SMT Ambulance Service Bariatric department is designed to provide a safe and dignified transport solution to those whose weight or condition require specialist transport.

Our ambulances mirror Accident & Emergency type layouts with additional equipment, including :

• An extra wide ramp capable of lifting and conveying 600kg utilising hospital beds up to 3ft 6 inches wide
• A 1 ton electric winch to assist in the loading and unloading of beds
• Inbuilt 12v & 240v mains power
• An inbuilt 1,000 watt mains inverter which ensures all battery powered equipment is ready for immediate use
• A Ferno Megasus bariatric cot which is expandable to 39 inches wide.

The Ambulance Support Unit is unique within the ambulance sector and has been developed entirely out of necessity. It encompasses the experience we have gained from conveying Bariatric patients, advice from hospital back-care specialists and other health care professionals. The equipment carried assists staff in the safe moving and transportation of the patient; in addition, the Support Unit has a crew-cab configuration, allowing for an additional six members of staff to accompany the patient.

Available equipment:

• An ARJO Easytrack hoist
• Folding aluminium ramps
• AAT c-max U2 electric stairclimber
• Mangar Camel & Mangar ELK lifting cushions
• Quintal Q2 Motility transfer board and heavy duty patient turner
• Slide sheets & moving aids
• Portable lighting