OUR TOILETING & PERSONAL HYGIENE SOLUTIONS WHO WE ARE An award-winning global supplier of everyday healthcare solutions. We work to create quality products which are proven to help improve the lives of patients, residents and healthcare professionals whilst reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

As pioneers of safe and hygienic care, we continue to innovate and collaborate in the areas of single-use toileting systems, personal hygiene, environmental cleaning & disinfection, skin integrity and surgical solutions; continually pushing the standard of care forward, helping people lead longer more dignified lives.

Our vision is simple: Reducing Risk. Enhancing Dignity.

OUR PRODUCTS KEEPING YOU SAFE SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE

We develop and manufacture a Ensuring the safety of people We develop, source, manufacture and number of market-leading who use our products, has been distribute healthcare products from our brands within the healthcare at the heart of what we do for flagship manufacturing sites in the UK. sector. These products are used over half a century. Our We operate 24 hours a day to meet the everyday in healthcare settings dedicated Regulatory Affairs demands of our loyal customers, ensuring Introducing around the world– all with a department specialise in products arrive on time, in full and in focus on reducing risk and ensuring that our products are perfect condition. enhancing dignity. safe for their intended use before they reach the market, Utilising a state-of-the-art traceability system, Our well-known brands include complying with all relevant we can ensure safety, monitor quality and Vernacare Conti, Oasis, Senset, Clinisan, measure the potential impact of any quality regulations and legislation. Azo, Tuffie, Bert, Detex & Comfi incidents quickly and effectively. This provides amongst others. our customers with trust and confidence in everything we do.

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Single-Use Containers Accessories

Disposal Units Commode Chairs

PERSONAL HYGIENE

Skin Cleansing Wipes Continence Care

Bed Bathing Solutions

Our Products Our products are divided into five key areas

TOILETING

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4 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 5 SINGLE-USE CONTAINERS 8-15

Toileting TOILETING Washing Medical

DISPOSAL UNITS 16-19

Vortex

Vortex+

Compact

Vernaclean Disinfectant

Toileting ACCESSORIES 20-25 Lids and Covers

Racking

Supports

Vernacare are the pioneers of the single use system. For over 50 years we have been committed to offering a COMMODE AND SHOWER CHAIRS 26-27 safe and hygienic system for patient toileting and care that Vernachair not only reduces risk but enhances dignity. Shower Chair

KEY Throughout this brochure we have used icons to illustrate specific product information.

Indicates the product’s capacity Indicates the case quantity 100

The product has measurement markings The product requires assembly and maintenance

The product is stackable The product features SmartFlow technology

The product can be used with a lid

6 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 7 OUR SINGLE-USE VERNAFEM TOILETING

Our VernaFem disposable female urinal provides a safer alternative to subjective and/or SOLUTIONS inappropriate catheterisation. The ergonomic design promotes self-toileting, preserving patient dignity and empowering patients to toilet themselves with little or no assistance from healthcare staff.

Produced using water and recycled over-issued Reducing incidence of CAUTIs is critically important, as they have been associated with increased morbidity, newsprint, our wide range of disposable single use mortality, increased length of stay in hospital and higher hospital costs. containers are designed to replace re-usable plastic or Our pulp disposal stainless-steel alternatives. Our solution ensures a clean units provide a 33% bedpan, urinal or bowl every time, proven to help Studies show up to 56% of UTIs are associated with an reduce the risk of cross‑infection. time saving 1 whilst indwelling urinary catheter3 and up to 50% of urinary Evolving over 50+ years, we design, produce and reducing the risk of catheterisation are carried out without robust clinical indication4. distribute over 20 different pulp containers. cross infection 2 Inventors of the single-use system Curved edges Exported to over 50 countries allow easier Ergonomic patient positioning Manufactured in the UK design helps promote self- Environmentally-friendly disposal toileting

Wide opening increases patient confidence

Unique design retains capacity and minimises spillage

VernaFem is also an ideal alternative to incontinence pads/ pants. An increase in skin pH, from prolonged contact with urine Strategies for reducing and faeces, allows micro-organisms to thrive and increases the risk of skin infection. inappropriate urinary

A single study found that 32% of catheterisation are infrequently patients with IAD had a rash indicative implemented in practice; 6 of a fungal infection. despite a consensus that such Description Case Qty Code strategies are effective.5 VernaFem 24 108AA024

8 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 9 DISPOSABLE DETERGENT-PROOF BEDPAN & SUPPORT WASHBOWLS TOILETING Our fully-disposable bedpan and support help break the chain of infection by eliminating the need for a plastic support. Our disposable washbowls help break the chain of infection by replacing re-usable plastic alternatives. Available The intuitive tear-shaped design also helps to minimise contact with the user’s skin and is compatible with all major in two sizes, our detergent-proof washbowls can hold warm water and soap for up to 2 hours (up to 45 degrees). commode chair brands. Recent study found that 62.2% of ‘clean’ wash basins were contaminated with pathogens including organisms such as VRE and MRSA9. This supports research which Harmful pathogens can survive for suggests washer disinfectors may not provide adequate conditions for killing long periods on dry surfaces. One Study finds 33% of clostridium difficile spores.10 study found that VRE remained cleaned reusable alive on a dry laboratory surface Unique design for in excess of four years.7 bedpans fail visual retains strength inspection for faecal in-use contamination.8 Larger size allows easier limb bathing

