Macerators are an innovative way to dispose of bedpans in a hygienic, cost-effective and pleasant way. It may seem daunting to switch to macerators, but they are actually incredibly easy to operate!
This simple video clearly shows how to use a macerator.
You collect a used pulp bedpan and put it in the machine using the hands-free opening (usually a foot pedal or similar). Close the lid with the same hands-free operating system, and the cycle will commence automatically. That’s it!
Macerator cycle times are generally short (less than two minutes). Most will have a disinfection stage where the hopper is automatically cleaned at the end of the cycle. Regularly wipe down the outside with disinfectant as part of your sluice room cleaning practices.
