Bed safety rails and bed grab handles

Warning

The toolkit aims to support decision-making for individuals involved in the provision, prescription, use, and maintenance of bed safety rails and bed grab handles, ensuring the prevention of potential harm.

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 06/01/2026

Next review date: 06/01/2027

Author(s): Kirsty Nicholson, Laura Halcrow, Thomas Gahagan.

Version: 1

Approved By: Angela Wallace, Executive Director of Nursing

Reviewer name(s): Michelle Kirkwood, Knowledge Services Manager.