Integrated volume indicator Independent support pillars distribute weight Patented design and formulation Ergonomic evenly design reduces pressure on coccyx

56% An improvement strategy that Inner ribbed wall incorporated the introduction of provides strength Description Case Qty Code when used in bed the Vernacare washbowl reported a 56% reduction in HCAIs.11 WashBowl 100 118AA100 Curved edges Maxi-WashBowl 40 117AA040 allows easier positioning WashBowl Maxi-WashBowl Ideal for: Ideal for:

Bed Bathing Infant Bathing Environmental Cleaning Cleaning Leg Ulcers Description Case Qty Code Our disposable support is suitable for most users, however an Bedpan Liner 75 121AA075 Shaving Wound Care easy-clean plastic support is still available for heavier patients. Disposable Support 50 122AA050 (see page 22 for more information) Continence Care Emptying Catheter Bags

10 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 11 SINGLE-USE See page 20 for Bedpan Liner Racking Solutions Ideal for general toileting of patients and can be used either in CONTAINERS bed or in a commode chair.

Toileting Case Quantity: 75 TOILETING Product Code: 121AA075

Produced using water and recycled over-issued newsprint, our wide range of Disposable Support single-use disposable containers are designed to replace re-usable plastic or stainless-steel alternatives; delivering an environmentally friendly and cost To be used alongside the bedpan liner with patients under 15 stone / 210lbs / 95kgs. effective way of preventing cross-infection. Case Quantity: 50 Product Code: 122AA050

Male Urinal Bottle Bedpan Liner Encourages independent toileting, providing convenience, dignity and comfort to patients. Ideal for general toileting of patients and can be used either in bed or in a commode chair. Ergonomically shaped traditional design. Case Quantity: 100 Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 101AA100 Product Code: 102AA100

Male Urinal Bottle Encourages independent toileting, providing convenience, Commode Pan dignity and comfort to patients. Ideal for general toileting of patients in a commode chair. Square design stands upright if required. Case Quantity: 150 Case Quantity: 120 Product Code: 123AA150 Product Code: 103AA120

VernaFem Midi Slipper Pan Liner Increased patient safety. Ideal for general toileting of patients with limited mobility in Increased patient dignity and comfort. bed. Wedge-shaped design slips underneath patient without Reduced CAUTI costs. lifting or rolling. Case Quantity: 24 Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 108AA024 Product Code: 109AA100

Maxi Slipper Pan Liner Mid-Stream Sampler Ideal for general toileting of patients with limited mobility in Ideal for collecting and measuring urine samples. bed. Wedge-shaped design slips underneath patient without Case Quantity: 100 lifting or rolling. Product Code: 113BA100 Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 114AA100

12 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 13 WashBowl CS Receiver Detergent-proof washbowl can hold warm water and soap for General purpose receptacle, ideal for holding a variety up to 2 hours (up to 45 degrees). Unique patented design and of medical items including dressings, wipes or surgical formulation. Holds a maximum of 4 litres. instruments. TOILETING Case Quantity: 100 Case Quantity: 300 Product Code: 118AA100 Product Code: 106AA300

Maxi-WashBowl Kidney Dish 6L Detergent-proof washbowl can hold warm water and soap for General purpose receptacle, ideal for holding a variety up to 2 hours (up to 45 degrees). Unique patented design and of medical items including dressings, wipes or surgical formulation. Holds a maximum of 6 litres. instruments. Case Quantity: 40 Case Quantity: 260 Product Code: 117AA040 Product Code: 105AA260

Small Bowl Multi Cup 200ml General purpose bowl, ergonomically shaped with Ideal for taking urine/stool/sputum samples, dispensing integrated graduations. tablets or as a measuring scoop. Case Quantity: 200 Case Quantity: 200 Product Code: 104AA200 Product Code: 116AA200

Medium Bowl General purpose bowl, ideal for handling larger volumes VernaGel NEW! of liquid. Case Quantity: 200 EASES NURSE WORKLOAD Product Code: 111AA200 Saves laundry costs Reduces risk of cross infection Minimises residual odours Large Bowl 1 sachet solidifies up to 1.2 litres General purpose bowl, ideal for handling larger volumes of liquid. Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 112AA100 Suitable for all single-use pulp Request your containers FREE sample Jug

General purpose measuring jug with ergonomic handle for Description Product Code Size Case Qty improved grip and integrated graduations. VernaGel VernaGel 100 Sachets 450SC100 7g per sachet 1 Case Quantity: 100 VernaGel is a super absorbent polymer Product Code: 110AA100 which prevents spillages and leaks by VernaGel Shaker 456MA475 475g 1 solidifying liquids, whilst still being able to be disposed of in all pulp disposal units. VernaGel Large Tub 456MA400 4kg 1

14 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 15 FEATURING

FEATURING SMART FL W™ TOILETING SMARTTECHNOLOGY FL W™ TECHNOLOGY OUR DISPOSAL UNITS OFFER The Vernacare system improves the Reduced Risk of Cross-Infection experience for both Auto-Start Functionality patients and staff, Start Lock Control releasing more time Self-Diagnosing Display to spend on care.

