Patient Information

Free Standing Toilet Frame

https://kingstonhospital.nhs.uk/information/free-standing-toilet-frame

What is a free standing toilet frame for?

This leaflet is for patients who have been assessed as needing free standing toilet frame to improve independence in the home. It is also for the families, carers and professionals supporting you.

A free standing toilet frame helps you to get on and off the toilet more easily.

Maximum weight limit

180 kg (or 28 stones 5 lbs)

When should you not use a free standing toilet frame?

Do not use a free standing toilet frame if:

you have not been assessed as needing one
you are weak on one side or lean heavily to one side as the frame may tip over
you need to be moved into place and cannot sit on the toilet seat independently
there is uneven or weak flooring
your arms or upper body are weak
the legs of the toilet frame will create a trip hazard
there is not enough space or if the toilet piping makes its use unsafe.

How to set up a free standing toilet frame

When you first receive the equipment; check that it is not damaged, that all 4 leg clips are intact and the ferrules (rubber feet) of the equipment are fitted correctly.
Ensure the crossbar is placed at the front of toilet bowl and not behind it.
Height should be adjusted correctly by changing height of legs. The frame should sit approximately at elbow height.
Ensure the user can sit with feet flat on the floor with hips at 90°.
Ensure all four feet of the frame are flat on the floor.
Ensure there are four ferrules and that they are not worn down. And ensure four clips are correctly in place.

How to collect your free standing toilet frame or request a repair for a broken frame

Each borough’s provider and phone number is listed in the Contacts section below.

Contacts

Kingston - Medequip	0208 154 2922
Merton - Uniquis	0208 664 8860
Richmond - NRS	0300 100 0253
Surrey - Millbrook	0208 750 1580
Wandsworth - NRS	0300 100 0253

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Email: khft.pals@nhs.net

Phone: 020 8934 3993 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm)

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