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. 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.

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.

Place Of Manufacture

Canada

Price Guide

Price from Safe Bath Australasia
plus freight

Models

Only one model available

Additional Dimensions

Seat height unavailable
Load capacity 130kg (supplier stated)
Step height from floor 50mm

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

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.