Overview

The aim of this webinar was to discuss the risk of a catastrophic fire when using powered mattresses and actions that can be taken to mitigate the risk.

Learning objectives

At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

• Articulate the adverse outcomes associated with the development of a Category 4 pressure ulcer
• Recognise human factors which must be considered prior to providing a powered mattress to people who smoke
• Discuss potential intervention strategies and their effectiveness in minimising the risks associated with accidental dwelling fires
• Examine the role of individuals, and agencies, that are in contact with people at risk and how they can be employed to reduce the risk from fire
• Discuss national and international fire standards, and issues that need to be considered when procuring beds, mattresses and cushions

Who should watch?

This webinar is suitable for clinicians who are involved in the care of patients who smoke and require equipment for pressure relief. This is also suitable for people involved in procurement.

Speakers

• Dr Jeannie Donnelly, Lead Nurse Tissue Viability & Honorary Senior Lecturer Belfast Health & Social Care Trust & School of Nursing, Queens University Belfast
• Dr Barend ter Haar, Director BES Healthcare Ltd, Bristol
• Peter Cassidy, Station Commander Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service and Ulster University