Mattress Infill/Extension with Straps
- Head or Foot Gap Filler for Profiling Beds - designed to fill the gap that appears at the head or foot of a profiling bed when the resident requires an extended sleeping surface; the infill bridges the gap between the mattress end and the bed frame, providing a smooth, supported continuation of the sleep surface without a step or gap that could present a pressure care or safety concern.
- Standard-Grade Foam with PU Fabric Cover - standard-grade mattress foam provides support at the extension point; the stitched two-way stretch polyurethane fabric cover provides infection control compatibility; the cover is removable for washing, supporting NHS IPC hygiene management between patient uses in care home and hospital environments.
- Two Quick-Release Buckle Straps - two 25mm straps with quick-release buckles secure the infill extension to the mattress or bed frame, preventing movement during use; the quick-release mechanism allows rapid detachment for cover washing or when the infill is no longer required, without requiring tools or disrupting the bed setup.
- Dimensions and Safety - 880mm (L) x 180mm (W) x 150mm (H); the infill dimensions fill the gap at the head or foot end of the profiling bed; the covered foam construction prevents the resident from contacting the hard bed frame surface at the gap position, addressing the impact and entrapment risk at the mattress end per CQC Regulation 12 (safe care).
Mattress Infill Extension with Straps - 880x180x150mm - Profiling Beds
The Mattress Infill Extension (NCL-IF881815-S) fills the gap at the head or foot of a profiling bed when an extended sleeping surface is required. Standard-grade foam; two-way stretch PU fabric removable cover; two 25mm quick-release buckle straps. 880mm x 180mm x 150mm. Suitable for care homes, hospitals, and homecare.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-IF881815-S |
| Dimensions | 880 x 180 x 150 mm |
| Foam | Standard-grade mattress foam |
| Cover | Stitched two-way stretch PU fabric; removable |
| Securing | Two 25mm straps with quick-release buckles |
| Settings | Care homes; hospitals; homecare |
Regulatory Compliance
MHRA guidance on bed safety identifies gaps at the mattress ends as potential entrapment and impact risk zones; the mattress infill directly addresses these zones by filling the head or foot gap with a foam-filled extension. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) requires that bed configurations do not expose residents to unnecessary risk; a mattress end gap that allows the resident's head, hands, or feet to contact the hard bed frame surface is a safety concern that the infill addresses. The removable, washable PU cover supports NHS IPC decontamination requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is a mattress infill extension required on a profiling bed?
A mattress infill extension is required when the profiling bed frame is longer than the mattress, creating a gap at the head or foot end of the bed surface. This commonly occurs when a taller resident requires a bed frame extended to its maximum length, when a mattress is shorter than its specified size due to wear, or when a different-specification mattress is temporarily used on a bed frame with which it is not precisely matched. The infill should be specified where the gap is large enough that the resident's head, hands, or feet could contact the hard bed frame surface or pass through the gap during sleep or movement.
How do the straps secure the infill to prevent movement during use?
The two 25mm straps loop around the mattress or bed frame at the head or foot end and fasten with quick-release buckles, holding the infill in contact with the mattress end surface. The strap positioning should prevent the infill from sliding away from the mattress during patient movement, maintaining the gap-filled surface throughout the night. Check strap tension at each care episode and confirm the infill remains correctly positioned against the mattress end; a displaced infill that has slid away from the mattress end would recreate the gap it was installed to prevent.
NCL-IF881815-S
- Head or Foot Gap Filler for Profiling Beds - designed to fill the gap that appears at the head or foot of a profiling bed when the resident requires an extended sleeping surface; the infill bridges the gap between the mattress end and the bed frame, providing a smooth, supported continuation of the sleep surface without a step or gap that could present a pressure care or safety concern.
- Standard-Grade Foam with PU Fabric Cover - standard-grade mattress foam provides support at the extension point; the stitched two-way stretch polyurethane fabric cover provides infection control compatibility; the cover is removable for washing, supporting NHS IPC hygiene management between patient uses in care home and hospital environments.
- Two Quick-Release Buckle Straps - two 25mm straps with quick-release buckles secure the infill extension to the mattress or bed frame, preventing movement during use; the quick-release mechanism allows rapid detachment for cover washing or when the infill is no longer required, without requiring tools or disrupting the bed setup.
- Dimensions and Safety - 880mm (L) x 180mm (W) x 150mm (H); the infill dimensions fill the gap at the head or foot end of the profiling bed; the covered foam construction prevents the resident from contacting the hard bed frame surface at the gap position, addressing the impact and entrapment risk at the mattress end per CQC Regulation 12 (safe care).