Smoking Protector

The Smoking Protector is designed to help prevent burns if a Patient drops a cigarette while smoking. It is available in two sizes: the Standard size does not cover the arms of the chair, while the version with Side Flaps is wider to help prevent a cigarette from falling between the seat and the arm of the chair. The Patient will still need constant observation, as even if a cigarette does fall onto the Protector, it could roll off and cause burns.

Key Features

• Standard Size: 81cm / 32" (L) x 52cm / 20.5" (W)
• Size with Side Flaps: 81cm / 32" (L) x 98cm / 38.5" (W)
• Flame Retardant Material: Made from high-quality fabric used in various industries.
• Comfortable Fit: Worn like an apron with adjustable straps.

Additional Information

Make sure that a cigarette is not dropped on the floor and that the Patient does not drop it beside their hip while sitting. If a cigarette does remain on the Patient's lap, the temperature may reach 400°C/725°F on the side and 580°C/1076°F in the middle of the burning cigarette. Nicotine or scorch marks may appear if the burning cigarette is not quickly removed within a few seconds.

Specifications

Item # 228 - Standard size is 81cm / 32" (L) x 52cm / 20.5" (W)
Item # 228S with Side Flaps is 81cm / 32" (L) x 98cm / 38.5" (W)
Registered Design IP Right Numbers 201612176, 201612177

Cleaning

Cleaning - Fire Retardant Material: Wash all Fire-Retardant Material products as instructed below before first use. Cold or warm machine wash up to 75°C. Air or tumble dry on a cool setting, ensuring the drum is cool. Ensure the product is dry before using or storing.

All Proban® treated fabrics are tested to meet Standard EN 531:1995 (50 washes at 75°C) and are certified by Rhodia Consumer Specialties Limited to maintain their flame retardant qualities for 50 washes, as long as the correct laundering procedures are followed. Independent tests of Proban-treated garments have passed the flammability test after 100 to 150 washes.

Some important considerations when laundering Fire Retardant fabric:

• Proban fabrics are thoroughly tested for flame retardant performance and durability to washing; however, if the material is not laundered correctly, it can fail flammability tests after a few washes.
• Proban treated articles may be washed in any conventional washing machine using a cold or warm wash, up to 75°C. Use the non-colour fast machine setting.
• Regular washing will help prevent soiling build-up. A pre-soak of up to two hours may help for heavily soiled items.
• Use synthetic detergents only (e.g. Cold Power, Drive, Spree, Dynamo, FAB, Biozet, Radiant, Castle, OMO, Surf, etc.).
• Do not wash Proban garments in traditional soap powders as these types of soaps (Lux, Advance, Velvet, etc.) can form flammable deposits that may affect the fabric's flame retardant qualities.
• Never use hypochlorite-based bleaches (e.g. White King, Domestos, and other supermarket blends) as they will attack the Proban finish and can reduce its flame retardant properties.
• Garments can be tumble dried; however, to avoid shrinkage, take care not to over-dry.

The following information is taken from Proban's website:

Proban fabrics have been widely adapted by The U.K. National Health Service, Private Nursing Homes, and Network Rail. All Proban fabrics meet the requirements:

• Proban fabrics meet the performance requirements of BS 7175: 1989 Section 3.
• Prior to testing, all Proban fabrics are washed 200 times in accordance with BS 5651 Hospital Laundry Procedure Normal.

Comfortable and lightweight Proban fabrics do not cause skin sensitisation and/or irritation on the wearer’s skin. Proban fabrics are ideal for the manufacture of flame retardant sleepwear for retail and contract markets. Key features of the Proban fabrics include:

• High level of stability.
• Does not hydrolyse on long-term storage.
• Durability after 50 washes.

Important

Do not rely on the Smoking Protector to prevent fires. Smoking should only be allowed outdoors. Always keep smoking patients under close observation in case they drop the cigarette. Do not restrain patients while they are smoking. If they do drop a cigarette between their hip and the side of the chair, it may be necessary to quickly stand them up to retrieve the cigarette. If the burning tip of a cigarette is held against the Smoking Protector, it will burn a hole in the material. We have had reports of some patients deliberately doing this, just to see if the Protectors will catch fire. The Protectors did not catch fire, but there is a possibility of setting fire to the clothes worn under the Protector. We repeat our warning that patients must be supervised when smoking.

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