Patient Slide Sheet for Bed Repositioning and Manual Handling

Low-friction, Washable and Brightly-coloured Slide Sheet for Safer Patient Repositioning

Repositioning a person in bed can be a physically demanding task, often posing a risk of strain or injury to carers. The constant need to lift or adjust can lead to back pain and fatigue, turning a routine part of care into a daily struggle. This process should be safe and comfortable for everyone involved, but without the right equipment, it's often a source of physical stress.

The Patient Slide Sheet for Bed Repositioning and Manual Handling is a simple yet highly effective solution. Made from silicone-coated nylon, it creates a low-friction surface that allows a carer to slide, rather than lift, a person into the desired position. By folding the sheet and placing it underneath the user, the top layer moves effortlessly over the bottom layer, significantly reducing the physical effort required. This not only helps prevent manual handling injuries for the carer but also provides a more gentle and dignified experience for the person being moved.

Why choose this slide sheet?

• Reduces Injury Risk: Minimises the need for strenuous lifting, helping to prevent back and shoulder injuries associated with manual handling.
• Effortless Positioning: The low-friction, silicone-coated nylon fabric allows patients to be moved, turned or transferred with minimal force.
• Hygienic and Reusable: Fully machine washable, ensuring it can be easily cleaned to meet infection control standards for ongoing use.
• Easy to Identify: The bright red colour makes it easy to find in a linen press or on a bed, ensuring you can grab the right tool quickly.

How the Patient Slide Sheet is used day to day

• Moving a person up the bed if they have slipped down.
• Turning a person from their back onto their side for pressure care.
• Assisting with transfers from the bed to a wheelchair or commode.
• Adjusting a person's seated position while they are in bed.
• Making small adjustments for comfort without requiring a full lift.

Fit, setup and suitability

This slide sheet measures 200cm x 145cm, making it suitable for most standard Australian bed sizes. To use, simply fold the sheet in half and place it under the person, ensuring the folded edge is on the opposite side to where you will be moving them. The carer needs to have the ability to gently roll the patient to place the sheet underneath them. It is an essential tool for any home care or professional environment where regular patient repositioning is required.

Patient Slide Sheet features and specifications

• Material: Silicone-coated nylon fabric
• Colour: Red
• Overall Length: 200cm
• Overall Width: 145cm
• Care Instructions: Machine washable

Care and maintenance

To maintain hygiene and performance, the slide sheet is fully machine washable. We recommend washing it regularly as part of your standard linen cycle. Ensure the sheet is completely dry before its next use, as moisture can affect its low-friction properties.