Vortex DISPOSAL UNITS Hands-free opening WITH SMARTFLOW™ TECHNOLOGY Easy-to-clean ergonomic design.

Product Code: 2030ZA001 (230 Volts)

SmartFlow™ is a unique maceration system that ensures waste is only released to drain once the machine’s contents have been fully broken down.

The continued mechanical action inside the drum ensures that particles are fully dispersed, prior to the machine allowing the contents to be discharged.

This ensures that no dry or bulky material can pass into the pipework, potentially causing or contributing to blockages. Vortex+

Completely contactless operation Vernacare’s market-leading range of pulp-disposal units include Easy-to-clean ergonomic design the Vortex, Vortex+ and Compact. Product Code: 2040ZA001 (230 volts) Our machines help ensure safe and effective disposal of human waste and Product Code: 2040CA001 (110 Volts) single-use containers.

All of our machines use SmartFlow™ technology alongside a range of other features designed to improve efficiency in busy sluice room environments.

16 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 17 DISPOSAL UNIT DISINFECTANT TOILETING SLIMLINE DISPOSAL UNIT DEODORISER Completely Contactless Operation SmartFlow Technology Smaller Footprint Reduced Energy & Water Usage

COMPACT IS IDEAL FOR

Patient Bathrooms Isolation Rooms Barrier Nursing Specialist Areas

THREE INSTALLATION OPTIONS

Free-standing Wall-mounted Integrated Suitable for use with all pulp disposal units

Compact Disposal Unit Deodoriser VernaClean ActiveTM disinfectant is a VernaCleanTM antibacterial deodoriser is a A versatile, space-efficient unit that provides safe and effective human waste disposal concentrated deodorising liquid with concentrated deodorising liquid with at the point of care, with all the features of the market-leading Vortex+ included. The antibacterial and sporicidal properties. antibacterial properties and a fresh lemon scent. Vernacare Compact is the smaller unit that makes a big impact. VernaClean ActiveTM 6x1 litre bottle VernaCleanTM 6x1 litre bottle Product Code: 902DL1000 Product Code: 902SD1000 Product Code: 2050ZA001 (230 Volts) TM TM Product Code: 2050CA001 (110 Volts) VernaClean Active 6x2 litre bottle VernaClean 6x2 litre bottle Product Code: 902DL2000 Product Code: 902SD2000

18 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 19 Bedpan Liner and Maxi-WashBowl ACCESSORIES Dispenser Rack Toileting Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for use with all bedpan liners, slipper pan liners and detergent proof wash bowls. TOILETING Product Code: 502ZS001

Bedpan Support Rack We offer a range of wall-mounted racking solutions for efficient storage of Wall-mounted rack for storing up to five plastic bedpan Racking Solutions our single-use containers and plastic supports. supports. Product Code: 501ZS001

Male Urinal Bottle (800ml) Dispenser Rack Bedpan Support Holder Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for Rack for storing an individual plastic bedpan support use with 800ml male urinal bottles. underneath a patient’s bed. Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 503ZS001 Product Code: 508ZS001

Male Urinal Bottle (900ml) Slipper Pan Support Rack Dispenser Rack Wall-mounted rack for storing up to five plastic slipper pan Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for supports. use with 900ml male urinal bottles. Product Code: 518ZS001 Product Code: 509ZS001

Male Urinal Bottle Holder WashBowl Dispenser Rack Rack for storing an individual male urinal at the end of a Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for patient’s bed. Suitable for use with both sizes/designs of male use with detergent proof wash bowls. urinal bottle. Product Code: 510ZS001 Product Code: 504ZS001

VernaFem Dispenser Rack Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Product Code: 511ZS001

20 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 21 Small Bowl and Jug Dispenser Rack Bedpan Support Plastic support for bedpan liner, increasing strength for when Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for used in bed. use with small bowl or measuring jug. TOILETING Product Code: 301ZP001 Product Code: 505ZS001

Medium Bowl Dispenser Rack Small Bowl Support Wall-mounted rack removes items from surfaces. Suitable for Plastic support for small bowl, increasing strength for when use with medium bowl. used as a child’s potty. Product Code: 515ZS001 Product Code: 302ZP001

We offer a range of easy-clean plastic supports for our in-bed toileting We offer a range of macerator-friendly lids for a variety of our pulp solutions. These supports help prevent products crushing and the products. These lids help to prevent spillage and maintain patient dignity. Supports associated spillage and discomfort. Lids

Bedpan Lid Bedpan Support 100 Designed for use with our Bedpan Liner 101AA100) and To be used alongside the bedpan liner with patients over Commode Pan (123AA150). 15 stone / 210lbs / 95kgs. Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 306ZP001 Product Code: 197ZS100

Midi Slipper Pan Support Bedpan Lid 100 Plastic support for slipper pan liner, increasing strength for when used in bed. Suitable for use with smaller slipper Designed for use with our Bedpan Liner 121AA075. pan liner. Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 303ZP001 Product Code: 191ZS100

