Cotside Bumper - F.R. Foam With Wipe-Clean Vapour-Permeable Cover (134 x 76 cm)
- Vapour-Permeable Cover for Skin Microclimate - the wipe-clean vapour-permeable cover allows moisture vapour to pass from the skin surface through the cover material and dissipate, preventing heat and moisture accumulation at the skin-to-bumper contact point; this directly supports the NICE CG179 principle that materials in contact with skin at risk of pressure injury should maintain the skin microclimate by allowing moisture and heat to escape.
- FR Foam Interior - FR foam padding meets the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 fire safety requirements for soft furnishings in care home and hospital bed environments; the FR foam provides consistent cushioning and impact protection at the bed rail surface while meeting the fire safety specification required in regulated care settings.
- Wipe-Clean for NHS IPC - the vapour-permeable outer cover is also wipe-clean, supporting NHS IPC decontamination between patient uses with an approved surface disinfectant; this combination of vapour permeability and wipe-clean hygiene makes this the preferred specification over the standard wipe-clean version (NCL-CSB) where residents rest limbs against the bumper for extended periods.
- Rail Range 133-205cm - 134x76cm bumper with full-length hook and loop bottom fastening accommodates rail lengths from 133cm to 205cm; the standard wipe-clean version is NCL-CSB; the 183x76cm extended length is NCL-CSFB; this vapour-permeable version is indicated where skin integrity at the rail contact point is a clinical concern alongside infection control requirements.
Cotside Bumper - FR Foam - Wipe-Clean Vapour-Permeable Cover - 134x76cm
The Cotside Bumper (134x76cm, Vapour-Permeable Cover) provides FR foam padded rail protection with a wipe-clean vapour-permeable outer cover that maintains skin microclimate at the bumper contact surface. The vapour permeability prevents moisture and heat accumulation where limbs rest against the bumper, consistent with NICE CG179 tissue viability principles. FR foam meets fire safety requirements. Hook and loop bottom fastening; rails 133-205cm. Standard wipe-clean version is NCL-CSB.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-CSB-PU |
| Dimensions | 134 x 76 cm (53" x 30") |
| Foam | Fire-retardant (FR) |
| Cover | Wipe-clean, vapour-permeable |
| Fastening | Hook and loop along bottom edge |
| Rail Length Range | 133 - 205 cm |
| Standard Cover Version | NCL-CSB (wipe-clean, non-vapour-permeable) |
Regulatory Compliance
NICE CG179 (pressure ulcers: prevention and management) specifies that materials in contact with skin at risk of pressure injury should not trap heat or moisture, as microclimate disruption accelerates skin breakdown; the vapour-permeable cover directly implements this specification for the bumper contact surface. The cover is simultaneously wipe-clean, meeting NHS IPC decontamination requirements. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 fire safety requirement is met by the FR foam interior. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) documentation should confirm the clinical rationale for specifying the vapour-permeable version over the standard wipe-clean version.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should the vapour-permeable cover be chosen over the standard wipe-clean version?
The vapour-permeable version (NCL-CSB-PU) should be specified where residents regularly rest limbs against the bumper for extended periods during sleep or rest, and where the tissue viability nurse or responsible clinician has identified skin microclimate management at the limb contact point as a clinical concern. The standard wipe-clean version (NCL-CSB) is appropriate where routine decontamination is the primary cover requirement and extended limb-to-bumper contact is not identified as a skin integrity risk. The vapour-permeable cover provides both the microclimate benefit and the wipe-clean hygiene requirement; the choice between versions should be documented in the resident's care plan with clinical rationale.
Does the vapour-permeable cover affect the wipe-clean decontamination performance?
No. The vapour-permeable cover maintains a wipe-clean outer surface that can be decontaminated with an NHS IPC-compliant surface disinfectant wipe in the same manner as the standard wipe-clean version. The vapour permeability is a material property that allows moisture vapour to pass from the inner surface to the outer surface; it does not create perforations or pores large enough to affect the wipe-clean decontamination of the outer surface. Confirm the disinfectant used is compatible with vapour-permeable cover materials to avoid material degradation over repeated decontamination cycles.
NCL-CSB-PU
- Vapour-Permeable Cover for Skin Microclimate - the wipe-clean vapour-permeable cover allows moisture vapour to pass from the skin surface through the cover material and dissipate, preventing heat and moisture accumulation at the skin-to-bumper contact point; this directly supports the NICE CG179 principle that materials in contact with skin at risk of pressure injury should maintain the skin microclimate by allowing moisture and heat to escape.
- FR Foam Interior - FR foam padding meets the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 fire safety requirements for soft furnishings in care home and hospital bed environments; the FR foam provides consistent cushioning and impact protection at the bed rail surface while meeting the fire safety specification required in regulated care settings.
- Wipe-Clean for NHS IPC - the vapour-permeable outer cover is also wipe-clean, supporting NHS IPC decontamination between patient uses with an approved surface disinfectant; this combination of vapour permeability and wipe-clean hygiene makes this the preferred specification over the standard wipe-clean version (NCL-CSB) where residents rest limbs against the bumper for extended periods.
- Rail Range 133-205cm - 134x76cm bumper with full-length hook and loop bottom fastening accommodates rail lengths from 133cm to 205cm; the standard wipe-clean version is NCL-CSB; the 183x76cm extended length is NCL-CSFB; this vapour-permeable version is indicated where skin integrity at the rail contact point is a clinical concern alongside infection control requirements.