Short Description

A walk in bath tub with a spa, designed for healthcare facility use. It features an outward opening door, an emergency drain and a heated seat. Controls are within easy reach of user.

Method Of Use

When bath door is open, the user steps into the bath. The door automatically seals when closed. Bath is filled to desired temperature and level by the user or attendant. To exit the bath, the water first needs to be drained from the bath, prior to the door being opened.

Models

Only one model available

More Details

. Made of durable marine grade gel coat fibreglass
. 12 jet San Air System - prohibits contaminated water from entering the whirlpool system.
. Multiple jets - 12 jets to provide more therapeutic value
. Hot Air Purge - removes moisture at the whirlpool tip jets
. Security Latch and grab bar in the door - Eliminates accidental opening of the door and grab bar stabilises the user when entering or exiting
. Heated seat - provides a warm surface upon entering
. Outward swing door and emergency drain - allows for a smaller tub, uses 50% less water. Outward swing doors allow for emergency exit.
. Easy to reach controls - no reaching or stretching and less strain for the caregiver.
. Scald free pressure balanced faucet (tap) - water remains at constant temperature, eliminating accidental scalding

APPLICATION
A walk in bathtub, designed for the large percentage of clients in healthcare facility settings who are being bathed in lift tubs but could access a walk in bathtub if one were available.

BENEFITS
For the Facility
Reduced drain and fill time as opposed to healthcare facility lift tubs, allowing more baths per day per unit.
Requires very little space.
Environmentally friendly, uses 50% less water than a lift tub.
Economically viable - is less expensive than a lift tub and uses less sanitizing chemcial in operation.
Ability to use an optional lift provides versatility and adaptablilty to changing needs.

For the Client
San-Air Whirlpool System eliminates the risk of bacteria (psuedomonas) found in regular whirlpool systems.
Easy access for the client, promotes independence.
Provides a safe, comfortable, friendly environment.
Multiple jets provide therapeutic relief.
Clients love the privacy provided by the height of the tub which obscures the caregiver's line of sight.

For the Caregiver
Significantly lowers the risk of caregiver related injuries.
Clients as well as all operating components are within easy reach at all times.
Outward swing door makes emergency access possible.
Minimal or no lifting at all required if the client is ambulatory.

Considerations For Use
. Suitable for ambulant users. Can be used with an over track hoist. Not wheelchair accessible.
. After entering the bath, the user needs to wait for bath to fill with water. The water has to be drained out of the bath before the door can be opened to exit the bath.

Certification
Safety Bath Inc. has CSA (Canadian Standards Association) and ANSI(American National Standards Institute)/UL(Underwriters Laboratories) approval on the bathtubs and on all the components of the bathtub.

Installation

. Requires professional installation by a plumber and an electrician.
In public buildings, fitted baths and showers must be installed in accordance with AS1428: Part 1.

Standards

Specific Australian Standards or other Standard(s) may be applicable for materials, manufacturing processes, or installation of some types of equipment. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specific Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of this item as to its compliance with relevant Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture

Canada