Maxi Slipper Pan Support Midi Slipper Pan Lid 100 Plastic support for slipper pan liner, increasing strength for Designed for use with our Midi Slipper Pan 109AA100. when used in bed. Suitable for use with larger slipper pan liner. Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 304ZP001 Product Code: 196ZS100

22 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 23 Male Urinal Lid NEW! Maxi Slipper Pan Lid 100 192 Designed for use with our Male Urinal Bottles (102AA100 & Designed for use with our Maxi Slipper Pan 114AA101. 103AA120). Case Quantity: 100

Case Quantity: 192 TOILETING Product Code: 194ZS100 Product Code: 125AA192

Small Bowl Lid 300 Designed for use with our Small Bowl 104AA200. OUR EVIDENCE Case Quantity: 300 Product Code: 198ZS300 Request a copy of our supporting evidence, demonstrating how our products are directly reducing risk and enhancing dignity.

Medium Bowl Lid 100 Designed for use with our Medium Bowl 111AA100. 56% Case Quantity: 100 An improvement strategy that Product Code: 195ZS100 incorporated the introduction of the Vernacare washbowl reported a 56% reduction in HCAIs.11

Multi Cup Lid 200 Designed for use with our Multicup 116AA200. Case Quantity: 200 Product Code: 193ZS200

Maxi Washbowl Lid Designed for use with the detergent-proof Maxi-Washbowl 100 (117AA040). Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 199ZS100

Washbowl Lid 100 Designed for use with our detergent-proof Washbowl (118AA100). Case Quantity: 100 Product Code: 190ZS100

24 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 25 COMMODES TOILETING OUR EASY-CLEAN RANGE VERNACHAIR OFFERS

Commodes are Durable moulded parts not always Easy to remove and clean cleaned after Stainless Steel frame every use, and Withstands modern cleaning methods even those Robust design considered clean Manoeuvres easily are not always Covered Castors cleaned to a high Help prevent debris collection standard.12 Compatible Fits with all bedpan/commode pan designs

Vernachair Commode • Durable moulded parts – easy to remove and clean • Stainless Steel frame – withstands modern cleaning methods • Robust design – manoeuvres easily • Covered Castors – help prevent debris collection • Compatible – fits with all bedpan/commode pan designs Product Code: 600ZA001

Vernachair Shower Chair • Durable moulded parts – easy to remove and clean • Stainless Steel frame – withstands modern cleaning methods • Robust design – manoeuvres easily • Covered Castors – help prevent debris collection • Easy drainage - light, easy to drain and chemically resistant seat Product Code: 630ZA001

Vernachair The original Vernachair is a Commode and Sani Chair all in one. A superbly versatile piece of equipment that allows easy patient use and enhanced comfort. The Vernachair comes apart to increase cleaning compliance and to help increase infection prevention. Product Code: 537ZA001

26 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 27 SKIN CLEANSING WIPES 30-35

Skin Cleansing Dry Wipes

Skin Cleansing Wet Wipes

Flushable Wipes

CONTINENCE CARE 36-39

Continence Care Wipes

Skin Cleansing Foams PERSONAL HYGIENE Personal Bodywashes Hygiene BED BATHING SOLUTIONS 40-43 Bedbath Washcloths/Washmitts

Shampoo Caps

Warmer

A range of personal cleansing wipes, foams and bodywashes, developed to enhance dignity and reduce risk to patients. Market-leading brands include Conti, Oasis, Senset & Clinisan.

28 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 29 Conti® Essentials – The latest addition to the Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty range offering a cost-effective wipe for CEW010 24 x 22cm 100 36 budget-conscious customers. SKIN CLEANSING CEW110 33 x 27cm 100 24 WIPES Material Polypropylene Weight Light Personal Hygiene Conti® Lite – Provides the most cost-effective option Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty for healthcare professionals, combining strength CLW110 32 x 30cm 100 32 and performance with a light weight material. LITE Material Polypropylene Weight Light

Conti® Standard – Ideal for everyday use providing Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty a cost-effective wipe that combines strength and CBW010 26 x 20cm 100 32 performance in a light weight material. CBW100N 26 x 22cm 100 32 STANDARD CONTI® PATIENT CLEANSING DRY WIPES: CBW100 32 x 20cm 100 20 CBW110 32 x 30cm 100 28 Material Polypropylene Weight Light The latest NICE guidelines highlight Conti® patient cleansing wipes support healthcare workers in delivering excellent standards of care for Conti® Standard Plus – Provides the same value and Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty ® the requirement for a cultural shift softness as Conti Standard but thicker and stronger CPL110N 32 x 22cm 100 36 their patients, offering an extensive range for all your material for increased durability and performance. CPL110 32 x 30cm 100 36 within the NHS to become a truly needs. Combining strength, softness and absorbency, STANDARD PLUS Conti® wipes provide the ideal solution for everyday Material Polypropylene Weight Medium patient-centred service, focussing PERSONAL HYGIENE patient cleansing, whilst also being gentle enough to Conti® Soft – Combines softness and absorbency Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty on improving the patient be used on the most fragile and sensitive skin. ® with a more ‘textile’ feel. Conti Soft is ideal for CSW110 32 x 30cm 100 32 experience. This experience is everyday cleansing needs and soft enough for use ® on fragile and sensitive skin. Conti wipes are manufactured in the UK using the SOFT directly linked to the quality of care highest quality materials, ensuring unparalleled Material Polypropylene/Viscose Weight Medium they receive and the quality of the quality and performance. As the leading brand within ® Conti® SoSoft – Provides highly effective cleansing Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty 13 the NHS and care sector for over 35 years, Conti products used to deliver that care. using a heavier material with added cotton creating wipes are independently proven to be significantly CPV110N 32 x 27cm 100 20 a wipe that is soft yet durable, ideal for use on 14 CPV110 32 x 30cm 100 20 more absorbent than other brands on the market. SO SOFT sensitive skin. Material Polypropylene/Viscose/Cotton Weight Heavy Preferred brand within the NHS and care Conti® CottonSoft – Is a cotton-enriched material Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty sector for over 35 years providing strength and softness. The heavy weight CCW010 26 x 20cm 100 24 wipe is ideal for effective cleansing of heavily CCW100N 26 x 22cm 100 24 Easy, single-wipe dispensing helps prevent COTTONSOFT soiled skin. CCW110 32 x 30cm 100 20 over-usage and control costs Material Polypropylene/Cotton Weight Heavy

