Alerta Washable Linen Bag, Tough Polyester, Waterproof, Machine Washable
- Five Colour-Coded Options - White (NCL-ALT-LYB/W), Blue (/B), Yellow (/Y), Green (/G) and Red (/R); colour coding supports NHS IPC-compliant linen segregation to separate clean, soiled and infected linen streams in care home and hospital laundry workflows.
- Machine Washable at 60-70C - thermal disinfection consistent with NHS Laundry Guidance and HTM 01-04 (Laundry Management in Healthcare Premises) for soiled and foul linen decontamination; machine dryable on low heat only.
- Durable Waterproof Polyester - heavy-duty drawcord and toggle for secure attachment to Alerta laundry carts; waterproof material prevents fluid penetration from soiled linen onto cart and handling surfaces.
- NHS IPC and CQC Regulation 12 - colour-coded linen segregation is an NHS IPC standard requirement; compliant washable bags support the infection control governance requirements of CQC Regulation 12 Safe Care and Treatment.
Alerta Washable Linen Bag - Colour-Coded, Waterproof, Machine Washable at 60-70C
The Alerta Washable Linen Bag range provides colour-coded, waterproof laundry collection bags for care homes, hospitals and medical settings where NHS IPC-compliant linen segregation is required. Durable polyester construction with a waterproof barrier prevents fluid from soiled linen penetrating to the bag exterior. The heavy-duty drawcord and toggle system secures the bag to Alerta laundry carts during collection and transport. Machine washable at 60-70°C, the bags are thermally disinfected between uses at the temperature range specified in NHS Laundry Guidance and HTM 01-04 for soiled and foul linen handling. Five colour options support colour-coded segregation protocols.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Durable waterproof polyester |
| Fastening | Heavy-duty drawcord with toggle |
| Washing | Machine washable 60-70°C |
| Drying | Machine dryable, low heat only |
| Cart Compatibility | Alerta laundry cart range (NCL-ALT-LYC series) |
| White | NCL-ALT-LYB/W |
| Blue | NCL-ALT-LYB/B |
| Yellow | NCL-ALT-LYB/Y |
| Green | NCL-ALT-LYB/G |
| Red | NCL-ALT-LYB/R |
Regulatory Compliance
The Alerta Washable Linen Bag range supports NHS IPC standards and HTM 01-04 (Laundry Management in Healthcare Premises), which specifies colour-coded bags for segregating linen streams: white for clean linen, red for infected linen from patients with MRSA, C. difficile or other alert organisms, and other colours for different soil categories as defined in local IPC policy. Machine washability at 60-70°C meets the thermal disinfection temperature range for soiled and foul linen under HTM 01-04. CQC Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment) requires that infection control practices including linen handling meet national standards. CQC Regulation 17 (Good Governance) supports the use of standardised, documented linen management protocols of which colour-coded bag systems form a key component.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which colour bag should be used for which linen type?
HTM 01-04 and NHS IPC guidance specify colour coding for linen segregation: white bags for used non-infected linen; red bags for infected linen from patients with known or suspected infection (MRSA, C. difficile and other alert organisms requiring enhanced decontamination). Care homes and hospitals should implement colour coding in line with their local IPC policy and HTM 01-04. Confirm the colour assignment scheme with the Infection Prevention and Control team before implementation, as local policy takes precedence.
Do the bags need to be washed before first use?
It is good practice to wash the bags at 60-70°C before first use to confirm wash process compatibility and remove any manufacturing residues. After first use, bags should be washed between each use at 60-70°C per HTM 01-04 guidance. Machine dry on low heat only; high heat may affect the waterproof coating integrity. Inspect after each wash for surface damage, drawcord integrity and toggle function before returning to use.
Part of our specialist Patient Comfort and Care range. Continence and laundry products support dignity and hygiene management for care home residents and home care clients across the UK.
NCL-ALT-LYB/B
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- Five Colour-Coded Options - White (NCL-ALT-LYB/W), Blue (/B), Yellow (/Y), Green (/G) and Red (/R); colour coding supports NHS IPC-compliant linen segregation to separate clean, soiled and infected linen streams in care home and hospital laundry workflows.
- Machine Washable at 60-70C - thermal disinfection consistent with NHS Laundry Guidance and HTM 01-04 (Laundry Management in Healthcare Premises) for soiled and foul linen decontamination; machine dryable on low heat only.
- Durable Waterproof Polyester - heavy-duty drawcord and toggle for secure attachment to Alerta laundry carts; waterproof material prevents fluid penetration from soiled linen onto cart and handling surfaces.
- NHS IPC and CQC Regulation 12 - colour-coded linen segregation is an NHS IPC standard requirement; compliant washable bags support the infection control governance requirements of CQC Regulation 12 Safe Care and Treatment.