Drive Medical Tub Transfer Bench | NDIS Bathroom Safety Aid

Reclaim confidence in the bathroom. The Drive Medical Plastic Tub Transfer Bench is a robust piece of assistive technology designed to prevent falls and promote independence during bathing.

For NDIS participants with reduced mobility, balance issues, or post-surgical restrictions, climbing over a bathtub wall is one of the most dangerous daily tasks. This bench solves that problem by bridging the gap. The user simply sits on the outside of the bench and slides safely across into the tub, eliminating the need to lift legs high while standing on a wet surface.

How This Device Supports NDIS Participants

Fall Prevention (Safety): By allowing the user to remain seated throughout the entire entry and exit process, the risk of slipping on wet tiles or losing balance while stepping over the bath rim is drastically reduced.

Promoting Independence: Many participants require a carer solely to help them get in and out of the bath. This bench can often restore enough functional capacity to allow the user to bathe independently or with minimal supervision, preserving dignity.

High Weight Capacity: Engineered with a durable aluminium frame and blow-moulded plastic, it supports users up to 181 kg. This makes it a reliable choice for bariatric support or users who need absolute stability.

Versatile & Reversible: Bathrooms come in all layouts. The backrest and armrest on this bench can be reversed without tools, allowing it to be set up for either left-sided or right-sided bathtubs.

Key Features & Benefits

Safe Transfer Method: Wide seat (66 cm) extends beyond the bath edge, allowing users to sit down safely before swinging their legs into the tub.
Tool-Free Assembly: The backrest, legs, and armrest snap into place easily, making setup quick and stress-free for participants or family members.
Height Adjustable: Legs extend from 44.5 cm to 57 cm in precise increments (1.2 cm), ensuring the bench sits level even if the bathroom floor and tub floor are at different heights.
Secure Footing: Equipped with large, non-slip rubber tips (and typically suction-style cups for the inner legs) to lock the bench securely against the tub floor, preventing dangerous shifting during use.
Easy Hygiene: The plastic seat features drainage holes to prevent water pooling and is easy to wipe down and sanitize.

NDIS Funding Information

This item is classified as Assistive Technology for Personal Care and Safety. It is commonly claimed under:

• Consumables: 03_090000911_0103_1_2 (Bath/Shower Chair/Stool)

• Assistive Technology: 05_090000911_0103_1_2 (Assistive Products for Personal Care and Safety)

We strongly recommend consulting with your Occupational Therapist (OT) to ensure this bench fits your specific bathtub dimensions and bathroom layout.

Meticulous Specifications

• Brand: Drive Medical

• Product Type: Tub Transfer Bench

• Frame Material: Corrosion-resistant Aluminium (A-frame construction)

• Seat Material: Durable Blow-Moulded Plastic

• Weight Capacity: 181 kg

• Seat Dimensions: 66 cm (Width) x 47 cm (Depth)

• Seat Height (Adjustable): 44.5 cm – 57 cm

• Total Width (At Base): Approx. 81 cm (Requires adequate floor space)

• Backrest: Reversible (Left or Right setup)

• Assembly: Tool-Free

Package Includes

• 1 x Plastic Seat Platform

• 1 x Reversible Backrest

• 1 x Removable Armrest

• 4 x Height Adjustable Legs

• 1 x Assembly Instruction Guide