Are You CQC Compliant?
Recent MHRA guidelines now require all profile beds. bed rails, and medical trolleys to be serviced by a third party.
With over 90% of care homes and hospitals not meeting these new standards, you could be at risk of costly CQC enforcement.
Don’t leave compliance to chance.

FULL SERVICE FOR ONLY £5.00 PER BED

EXPERT REPAIR AND MAINTANCE SERVICES

FREE, NO-IBLIGATION QUOTES
COMPLIANCE SERVICING
- Annual Checks: We ensure all beds, rails, and air mattresses meet health authority requirements.
- Documentation Provided: We supply you with a complete file of service documents for your maintenance officer to fill out weekly or monthly.
- Unique ID Numbers: Every product receives a unique identification number (not the room number), helping you stay fully compliant.
REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
- Pressure Mattress Repair: Our service centres sort, clean, and repair your pressure mattresses.
- Cost-Effective: Save on rental or purchasing new equipment by letting us restore broken items.
- No Hidden Fees: We’ll always give you a transparent quote and help you avoid unnecessary expenses.
WHY CHOOSE US
- Expertise & Experience: Our team specializes in servicing beds, bed rails, and air mattresses.
- Comprehensive Solutions: From compliance to repairs, we cover everything your care home needs.
- Affordable Plans: Our services start at just €5.00 per bed, making compliance easy on any budget.
THREE DECADES OF TRUSTED HEALTHCARE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
For over 30 years, Specialist Mattress Systems has been providing beds, mattresses, hoists, and decontamination services to care homes and hospitals across the UK.
With new regulatory directives emerging, it’s more important than ever to have reliable, cost-effective servicing.
NEW COMPLIANCE REGULATIONS:
STAY AHEAD OF THE CURVE
On 30 August 2023, the MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) released a safety alert mandating proper installation, use, and servicing of bed rails. The guidance instructs care homes and hospitals to begin compliance measures immediately and complete them by 1 March 2024.
WHY THIS MATTERS:
- Regulatory Deadline: Failing to meet the 1 March 2024 deadline could put your facility at risk of non-compliance and potential CQC scrutiny.
- Resident Safety: Unmaintained bed rails can lead to entrapment or injury, endangering the people under your care.
- Staff Training: Ensuring your team knows how to properly install and maintain bed rails is a critical step in meeting these new regulations.

For complete details. please click here
to read the official MHRA alert.
FAQs
Yes. Recent MHRA guidelines mandate that all profile beds, bed rails, and air mattresses be serviced by an external provider at least once a year. This requirement aims to ensure equipment is safe, functional, and compliant with CQC standards.
You should service them at least annually. However, some facilities may opt for additional checks depending on usage, resident turnover, or CQC recommendations.
Failure to comply with MHRA safety alerts by the deadline could result in negative CQC reports or enforcement actions. Regular servicing helps avoid penalties and ensures resident safety.
Our standard servicing includes a complete inspection of all critical bed components—rails, motors, and frames—as well as basic adjustments and documentation confirming compliance. Any necessary repairs or parts replacements are quoted separately, so you stay informed of costs upfront.
No. We offer flexible, transparent pricing without tying you into lengthy contracts. You can schedule annual or routine servicing based on your facility’s unique needs.
We provide hoist testing at no additional charge when it’s bundled with our standard bed servicing. This helps ensure all your lifting equipment is also compliant and safe to use.
If we spot an issue during our inspection, we’ll let you know before proceeding with any repairs. Our team can handle most repairs in-house, but we’ll always provide a clear, itemized quote beforehand.
Simply contact us via our online form or call our main office. We’ll work with your schedule to minimize any disruption to residents or staff.
Absolutely. We supply detailed service reports and certificates, which you can present to the CQC or any external auditor. This documentation verifies that you’ve completed the required safety checks and meets current MHRA guidelines.