Head or Foot Board Protectors (100 cm)
- Targeted Head and Foot Board Padding - designed to cushion the exposed area at the head or foot end of the bed where full-length side bumpers do not reach; the 100cm length provides coverage at the bed head or foot board positions, completing the bedside impact protection when used alongside full-length side rail bumpers to achieve circumferential bed safety coverage.
- Tapered for Side Rail Tracking - gently tapered profile accommodates the side rail tracking hardware at the head and foot positions of profiling beds, allowing the protector to sit flush against the headboard or footboard without being obstructed by the rail mechanism; this tapering is what distinguishes it from a standard flat pad and allows correct positioning in the rail tracking area.
- Standard Foam with Wipe-Clean Cover - standard foam interior provides cushioning at the head and foot board surfaces; wipe-clean durable cover supports NHS IPC decontamination between patient uses; sold individually so one or two can be specified depending on whether head and foot board protection or head board only is required.
- CQC Regulation 12 Bed Safety - the head and foot board positions are identified as impact and entrapment risk zones in MHRA guidance where the resident's head, hands, or feet may contact the exposed board surface; the board protector directly addresses this risk as part of a complete bed safety programme alongside full-length side bumpers; machine washable version is NCL-MWBHF.
Head or Foot Board Protector - 100cm - Standard Foam - Wipe-Clean
The Head or Foot Board Protector (100cm, Standard Foam, Wipe-Clean) cushions the exposed head and foot board areas of profiling beds, completing the impact protection achieved by full-length side rail bumpers. Gently tapered profile accommodates side rail tracking hardware. Wipe-clean durable cover for NHS IPC decontamination. Sold individually. Machine washable version is NCL-MWBHF.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-HFSTD |
| Length | 100 cm |
| Foam | Standard foam |
| Cover | Wipe-clean |
| Profile | Tapered for side rail tracking |
| Sold | Individually |
| Washable Version | NCL-MWBHF (machine washable) |
Regulatory Compliance
MHRA guidance on bed rail safety identifies head and foot board impact and entrapment as risk zones in profiling bed configurations, particularly where the resident's head or limbs can contact the exposed board surface during sleep or movement. The board protector addresses this zone as part of a complete bed safety programme. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) documentation should note the head and foot board risk assessment findings and the protector specification alongside the side bumper documentation. Sold individually; the bed rail risk assessment should confirm whether one or two protectors are required for the specific bed configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the head or foot board protector positioned alongside side bumpers?
The board protector is fitted at the head or foot end of the bed, covering the exposed board surface between the two side bumpers. The tapered ends of the protector accommodate the rail tracking hardware at the corners where the side rails meet the head or foot board, allowing the protector to sit flush against the board surface. Confirm that the protector covers the full exposed area of the board between the side bumper ends at both corners before use. Where side bumpers with closed ends are in use, check that the closed ends and the board protector together provide continuous coverage across the corner transitions.
Is one or two protectors required for a standard profiling bed?
The bed rail risk assessment should determine how many protectors are needed. Where the assessment identifies both the head board and the foot board as impact risk zones for the individual resident, two protectors should be specified - one for each end. Where only the headboard is identified as a risk, one protector is appropriate. Some residents may only require headboard protection if their movement during sleep does not bring limbs or the head into contact with the foot board. Sold individually to allow flexible specification based on the individual risk assessment findings.
NCL-HFSTD
Viewed products
- Targeted Head and Foot Board Padding - designed to cushion the exposed area at the head or foot end of the bed where full-length side bumpers do not reach; the 100cm length provides coverage at the bed head or foot board positions, completing the bedside impact protection when used alongside full-length side rail bumpers to achieve circumferential bed safety coverage.
- Tapered for Side Rail Tracking - gently tapered profile accommodates the side rail tracking hardware at the head and foot positions of profiling beds, allowing the protector to sit flush against the headboard or footboard without being obstructed by the rail mechanism; this tapering is what distinguishes it from a standard flat pad and allows correct positioning in the rail tracking area.
- Standard Foam with Wipe-Clean Cover - standard foam interior provides cushioning at the head and foot board surfaces; wipe-clean durable cover supports NHS IPC decontamination between patient uses; sold individually so one or two can be specified depending on whether head and foot board protection or head board only is required.
- CQC Regulation 12 Bed Safety - the head and foot board positions are identified as impact and entrapment risk zones in MHRA guidance where the resident's head, hands, or feet may contact the exposed board surface; the board protector directly addresses this risk as part of a complete bed safety programme alongside full-length side bumpers; machine washable version is NCL-MWBHF.