

Before Caring for a Bed Occupant
1. Make sure you have done your own risk assessment and that the products being used are appropriate.
2. Or follow the care plan from someone who has done a risk assessment
3. Check all equipment for any signs of wear and tear prior to use.
Bed Rails: Management and Safe Use
This publication has been updated to reflect changes in devices and practices, as well as information gained from the investigation of adverse incidents.
This document is aimed at all users, carers and staff with responsibility for the provision, prescription, use, maintenance and fitting of bed rails.
Health & Safety in Care Homes: Safe Use of Bed Rails
This guidance is intended to help those providing and managing care homes – to give them a better understanding of the real risks and how to manage them effectively. Please see Chapter 5 of the PDF.

As a global supplier of healthcare textiles for over 40 years, MIP provides comfort and efficiency for the healthcare community, but most importantly, for its people. It’s all part of our core belief that real, vital impact stems from the seamless integration of both the scientific side of healing and the human side of providing care.