Description
WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT?
The Smoking Protector is a flame-retardant material protector that can be worn to help prevent injury from a dropped cigarette while smoking.
The protector can be washed many times without losing its flame-retardant properties. The flame retardancy is part of the material, not an additive that can wash off.
Two widths are available:
- Standard – 52.1cm / 20.5” wide
- With side flaps – 97.8cm / 38.5” – This is wide enough to go over the arms of a chair, helping prevent injury from a cigarette dropped onto the outside of the person’s leg.
A lit cigarette may burn at up to 385°C / 725°F on the side, and 580°C / 1076°F in the middle.* The material may show scorch marks unless a dropped cigarette is removed within a few seconds.
* Source: http://www.physlink.com/Education/AskExperts/ae1.cfm
WHO IS THIS PRODUCT SUITABLE FOR?
This product helps protect people who smoke cigarettes and may drop them onto their lap.
The person still requires constant supervision when smoking, as the cigarette may be accidentally dropped, which could be dangerous.
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
The Smoking Protector is worn like an apron. Ensure the side tape is tied in a bow that is easy to undo.
WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT MADE FROM?
Proban® material, soft hook & loop tape.
Technical
STOCK KEEPING UNIT (SKU), SIZE, WEIGHT, GTIN
| SKU | Details | Size | Weight | GTIN |
| 228 | Standard | 81cm / 32” Length x 52cm / 20.5” Width | 0.3kg / 0.7lbs | 9349145006609 |
| 228S | With Side Flaps | 81cm / 32” Length x 98cm / 38.5” Width | 0.6kg / 1.3lbs | 9349145001390 |
GLOBAL MEDICAL DEVICE NUMBER (GMDN)
42047
REGISTERED DESIGN IP RIGHT NUMBERS
201612176, 201612177
Cleaning
CLEANING METHOD
Machine or hand wash.
MAXIMUM WASHING TEMPERATURE
80°C / 176°F.
DETERGENT
Use a mild detergent. Do not use fabric softener.
DRYING METHOD
Air dry in the shade. Alternatively, tumble dry on a cool temperature and make sure the drum is cool.
CLEANING WARNING
Only use and store the product when it is dry.
Important
Do not rely on the Smoking Protector to prevent fires. Smoking should only be allowed outdoors. Always keep smoking patients under close observation in case they drop the cigarette.
Do not restrain patients while they are smoking. If they do drop a cigarette between their hip and the side of the chair, it may be necessary to quickly stand them up to retrieve the cigarette.
If the burning tip of a cigarette is held against the Smoking Protector it will burn a hole in the material. We have had reports of some patients deliberately doing this, just to see if the Protectors will catch fire. The Protectors did not catch fire, but there is a possibility of setting fire to the clothes worn under the Protector. We repeat our warning that patients must be supervised when smoking.
