5 Frequently Asked Questions when buying Incontinence Products

Q  What is the difference between night time and day time incontinence products?

A - Day time incontinence products tend to be blue or light in colour packets while night time products are in a purple, green or darker colour to indicate the difference in products but really the night time Incontinence products tend to be more absorbent to allow less frequent changing.

You can find all types of day and night incontinence products when shopping for pads, nappies and pull-ups.

Q  How can I tell absorbency of incontinence products?

A - This can differ between manufacturers as some will indicate an absorbency level in ML were as some adopt a tear drop system, when choosing incontinence pads there may be some trial and error when finding the right one for you. Some sites will offer free samples of Incontinence pads as well as help and advice, don’t be shy we've heard it all.

Q - How often should I change a disposable pad?
A - A disposable pad, once wet can be kept on for about 4 hours. With a bed patient, pads have a wetness indicator that will tell the amount of liquid absorbed. Change as needed.

Q - What do you recommend for really heavy incontinence?
A - Two types of pad. DisposableShaped Pads with leg barriers to prevent leakage. Also A diaper with high absorbency and leg barriers. This is like an adult nappy. It has velcro style tabs for easy putting on and taking off and holding the pad very securely in place. The pad always feels dry and has built in de-odouriser for freshness. This is the ultimate in protection. For really heavy incontinence it may be worth issuing a small pad as well as a diaper, these are known as booster pads.

Q What size is best for me?

A - As a guide manufactures will often stick to small, medium, large and x-Large, however this can differ slightly, to help we have size chart that will assist you in choosing the right product. Currently we only have sizes for Attends, Indas and Lille products however I will look to incorporate further manufactures as we go.

To view our selection of incontinence products visit www.bmsupplies.co.uk

Cheap Incontinence Products On-line

So we have our first mini site up and running now and we are looking to already expand our full range of incontinence Products.

Currently we a have a great selection of Adult Diapers, Adult Pull ups and Inco pads however we have added a selection of these types of products for children and babies at some of the lowest prices around.

Over the coming months we will be able to expand our range even further to incorporate tons of related products like wipes, bedding  and more, all designed to allow you to care from home a lot easily.

With all this online with a fast delivery service, you will be glad you visited our On-line Incontinence Shop

Northwest Incontinence Products

Some of you may be aware that our old website has disappeared and has been replaced by a shiny new one!!!

That doesn't mean we have sacrificed any of our products or services across the northwest we've just had a look at the way our site has been organised and re-jiggled it about.

We have split our site into smaller bite sized websites to help shoppers by on line and it means we can keep all of our blog information and guides.

For example of you wanted to find our selection of incontinence products on line you could visit www.bmsupplies.co.uk or if you wanted products relating to hospital beds and nursing home furniture just simple visit http://www.bmsupplies.co.uk/Care-Profiling-Beds-NorthWest .

Don’t worry if you are having problems finding our old range just visit the main page at www.bmsupplies.co.uk and we should have a list of our mini sites here or email us at orders@bmsupplies.co.uk

How do I claim back vat paid on a mobility product?

How do I claim back vat paid on a mobility product?

One of the common questions we are asked is “How do i claim back vat paid on a mobility product?”

For those living within the European Union you may already be familiar with paying VAT for items however one thing you may not be aware of is that some products are VAT exempt and people may be eligible to pay for products with VAT relief or claim the VAT back.

Not everything is eligible for VAT relief however as a rule disabled or infirm individuals are able to buy items that have been specifically designed for the disabled or have been adapted for a disabled person.

Examples of products that qualify for VAT exemption are:

• Walking aids
• Mobility Scooters
• Patient Hoists
• Air Mattresses for Pressure Relief
• Profiling Beds

There are also a number of services that qualify for VAT exemption including repair or maintenance to the products above and any alterations within building that feature adoptions for disabled people.

How to claim...

Most web stores tend you have a VAT relief declaration form that is required to be filled in before ordering allowing goods to be purchase excluding vat and this also means that you don’t have to claim this back from the government.

If you are thinking of ordering goods and need a bit of advice on how to purchase excluding VAT please feel free to call us today on 01704 553 773 and we will be happy offer you guidance.

Benefits of Incontinence Pads

Spotted this online today and thought I would share it, I’ve included the original website details I’ve taken it from below and would certainly recommend you have a look at some of the other articles on there.
Top 7 Benefits of Incontinence Pads

1. Incontinence Pads have high levels of leaked urine Absorbency:

No other known product can absorb urine like these pads. It's no secret that these pads are suitable for most urinary incontinence patients because they come in a variety of absorbent powers. The pad keeps you dry and comfortable due to this factor.