UK manufacturing using quality raw materials Conti® SuperSoft – Is the ultimate wipe for softness Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty and absorbency. Its softness makes it ideal for cleansing CXW110 30 x 30cm 100 16 all areas of the body, fragile and sensitive skin. SUPERSOFT Material Viscose/Polyester Weight Heavy

Conti® Washcloth – Is made from airlaid tissue and is Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty ideal for full body cleansing. Soft, strong and highly CWW075N 30 x 23cm 75 24 absorbent, this wipe lathers well with soap and water CWW075P 30 x 30cm 75 16 WASHCLOTH and remains durable even when wet.

81% more Material Airlaid Tissue Weight Heavy absorbent than Conti® Flushable – Independently proven to be more Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty dispersible than alternative brands, minimising the CFW050 33 x 22cm 50 15 14 risk of costly drain blockages.16 other brands. FLUSHABLE

Material Cellulose Wood Pulp Weight Heavy

Conti® UltraSoft – Ideal for intimate hygiene and Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty Conti® Maceratable dry wipes are proven to reduce stoma care, delivering effective cleansing with a COW030 22 x 18cm 30 50 sensitive touch. 15 wipe usage by 43% when compared to alternatives. Material Viscose/Polyester Weight Light

30 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 31 CHOOSING THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR SENSET DRY & WET WIPES: YOUR PATIENT’S NEEDS: Our Senset Personal Hygiene Range provides a time-saving solution for continence care and everyday personal cleansing; with the added convenience of quick, safe and hygienic disposal in either a toilet or macerator. Senset Dry Wipes can be disposed in a macerator, whereas our Wet Wipes can be disposed in a macerator or down the toilet. PERSONAL HYGIENE

NEW CONTI® SKIN CLEANSING WET WIPES:

Conti® patient cleansing wet wipes offer convenient cleansing for patients’ hands and face, helping to keep skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Soft, strong and dermatologically tested. The use of single-use wet Suitable for full-body cleansing, including continence care Alcohol, Lanolin and Paraben free. wipes to clean the hands

support the world health Easy single wipe dispensing to prevent over-usage and control costs Each macerator New super-soft material and improved formulation. organisations five moments blockage can cost New larger, thicker wipes available in a variety of pack sizes of hand hygiene.17 £100’s in call out Manufactured from airlaid tissue providing a more environmentally and repair fees. Description Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty Code friendly alternative Conti® Wet Wipes 24 x 22cm 50 24 RSC777

39% Description Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty

Also available… Recent studies Senset Maceratable Dry Wipes 900DY075 30 x 29 cm 75 16 have shown that up Description Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty Code 900PW012 22 x 17 cm 12 42 to 39% of patients have Oasis® Wet Wipes (Flow Wrap) 33 x 22cm 50 25 RSC774 Senset Maceratable and Flushable Wet Wipes 900PW024 22 x 17 cm 24 24 at least one hospital- Oasis® Wet Wipes (Bucket) 27 x 26cm 150 4 WI030 900PW050 22 x 17 cm 50 12 associated pathogen ® Conti Dry Washmitt 22 x 16cm 100 10 WW410 on their hands within Disposable Bib - Tie-Back (Regular) 50 x 37cm 125 4 RSC601 48 hours of admission.18 Disposable Bib - Tie-Back (Large) 66 x 37cm 125 4 RSC602

32 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 33 THE PROBLEM WITH ‘FLUSHABLE’ WIPES: CONTI® FLUSHABLE WIPES:

As popularity of personal care wipes continues to increase, so Our Conti® Flushable Cleansing Wet Wipes and Dry does the volume of inappropriate wipes being flushed down the Wipes provide all-in-one time-saving solutions for toilet. It is becoming more apparent that a lack of consumer continence care and everyday personal cleansing; education is resulting in inappropriate wipe disposal, which is with the added convenience of quick, safe and having a significant knock on effect on our sewer systems. hygienic disposal in either a toilet or macerator. The nationwide cost The materials used of unblocking the Pre-impregnated with skin cleansers to gently bathe combine strength and The government have outlined their plans to sewers maintained by even the most sensitive areas, Conti® Flushable softness and have Cleansing Wet Wipes are an ideal alternative to eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2042, the water and comfortably passed the traditional practices. sewerage companies latest EDANA GD4 identifying disposable single-use plastics 20 is £88 million a year. 22, 23 (including wet wipes) as an area of concern.19 dispersibility testing. Dermatologically tested

pH balanced with added moisturisers

Unlike toilet paper, most wipes do not disintegrate easily when PERSONAL HYGIENE flushed as they are designed to be durable in-use and keep their Lanolin and alcohol free structure when wet. Lightly scented 75% Conti® Flushable Remember to check the pack – All Conti® Patient Cleansing Wipes Thames Water Cleansing Dry Wipes are clearly labelled with disposal guidance. claimed in 2012 that have been independently three-quarters of proven to be more sewer blockages were dispersible than caused by wipes.21 alternative brands.24

WHAT MAKES A WIPE ‘FLUSHABLE’?

The international association for the nonwovens industry, EDANA has worked for over a decade to define a series of rigorous tests which determine whether materials can be marked as flushable. Such test methods and EDANA’s more FLUSHABLE recent work with wastewater professionals enable us to provide flushable and dispersible products of the highest standard. Cleansing Dry Wipes

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EDANA, the leading global association for the nonwovens WHAT MAKES A WIPE industry, has worked for over a decade to define a series Did you know? of rigorous dispersability tests to determine whether Conti® Flushable Wipes have been independently proven wipe materials can be labelled as flushable. to be more dispersible than alternative brands.1 Complying with these seven standards allows Vernacare to provide customers with flushable products of the highest standard.

For more information, visit www.vernacare.com

Always check the pack All Conti® Patient Cleansing Wipes are clearly labelled with the appropriate What makes a wipe flushable? disposal guidance. FINISH START 5 1 Aerobic/Anaerobic 7 Toilet and Drain-line Biodisintegration/ 6 Municipal Pump Test Clearance Test (FG501) Biodegradation Test (FG507) Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty Request your free copies of our exclusive guide or The first EDANA test assesses the ability (FG505/506) This final test assesses the wipe’s ® compatibility with municipal sewage of a disposable wipe to successfully Assesses the wipe’s ability to biologically Conti Flushable – Independently proven to pumping systems. clear the toilet and drainage system. degrade under the anaerobic and aerobic 2 conditions found in wastewater CFW050 33 x 22cm 50 15 treatment processes. download from the Vernacare Marketing Library Slosh Box Disintegration be more dispersible than alternative brands, Test (FG502) Assesses the ability of the wipe to 16 disintegrate when subjected to minimising the risk of costly drain blockages. RSC767 24 x 22cm 50 20 mechanical agitation in water. FLUSHABLE

Only if a wipe passes all of these seven tests, should it Material Cellulose Wood Pulp Weight Heavy 3 4 be labelled as “flushable” Household Pump Test Settling Test (FG504)

(FG503) Assesses the wipe’s ability to settle in Assesses the wipe’s compatibility with sumps, septic tanks, on‑site aerobic household pump systems. systems and settling chambers.

PH141 REV00 Ref 1 : Synergy Health Dispersability Comparison Report (2015)

34 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 35 CONTINENCE CARE SKIN CLEANSING Personal Hygiene Skin care is one of the cornerstones of nursing practice; however, is an area of practice that is often overlooked. Evidence suggests that implementing a structured skin care protocol to help restore an effective skin barrier function, can result in a significantly lower incidence of IAD 29 and may significantly reduce costs. Avoiding or minimising A structured skin program of Emollients within our products INCONTINENCE exposure to urine and faeces gentle cleansing and also provide a barrier to is key to helping prevent IAD. moisturising can help protect the skin from the Impacting on patients physical and mental health, incontinence is high on the health agenda with the subsequent Pressure and friction can also maintain skin integrity. effects of re-wetting and help lead to skin breakdown. promote healing. health challenges. It is estimated that 25% of elderly people in care suffer regular faecal incontinence.24 Latest guidance highlights the requirement to deliver comprehensive continence services CONTI® CONTINENCE CARE WIPES

in order to minimise the risk of harm. Physical harm related to complications and PERSONAL HYGIENE

treatments for continence problems can all lead to admission to hospital and care facilities Conti® Continence Care Wipes provide a convenient time-saving solution for Gentle, effective and for extended lengths of stay and sometimes permanently.26 continence care, delivering gentle and effective skin cleansing. The wipes convenient skin cleansing are able to replace traditional methods such as preparing bowls of soap and water, dry wipes, cleansing foams and barrier creams. Offers barrier protection

