - Heavy-Gauge Steel - Clip-On Footplates - NCL-HMC106M - SWL 254kg (40 stone); overall dimensions 585 x 670 x 980mm; clip-on swing-away footplates; heavy-gauge steel frame for long-term bariatric use; product code NCL-HMC106M.