A new hospital trolley that can safely carry a patient weighing up to 320kg (50 stone), enabling healthcare workers to meet guidelines for bariatric handling, has gained CE Mark approval.
The new Bariatric Trolley from Plinth 2000 is designed to reduce unnecessary patient handling and minimise the risk of client or carer injuries.
The Department of Health stated recently that obesity is “one of the biggest health challenges we face”. Almost one in four adults are currently obese.
The Bariatric Trolley is electrically powered for backrest and height elevation, with retractable wheels and an 80cm wide seat. It can be used as a recovery trolley, wheelchair or treatment couch.
The trolley’s 320-kg SWL (safe working load) is an increase of 40% over the standard SWL for hospital trolleys.
The seat is lined with memory foam that helps to prevent pressure sores. The antimicrobial vinyl cover inhibits the growth of E. coli, MRSA and other bacteria, and is certified fire retardant.
The bariatric model comes with a lifetime guarantee on the frame and major parts, with a three-year warranty on electric components.
Plinth 2000 Bariatric Trolley