Ultimate Lifting Pole - Bed Support Frame for Woburn Ultimate Beds.
- Exclusive to the Woburn Ultimate Profiling Bed Range - the Ultimate Lifting Pole is designed and validated for use with the Woburn Ultimate profiling bed only; it must not be fitted to or used on any other bed model in the Woburn range or on beds from other manufacturers; the attachment mechanism and structural loading are designed for the Woburn Ultimate's specific frame geometry and load distribution; available in 1200mm (NCL-HLDU582) and 1400mm (NCL-HLDU582.14) versions corresponding to the two width options of the Woburn Ultimate.
- Allows Residents to Self-Reposition Without Carer Assistance - the overhead handle gives the resident a fixed grip point above the bed surface that they can pull against to change their position, sit up from lying, or adjust their lateral position in the bed; this self-directed repositioning reduces the frequency of carer-attended manual repositioning turns, which has two clinical benefits: it supports the resident's independence and autonomy at the bedside (CQC Regulation 10), and it reduces the carer's manual handling load per the assessment principles of MHOR 1992 where resident-assisted transfers are considered a lower-risk approach than full carer-assisted lifts.
- 120kg Safe Working Load - Critical Compliance Check - the SWL of 120kg must be verified against the resident's documented weight before the lifting pole is issued; a resident who weighs more than 120kg must not use the lifting pole, as loads above the SWL create a risk of structural failure that could cause the resident to fall during repositioning; this check must be completed at issue and reviewed at each care plan review, as the resident's weight may change over time; the SWL check must be documented in the equipment record.
- Important: Not Compatible with the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper - the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper (ID 207, NCL-HJB002/003) specifies that a lifting pole must not be used in the same bed configuration; if the Specialist bumper is in use, the lifting pole must not be fitted; if the lifting pole is already fitted, the Specialist bumper cannot be used; the care team must resolve this conflict by prioritising the clinical assessment that determines which accessory is more critical for the specific resident's safety needs, and document the rationale.
Ultimate Lifting Pole - Woburn Ultimate Beds Only - 120kg SWL - 1200mm and 1400mm Versions
The Ultimate Lifting Pole provides an overhead grip handle for Woburn Ultimate bed residents to self-reposition without carer assistance, reducing both carer manual handling load per MHOR 1992 and supporting resident independence per CQC Regulation 10. Exclusive to the Woburn Ultimate 1200mm and 1400mm bed widths. SWL 120kg must be verified before issue. Not compatible with the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper. Unit weight 11.9kg. Spare handles available (NCL-HLB680). NCL-HLDU582 (1200mm); NCL-HLDU582.14 (1400mm).
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| NCL-HLDU582 | Ultimate Lifting Pole - 1200mm (Woburn Ultimate 1200mm bed) |
| NCL-HLDU582.14 | Ultimate Lifting Pole - 1400mm (Woburn Ultimate 1400mm bed) |
| Compatibility | Woburn Ultimate profiling beds ONLY |
| Safe Working Load | 120kg - must be verified before issue |
| Unit Weight | 11.9kg |
| Spare Handle | NCL-HLB680 |
| Incompatibility | Must NOT be used with Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper (NCL-HJB002/003) |
| Compliance | MHOR 1992; CQC Regulation 10 (independence and dignity) |
Regulatory Compliance
The Ultimate Lifting Pole supports MHOR 1992 compliance by enabling resident-assisted repositioning, reducing the manual handling load on carers during bed position changes. The SWL of 120kg must be verified against the resident's documented weight before issue and reviewed at each care plan review; use above the SWL is a safety non-compliance that must be avoided. The lifting pole must not be used alongside the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper (NCL-HJB002/003); this incompatibility must be assessed during the bed accessory configuration review and documented in the equipment record. Equipment register records must include the pole product code, the bed model and width, the SWL check date, and the resident's weight at verification for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What manual handling benefit does the lifting pole provide for carers, and when does MHOR 1992 guidance support its use?
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 require employers to assess manual handling risks and reduce them so far as reasonably practicable, including through the use of equipment that enables the person being handled to contribute to their own movement. When a resident can use the lifting pole to assist their repositioning - pulling themselves from a lying to a sitting position, adjusting their lateral position, or assisting a transfer - the carer's active load during the manoeuvre is reduced; in some cases, the resident's contribution may mean the carer moves from an active handler to a supervisor role, significantly reducing the carer's injury risk. MHOR 1992 supports the use of the lifting pole where the resident's cognitive and physical capacity allows them to use the handle reliably and where the equipment is within its SWL. The manual handling risk assessment for each resident must document the resident's ability to use the pole and the specific repositioning scenarios where it reduces carer load; this assessment is separate from the SWL check and must be completed by a competent manual handling assessor before the pole is introduced.
Why can the lifting pole not be used alongside the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper, and what should the care team do if a resident needs both?
The Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper (NCL-HJB002/003, ID 207) is a fully enclosed bed safety system designed for children and small vulnerable adults that eliminates all accessible gaps and entrapment hazards around the sleeping zone. The lifting pole extends vertically from the bed frame and introduces an overhead structure within the enclosed sleeping environment that has not been assessed within the BS EN 50637:2017 certification of the Specialist bumper; a pole within the enclosed zone introduces potential entrapment, ligature, or impact hazards that the Specialist bumper's certification does not address. The instruction not to use the lifting pole with the Specialist bumper is therefore a safety incompatibility at the system level rather than a mechanical interference issue. If a resident appears to need both - for example, a small vulnerable adult who might benefit from both the protected enclosure of the Specialist bumper and some form of repositioning aid - the care team must seek guidance from Harvest Healthcare on whether any validated repositioning aid is compatible with the Specialist bumper configuration, and document the outcome of that consultation in the care record before making any equipment decision.
NCL-HLDU582
- Exclusive to the Woburn Ultimate Profiling Bed Range - the Ultimate Lifting Pole is designed and validated for use with the Woburn Ultimate profiling bed only; it must not be fitted to or used on any other bed model in the Woburn range or on beds from other manufacturers; the attachment mechanism and structural loading are designed for the Woburn Ultimate's specific frame geometry and load distribution; available in 1200mm (NCL-HLDU582) and 1400mm (NCL-HLDU582.14) versions corresponding to the two width options of the Woburn Ultimate.
- Allows Residents to Self-Reposition Without Carer Assistance - the overhead handle gives the resident a fixed grip point above the bed surface that they can pull against to change their position, sit up from lying, or adjust their lateral position in the bed; this self-directed repositioning reduces the frequency of carer-attended manual repositioning turns, which has two clinical benefits: it supports the resident's independence and autonomy at the bedside (CQC Regulation 10), and it reduces the carer's manual handling load per the assessment principles of MHOR 1992 where resident-assisted transfers are considered a lower-risk approach than full carer-assisted lifts.
- 120kg Safe Working Load - Critical Compliance Check - the SWL of 120kg must be verified against the resident's documented weight before the lifting pole is issued; a resident who weighs more than 120kg must not use the lifting pole, as loads above the SWL create a risk of structural failure that could cause the resident to fall during repositioning; this check must be completed at issue and reviewed at each care plan review, as the resident's weight may change over time; the SWL check must be documented in the equipment record.
- Important: Not Compatible with the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper - the Specialist Anti-Entrapment Bumper (ID 207, NCL-HJB002/003) specifies that a lifting pole must not be used in the same bed configuration; if the Specialist bumper is in use, the lifting pole must not be fitted; if the lifting pole is already fitted, the Specialist bumper cannot be used; the care team must resolve this conflict by prioritising the clinical assessment that determines which accessory is more critical for the specific resident's safety needs, and document the rationale.