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National Child Protection Week 2025 is the 7th to the13th September and is part of a nationwide initiative to prevent child abuse and neglect. This year’s theme ‘Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action’ encourages us all to take practical steps towards ensuring all children are safe. The Big Situations: Child Safe resource can support educators take action and prepare and respond to child safety and wellbeing concerns.

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Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System (Small)

  • Toileting

    • Description

    The Rifton HTS a unique Tilt-In-Space commode system, and offers support and comfort.

    The Tilt-In-Space base option has a gas assisted cylinder that tilts up to 5o forward for easier transfer, as well as 25o back for showering and hair washing. It is hygienic, versatile and adaptable to most toilets.

    Many elements of the HTS are designed to fit a wide range of sizes, body types and special needs - allowing room for growth over time.

    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Enables children to be changed in a safe and respectful manner
    • Supports individual children’s hygiene needs

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consider children’s health, hygiene, privacy and dignity when using any toileting aids
    • Educators should consult therapists and families when determining which toileting aids will be most suitable for a child and to promote safe lifting

    Further Information

    Rifton | The Rifton HTS Hygiene & Toileting System: adaptive toileting equipment for people with special needs

    Tadpole Adaptive | Rifton HTS: Hygiene and Toileting System - Bing video

    Storage and use

    • This equipment is designed for use in bathrooms and needs to be stored indoors

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