Hospital Portering Chair

The hospital porter's chair boasts a stainless steel frame to ensure it can easily withstand the rigours of continuous and everyday use in any healthcare environment. Due to its stainless steel construction, this hospital porter chair can be used outdoors without fear of rust, and its easy-to-wipe surfaces help reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The Porter Chair is fitted with moulded drop-down armrests that allow side access for patients and helpers and a sliding footplate, which both aids access and supports the feet during transit. Its footplate is made from durable and robust HDPE plastic and can take the full weight of the user without the risk of tipping the chair. This hospital portering chair comes standard with swivelling rear castors, enhancing manoeuvrability and enabling rear steering. It also nests to occupy reduced floor space and encourage tidy storage.

Are the wheels suitable for different floor surfaces?

Indeed, durable, multi-terrain wheels, designed to handle a variety of floor surfaces, typically equip hospital portering chairs. These wheels ensure smooth movement across tiles, linoleum, carpet, and other common hospital flooring types. Some models may feature locking mechanisms for added safety.

How easy is it to manoeuvre through tight spaces?

Hospital portering chairs boast swivel wheels for effortless navigation in tight spaces, enhancing their manoeuvrability. Their compact design and lightweight frames make them simple to steer around corners, through narrow hallways, and in crowded areas.

Is it easy to clean and disinfect the chair?

Yes, materials like stainless steel and medical-grade plastic make hospital portering chairs easy to clean and disinfect. Surfaces like stainless steel and medical-grade plastic resist stains and contaminants, ensuring they meet stringent hygiene standards. Cushions, if included, are often removable or covered with wipeable, antimicrobial materials.

What safety features does it have to prevent falls or injuries?

Hospital portering chairs come with several safety features to prevent falls or injuries, such as:

• Secure brakes on the wheels to prevent unwanted movement.
• We use safety belts or harnesses to keep patients securely seated.
• The chair features ergonomic armrests for added stability when patients sit or stand.
• Anti-tip mechanisms to enhance stability during use.
• Non-slip footrests that provide support and reduce the risk of slipping.

Features and benefits:

• Designed to withstand the demands of all healthcare environments
• Provides safe and secure patient transportation
• Drop-down armrests allow for side transfers
• Swivel rear braked castors enhance manoeuvrability
• Fixed front castors
• Sliding footplate
• Notes and documents holder

Specifications:

• Push handle height: 1040mm (41")
• Porter chair length: 865mm (34")
• Porter chair width: 600mm (23.5")
• Seat height: 540mm (21.25")
• Seat width: 540mm (21.25")
• Seat depth: 410mm (16")
• Backrest height: 480mm (18.75")
• Maximum user weight: 300 kgs (47.25 stone)