Important Safety Notice – Risks Associated with Hot Water Bottles

Recent safety reviews have identified significant risks associated with hot water bottles, including:

• Burn injuries caused by direct contact with skin or accidental leaks.
• Material degradation over time, which can lead to splitting or bursting.
• Incorrect filling practices, such as using boiling water or overfilling, increasing the risk of accidents.

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of those you support, it is crucial to have clear guidance in place to manage these risks when using hot water bottles. For more detailed information click RoSPA- Keeping safe as well as warm: How RoSPA is reducing the risk of burns from hot water bottles