2. These pads come in different unique Sizes

The manufacturers don't produce a uniform or common size making these products widely available to anybody who needs them regardless of their body size, height or width. There is no 'one size fit all' Incontinence diapers and this makes these pads readily available to anyone who needs them because you will find a size that is suitable for you easily.

3. Incontinence Pads are not Bulky:

These pads are made of small impermeable multi-layered sheet with high absorbent powers. These pads are very small in size making them very convenient and discreet because nobody can notice that you are using them.

4. These pads allow you to carry on with your normal Duties:

Incontinence diapers allow you to undertake your normal activities without worrying about your condition. The pads absorb all the leaking urine and bid it beautifully leaving you dry and comfortable.

5. Incontinence Pads have odour control Capabilities:

Urine produces a bad odour that makes people around you uncomfortable. Nobody would want to keep you company because of the bad odour. The advantage of using these designer pads is that they come with odour management mechanism. Nobody will ever notice that you have this problem because the bad smell is taken care of by a designer fragrance.

6. These pads are Economical:

You have the choice of reusable or disposable pads. Reusable Incontinence pads can be washed and dried just like you do with your clothes. Disposable pads are suitable for people working in an office because you can carry fresh supplies to change every time the need arise while at the office. They don't smell so nobody will ever notice. The good thing about these very useful pads is that they aren't expensive.

7. Incontinence Diapers can be used by both Males and Females:

Incontinence Pads can be used by both men and women making them very useful health products. You can order for fresh incontinence diapers through the internet to avoid embarrassment that come with shopping for this kind of product if you are the shy type. These pads are readily available on the internet and offline shops.

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Regular testing of Patient Slings

Recently a Liverpool Nursing Home was fined over £18,000 after an elderly fell from a faulty sling during the use of a patient sling, the home was also ordered to pay £13,876 towards the cost of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecution, in addition to the fine.
The investigating inspector at HSE, said:

“There should have been regular checks of the sling and it should have been thoroughly examined at least once every six months. Sadly this did not happen.”

(the full news article can be viewed at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-12212215)

So this begs us to ask the question, are nursing and care homes regularly testing their patient slings?B&M Supplieswww.bmsupplies.co.uk now offer range solutions to ensure your home is protected and regularly tested against HSE guidelines. The regular testing of your patient hoist on a 6 monthly basis should already form a part of your safety guidelines however there is a still a grey area surrounding whether your slings should be periodically inspected.

With this is mind B&M Supplies can now offer:

LOLER Testing for Ceiling, Mobile & Patient hoists

LOLER stands for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, which came into force in 1998. LOLER replaced various earlier regulations relating to the use of lifting equipment and was brought in to minimise health and safety risks arising from lifting equipment provided for use at work. A loler inspection and service is carried out periodically on any lifting equipment every 6 months.

PUWER Testing for Lifting Accessories and slings

In addition to the requirements of LOLER, lifting equipment is also subject to the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, known as PUWER. The PUWER regulations require that risks to health and safety from equipment used at work be prevented or controlled and these regulations apply to any kinds of equipment used at work. As an extension of PUWER guidelines B&M supplies now offer full PUWER test for all of your patients slings. Your slings will be professionally tested on site and given a safety certificate ensuring peace of mind and continuous care.

Client Moving and Handling Training

Ensure your staffs know the correct way to use lifting and handling equipment safely by one of our specialists, with over 15 years in the industry and a good working knowledge of current Loler & Puwer guidelines, our trainer can help your staff achieve a entirely new level of care.

By choosing one of our great solutions a nursing home or care facility can enjoy the peace of mind knowing that your equipment is covered by our own insurance policy and that you can be free to do what you do best………care.

For further information and advice on maintaining your lifting and handling equipment please free to contact us on 01704 553 773.

Christmas Opening Times & Carrier Update

During the Christmas period the Bmsupplies.co.uk offices will be closed from the 23rd December until the 3rd of January.

Any orders made between 23rd December until the 3rd of January will be collected by all carriers on Tuesday 4th January.

To ensure you’re any orders reach you before the Christmas period please make sure your order is in with us before the week commencing the 20th Dec

Our latest news regarding delivery times is that there is a still a slight delay caused by the recent back log of parcels and the combined change in weather however this improving daily and please be rest assured that we are doing everything possible to ensure that your parcel reaches you in good time.

If you would like to contact us during this period feel free or you have any concerns regarding delivery times etc please feel free to email me at Steve.Simpson@bmsupplies.co.uk.

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for choosing Bmsupplies.co.uk this year and look forward to bring you an even more competitive service next year.



Many thanks



Steve