Dermatologically tested and pH balanced, the wipes cleanse, moisturise and pH balanced deodorise whilst offering barrier protection to the skin. INCONTINENCE-ASSOCIATED DERMATITIS Contains Dimethicone IAD is a prevalent complication of incontinence that IAD affects as many as 41% of compromises skin integrity and can cause pain, discomfort, and Recent studies have indicated adults in long-term care; it is loss of independence to those affected. that the use of continence care costly, painful and for the most What can contribute to IAD? wipes, in place of traditional soap part preventable.27 CONTINENCE CARE and water-based cleansing Prolonged exposure to urine and/or faeces methods, had a positive impact Patient Cleansing Wipes Frequent skin cleansing with soap and water on skin-care protocol compliance, Tear along perforation to open Inappropriate cleansing technique IAD can cause additional whilst also reducing the burden 25 consumable and nursing costs. WIPES of care and improving staff satisfaction.30

PRESSURE ULCERS Conti® Continence – Provides a convenient time- Code Wipe Size Pack Qty Case Qty saving solution for continence care, delivering gentle RSC555 33 x 22cm 25 27 and effective skin cleansing. Inadequate IAD treatment is known to Increase the risk of pressure ulcer development. CONTINENCE CARE Material Viscose/Polyester Weight Heavy It is thought that 700,000 people a year are affected by pressure ulcers, many of Simple, low-cost interventions such as the introduction of a skin cleansing product like Clinisan™ Foam or Conti® Continence which develop in hospital. This places Nursing time cost accounts Care Wipes may have a positive impact on quality of life and help protect the skin. The use of no-rinse cleansing products significant cost pressures on the NHS, for 90% of the overall cost of such as these have been shown to save staff time and improve efficiency.29 with each ulcer contributing over £4000 pressure ulcer treatment.29 Clinisan™ Skin Cleansing Foam and Conti® Continence Care Wipes have been developed in partnership with healthcare in additional care costs.28 professionals offering a comprehensive and versatile range for intimate patient cleansing and continence care.

36 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 37 CLINISAN™ SKIN CLINISAN™ BODYWASH: CLEANSING FOAM: Clinisan™ Bodywash is specifically formulated to help protect and care for dry and sensitive skin, acting as an alternative for traditional soap. Often used alongside the market-leading Conti® wipes, Clinisan™ Emollient Skin Cleansing Foam provides a convenient gentle and effective cleansing system for The use of traditional soap during cleansing is continence care. Ideal for use with bariatric patients or known to alter the skin’s ph levels, often causing patients with urinary and/or faecal incontinence, 32 Clinisan™ gently lifts soiling, whilst cleansing, restoring skin damage. and moisturising the skin.

Clinisan™ Bodywash is designed with pH balance and added Convenient pre-packaged solution can moisturisers to support skin integrity. save time Combining shampoo, bodywash and a foam bath, Clinisan™ Bodywash PERSONAL HYGIENE Quick-drying formulation reduces friction is a liquid solution designed to meet a range of patient needs. caused by drying

Emollients provide protective barrier pH balanced with added moisturisers supporting skin recovery Shampoo, bodywash and foam bath in one Current clinical guidance advocates the use of liquid Description Size Case Qty Code soap for the prevention and 250ml 12 SBA250 Clinisan™ Bodywash control of healthcare- 500ml 12 SBA500 associated infection.33

In clinical trials, 66% Clinisan was able to maintain the integrity of healthy skin in 66% of patients in comparison with 37% of ALSO AVAILABLE patients cleansing with soap and water.30 SENSET SKIN

Clinical studies and structured CLEANSING FOAM: product evaluations have consistently reported that Clinisan Emollient Skin Cleansing Foam is a cost Description Size Case Qty Code Description Size Case Qty Code effective method for reducing 150ml 12 900FM150 200ml 12 SEF200 ™ Clinisan Skin Cleansing Foam the incidence of incontinence Senset Skin Cleansing Foam 200ml 12 900FM200 400ml 12 SEF400 31 induced skin breakdown. 300ml 12 900FM300

Senset 3In1 Wash 500ml 12 900CW500

38 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 39 BED BATHING SOLUTIONS Personal Hygiene BED BATHING SOLUTIONS:

The Oasis® Bed Bathing range has been developed with Reduces potential for cross-contamination: patients and healthcare professionals in mind, providing a Each single-use item is disposed of after use, comfortable, therapeutic bed bathing solution without the helping to reduce the potential for cross- Traditional bed bathing practices using soap and water Inherent issues associated with traditional bed issues associated with soap and water. All of our products contamination from reusable items. pose many inherent issues for both patient and nurse. bathing practices: are pre-impregnated with skin cleansers to gently bathe Patient comfort and emotional well-being can be the patient whilst hydrating the skin. The Oasis® range is Cost effective solution: compromised, and various studies have been published Time and Cost ideal for use on a variety of bed bound patients, including: Proven to deliver savings and reduce nursing time highlighting the link between traditional soap and water when compared to traditional soap and water bathing and Health Care Associated Infections (HCAIs). Infection Control bed bathing.

