Question 1

Why should I replace my polished stainless steel or acrylic mirrors?

Accepted Answer

Patients suffering from mental health issues are getting the best care when they are in your facility. We believe the care you provide should extend to the mirror in your patient's room. Waking-up each morning to the distortion of a polished steel or acrylic mirror could negatively impact a patient's recovery. Switch to the RAO Hybrid Safety Mirror, and offer the best care available.

Question 2

What size is the frame and mirror?

Accepted Answer

The frame size is 17" wide x 23-3/8" high. 
 
The visible portion of the mirror is 14" wide x 20" high.

Question 3

What is the Hybrid Safety Mirror frame made of?

Accepted Answer

The frame is made of metal, and powercoated in a gloss white finish.  It is ligature resistant and Class A fire-rated.

Question 4

What makes the mirror appropriate for behavioral health?

Accepted Answer

The mirror is acutally 3 components - a tempered glass front surrface, a PVB interlayer, and a highly reflective glass mirror at the back. The total package is a Class “A” Fire Rated and non-distorting unitized product.

Question 5

How is the Guardian Frame different than the Hybrid Safety Mirror Frame?

Accepted Answer

The Guardian Frame is designed to display artwork and communication products in a dry environment.  It is a solid wood frame that can be finished in one of RAO's standard (4) stains or a custom stain. 
 
The Hybrid Safety Mirror frame is a white, high-quality, durable powder coated metal frame designed for wet environments.

Question 6

How is the Hybrid Safety Mirror different than a standard glass mirror?

Accepted Answer

The Hybrid safety mirror is actually composed of 3 different materials.  The first surface is tempered glass.  The next layer is PVB (Polyvinyl butyral) which is a thin film with excellent optical clarity, toughness and flexibility. It is best known as the material in automobile windshields that holds the glass together during impact. The last layer is a traditional mirror. 
 
The whole package together creates a material that has the reflective qualities of a standard glass mirror but is safe for behavioral health environments.

Question 7

Is the Hybrid Safety Mirror Class A fire-rated?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the frame and Hybrid Safety Mirror are Class A fire-rated.

Question 8

How much does the framed Hybrid Safety Mirror weigh?

Accepted Answer

The framed Hybrid Safety Mirror weighs 15 pounds (7kg).

Question 9

Is the Hybrid Safety Mirror ligature resistant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shape of the hybrid safety mirror frame is ligature resistant.

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