NHS Product Evaluation - The Etac 'Clean' (cont)
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust

Good points
• The bedpan is easy to remove
• The bedpan has a good lid
• No tissue viability concerns
• The commode is easy to manoeuvre

Concerns
• The bedpan is not compatible with all types of hospital bedpan washers.
• The seat is uncomfortable.
• The armrest surface is a little too rough.
• The holes in the seat and foot rest are traps for moisture and spilled fluids and are difficult to clean.
• Will the seat cushion and backrest be easy to clean?
• The commode has no lid.
• The arm rest and commode seat appear rough and could cause friction injuries to patients with fragile skin.
• Difficulty was encountered when moving the arm rests.
• Could possibly stain.
• The patient could feel the bedpan being removed.

As discussed in our recent phone conversation, it is my opinion that three design features could be modified in order to make the commode more suitable for use in the acute hospital setting:
• The seat should have some form of lid or cover.
• The seat was uncomfortable.
• The bedpan does not fit all makes of bedpan washer due to its length.

Despite the above comments, your commode was a clear winner in all ergonomic aspects of the trial.

Yours,

Margaret Ward
Manual Handling Co-ordinator