Patient Experience Too ill - Intensive care or high dependency unit Skin hydration and protection: A dermatologically tested, pH balanced, PERSONAL HYGIENE Too weak - Frail or receiving palliative care lanolin and alcohol free formulation. Immobile - Following major surgery According to a study published Improved patient experience: Reduces the need for manual repositioning and TIME AND COST: in the British Journal of Nursing, The Oasis® range can either be warmed in the new Oasis® manipulation of patients, helping save nursing time Traditional bed bathing techniques involve the use of reusable/ ® use of the Oasis Bed Bathing Warmer or used at room temperature. and maintain patient dignity. disposable basins, washcloths, soap, emollients and towels, all of which can be costly in comparison to pre-packaged solutions. System could save £6,000 per ward per year and 21 hours of The time taken to gather this equipment, clean and disinfect 34 basins and launder towels is also a significant time burden on nursing time per week. nursing time. 88% Study found that the removal of washbowls ® and replacement with Oasis® promotes skin health with Oasis products were PATIENT EXPERIENCE: found to be a suitable a pre-packaged a formulation that is specifically solution reduced Traditional bed bathing practices often require manual re- alternative to traditional designed to provide immediate CAUTI rates by 88%.36 positioning of the patient for bathing or hair washing. This can soap and water bed be uncomfortable and undignified for the patient, whilst being and long lasting moisturisation. time consuming for nursing staff. Clinical tests have demonstrated bathing, providing a more efficient process, Soap and water is proven to dry the skin and compromise skin that Oasis® improves skin integrity, whilst bathing techniques using dry cloths and towels moisturisation by 17%.35 delivering cost and time can also cause physical skin damage. savings. Ongoing support, training and Whilst being costly and time- education continues to INFECTION CONTROL: consuming, traditional bed engage staff and Various studies have been published highlighting the link bathing can also pose a reinforce the positive between traditional soap and water based bed bathing and HCAIs, in particular catheter-associated urinary tract infections significant risk to patient safety. change in practice and (CAUTIs). A recent study found that 62.2% adoption of Oasis

A recent study found that the removal of washbowls and of ‘clean’ wash basins were washcloths as the replacement with a pre-packaged solution demonstrated contaminated with pathogens preferred bed bathing a significant reduction in CAUTI rates of 88%.36 including organisms such as method.37 VRE and MRSA.9

40 REDUCING RISK, ENHANCING DIGNITY 41 OASIS® BED BATHING WASHCLOTHS: WARM BED BATHING MADE EASY:

Oasis® Bed Bathing Washcloths are impregnated with a unique combination of skin cleansers to help remove sweat, dirt, Oasis® products can be warmed in our new improved Compact design: urine and faeces from the skin. The large, soft washcloths are intended to be used individually, with one single-use cloth warmer, providing a practical, disposable and economical Designed to sit on most work surfaces, with per anatomical region. This helps to ensure effective cleansing and minimises the risk of cross-contamination. solution for head-to-toe warm body bathing. Products products and status indicators clearly visible. are warmed to a consistent temperature, ensuring Maceratable and non maceratable options available. optimum patient comfort at all times. Efficient stock rotation: LED status indicators highlight which products are warm and ready for use first.

Heat up to 16 packs at any one time: Implementing a one-in, one-out policy enables a consistent supply of warm products.

Maintains a consistent temperature: The temperature can be set to between 37°C and

58°C, with a recommended optimum temperature PERSONAL HYGIENE of 45°C.

Safety features for added security: Dual thermo-sensor with auto shut off if over-heated.

Added moisturisers hydrate the skin

Lanolin, alcohol and latex-free Save 21 hours Description Dimensions Capacity Code Temperature Range Quick drying after application to the skin of nursing time Oasis® Warmer 44 x 32 x 48cm 16 packs WARM01UK 37°C to 58°C (Recommended 45°C) Variety of pack sizes to allow for a full or partial bed bath per week.34 Scented and unscented options available OASIS® SHAMPOO CAPS:

Description Size Pack Qty Case Qty Code Oasis® Shampoo Caps are No rinsing is required and the hair dries in minutes ® Oasis Bed Bath Scented 33 x 22cm 10 24 RSC901 pre-impregnated with a once the cap is removed Oasis® Bed Bath Unscented 33 x 22cm 10 24 RSC902N mild shampoo and conditioner. The Leaves hair fresh and clean, whilst improving the Oasis® Bed Bath Scented 33 x 22cm 8 30 RSC912 massaging action releases patient’s sense of well-being Oasis® Bed Bath Unscented 33 x 22cm 8 30 RSC913N shampoo and conditioner Reduces the inconvenience of bowls of water and Oasis® Bed Bath Unscented 33 x 22cm 5 48 RSC910N into the hair and uncomfortable head positioning for patients hydrophilic (water-loving) Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Scented 30 x 22cm 10 27 MBB10 fabric absorbs oil and dirt Single-use cap helps reduce cross infection risk Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Unscented 30 x 22cm 10 27 MBB10UP retaining it within the cap. Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Scented 30 x 22cm 8 33 MBB08

Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Unscented 30 x 22cm 8 33 MBB08UP

Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Scented 30 x 22cm 5 48 MBB05

Oasis® Bed Bath Maceratable Unscented 30 x 22cm 5 48 MBB05UP Description Size Pack Qty Case Qty Code

Oasis® Washmitt Scented - 8 30 RSC604A Oasis® Shampoo Cap - 1 30 RSC905

Oasis® Washmitt Unscented - 8 30 RSC605A Oasis® Shampoo Cap Unscented - 1 30 RSC905UP

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