Update:
Before You Select a Hospital Bed Lift, Ask Yourself These 4 Questions
3/25/2022
Hospital beds take up a lot of space, especially when you have a surplus of them. We know vertical storage lifts were made to expand your storage capacity and save valuable floor space, but there’s more to consider than just that. Ask yourself the following questions to ensure you’re making the right choice on your storage needs.
#1 What is the footprint of the lift?
How much floor space are you really saving with the hospital bed lift? It might help to remember that some of the best options have a footprint just a tad bigger than a single hospital bed. It might sound obvious, but every foot really counts when it comes to hospital storage. Consider a lift with a width of 52 ½” and depth of 103”.
#2 Is it easy to use?
Healthcare facilities are run on efficiency, and what use is a hospital bed lift if it is difficult to use? Be sure to do your research on the usability of the lift so that you do not have to worry about taking time away to train staff. Some hospital bed storage lifts are controlled by a single push of a button, which is truly ideal in a hospital setting.
#3 Could it be a fire hazard?
Electric hospital beds can pose a risk for fires, and storing them all in one place can potentially increase that risk. When picking a hospital bed lift, you must consider safety elements such as fire hazards. A product we recommend that takes into account safety is Vidir’s vertical automated Bedlift.
#4 Does it meet JCAHO standards?
Joint Commision Standards, or JCAHO standards, are the basis of an objective evaluation process that can help healthcare organizations measure, assess, and improve performance. Meeting JCAHO standards for the storage of hospital beds is important, and should be considered when selecting a hospital bed lift, otherwise it could risk further fines or the loss of accreditation.
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