Bariatric Transport
8 specialist bariatric vehicles with heavy-duty tail lifts, extended stretchers rated to 350 kg+, and bariatric-trained crews across England.
Specialist Bariatric Fleet
Our 8 bariatric-specification vehicles are purpose-built and purpose-fitted — not standard PTS vehicles adapted post-manufacture.
8 Vehicles
Dedicated bariatric-spec ambulances across our 9-depot network.
350 kg+ Rated
Heavy-duty tail lifts and stretchers rated to a minimum of 350 kg — exceeding standard NEPTS specification.
Extended Stretchers
Extended-width, extended-length stretchers with motorised adjustment for patient comfort and crew safety.
Reinforced Fittings
Reinforced floor anchoring, heavy-duty safety straps, and wide-door access to reduce patient manual handling risk.
Clinical Triage Process
Every bariatric referral is clinically triaged before dispatch to ensure the right vehicle and crew configuration.
Referral & Weight Confirmation
Referrer provides patient weight, BMI and relevant clinical information. Our triage team confirms the appropriate vehicle specification.
Equipment Check
Vehicle and stretcher rated capacity verified against patient requirements. Additional equipment (e.g., hoist) arranged if required.
Access Assessment
Where necessary, crew will contact the collection or destination address in advance to assess access — doorway widths, lift availability, ground floor access.
Joint Planning for Complex Cases
For patients whose weight or clinical presentation exceeds standard parameters, we work directly with the hospital bariatric team to plan the journey.
Crew Training
- ✓Bariatric manual handling — patient-transport specific (not general MH training)
- ✓Safe use of powered tail lifts and motorised stretchers
- ✓Bariatric patient communication and dignity in care
- ✓Equipment inspection and maintenance protocols
- ✓Partnership with hospital bariatric teams on complex discharges
- ✓Clear escalation pathway where weight or condition exceeds equipment capacity
- ✓Enhanced DBS checked — renewed every 3 years
- ✓Basic Life Support — refreshed annually
Bariatric Transport Referral
Call our clinical dispatch team to refer a bariatric patient. Please have patient weight, clinical requirements and collection details ready.
📞 Call 0333 300 2960