Alerta Lomond Low Bed, Walnut Finish, Ultra-Low Profiling, Electric with Trendelenburg
- Ultra-low profiling bed with 20cm minimum height, reducing fall injury risk for patients assessed as high falls risk by minimising the distance between the mattress surface and the floor during overnight care periods.
- Full electric profiling with backrest, knee break, and height adjustment, operated via handset control to support clinical positioning for pressure care, respiratory management, and assisted transfers without manual lifting.
- Trendelenburg and reverse Trendelenburg tilt functions, enabling postural drainage positioning and circulatory management as directed by the attending clinician or physiotherapist.
- 250kg safe working load with LOLER 1998 compliance, requiring six-monthly thorough examination by a competent person in accordance with CQC Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment) requirements for powered bed equipment in registered care settings.
Alerta Lomond Low Bed (Walnut): Ultra-Low Electric Profiling Bed for Falls Prevention
The Alerta Lomond Low Bed in walnut finish is an ultra-low electric profiling bed designed to reduce fall injury risk in care home and hospital environments. With a minimum height of 20cm, the bed positions the mattress surface close to the floor during overnight periods, minimising the impact distance if a patient exits the bed unassisted. Full electric profiling includes backrest elevation, knee break articulation, and overall height adjustment via handset control. Trendelenburg and reverse Trendelenburg tilt functions support clinical positioning for postural drainage and circulatory management. Compatible with alternating pressure mattress systems including the Alerta range.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-LB-LW |
| Bed Type | Ultra-low electric profiling |
| Minimum Height | 20cm (ultra-low for falls prevention) |
| Safe Working Load | 250kg |
| Profiling Functions | Backrest, knee break, height, Trendelenburg |
| Finish | Walnut |
| Control | Electric handset |
| Mattress Compatibility | Standard and alternating pressure systems |
| Application | Care homes, hospitals, nursing environments |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Electric profiling beds with powered adjustment mechanisms fall within the scope of LOLER 1998 (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations), requiring thorough examination by a competent person at intervals not exceeding six months. CQC Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment) requires that bed equipment in registered care settings is maintained, inspected, and appropriate for the assessed needs of each individual. Ultra-low bed positioning is recommended within falls prevention care plans for patients assessed as high risk of bed exit falls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a 20cm ultra-low height important for falls prevention?
Patients who exit the bed unassisted during the night risk injury from the fall distance between the mattress surface and the floor. A standard profiling bed at its lowest height positions the mattress at approximately 40cm. The ultra-low 20cm height halves this fall distance, reducing the severity of impact injuries. NICE and NHS falls prevention guidelines recommend ultra-low bed positioning for patients assessed as high falls risk.
Does this bed require LOLER inspection?
Yes. All profiling beds with powered lifting and adjustment mechanisms require thorough examination by a competent person at intervals not exceeding six months under LOLER 1998. The examination covers all powered functions, castors, braking mechanisms, and side rail attachment points. Records of each examination must be maintained and available for CQC or HSE inspection.
NCL-ALT-LB-LW
3 other products in the same category:
- Ultra-low profiling bed with 20cm minimum height, reducing fall injury risk for patients assessed as high falls risk by minimising the distance between the mattress surface and the floor during overnight care periods.
- Full electric profiling with backrest, knee break, and height adjustment, operated via handset control to support clinical positioning for pressure care, respiratory management, and assisted transfers without manual lifting.
- Trendelenburg and reverse Trendelenburg tilt functions, enabling postural drainage positioning and circulatory management as directed by the attending clinician or physiotherapist.
- 250kg safe working load with LOLER 1998 compliance, requiring six-monthly thorough examination by a competent person in accordance with CQC Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment) requirements for powered bed equipment in registered care settings.