Ensuring provisions for students with disabilities
THE BACKGROUND
Case Study:
Michael Tippett School and College
The Michael Tippett School and College has a roll of 70 students aged between 11 and 19. Their students have a range of complex needs, such as severe learning difficulties (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD).
The dynamic environment features modern hydrotherapy facilities, a sensory room, a therapeutic colour strategy, which is appropriate to the needs of the students and an eco friendly green roof, with the striking architecture making a bold statement.
Involving Astor Bannerman with our moving and handling expertise has enabled the college to offer a complete package of support and care.
Utilising our hoisting equipment not only provides students with a comfortable and easy transfer process but also protects carers against risk of back strain and injury. Introduction of Ceiling Hoists will create time efficiencies and allow the college to cater to a greater range of needs and requirements of prospective students.
Why Astor Bannerman?
Turnkey provider from assessment to installation and servicing
Short product lead times – UK-wide national coverage
Complete range of transfer and care products
THE SOLUTION
The Astor OT200 ceiling hoist system was installed into five different spaces in an X-Y system. The system has two parallel tracks that are fixed either side of the room. One single track runs between, bridging the gap moving up and down the parallel rails. The hoist when attached, traverses left and right. This configuration allows users to traverse the whole room and works well in a dynamic changeable environment.
The spaces varied from an Activity Hall / Classroom, Sensory room, Games room, Shower / Wet room and a Respite Bedroom. As none of the spaces had any structural support in the ceiling, the hoisting system needed to be supported entirely by the walls by use of wall bracket (solid walls) or wall post (partition walls).
TECHNICAL
Collaboration is key
Working closely with the Headteacher and key staff on the project ensured a smooth and timely delivery of the overall project .
- Complete ceiling hoist solution
- Bespoke structural support
- X-Y configuration (H system) allow users to transverse the whole room