Description
STRONGTEX Anti-Ligature T-shirt
The STRONGTEX Anti-Ligature T-Shirt is designed for use in behavioral health, psychiatric, correctional, and secure care environments where safety must be balanced with comfort, dignity, and practicality. Manufactured using specialist STRONGTEX fabric, the garment is engineered to help reduce ligature risks while providing a familiar, non-restrictive fit suitable for everyday wear in controlled settings.
Unlike traditional anti-ligature clothing that can feel overly clinical or restrictive, the STRONGTEX T-Shirt is designed to offer a more natural look and feel, helping individuals remain appropriately clothed without creating unnecessary discomfort or agitation. The smooth interior finish is gentle against the skin, while the high-drape fabric allows freedom of movement and breathability, making the garment suitable for prolonged wear in demanding environments.
This makes the T-shirt particularly suitable for settings where maintaining dignity, normality, and comfort is important, while still meeting the safety requirements of mental health units, secure facilities, and custodial environments.
STRONGTEX® Anti-Ligature Blanket – Product Features
- Inherently Flame-Retardant Fabric – Manufactured from 100% inherently flame-retardant polyester
- Anti-Ligature Design – Designed to help reduce the risk of ligature formation in high-risk settings
- No Ties, Elastic, or Strings – Helps minimize self-harm risks while maintaining a practical design
- High Tear-Resistance Fabric – Durable material suitable for challenging correctional, medical, and behavioral health environments
- Reinforced Stitching – High tenacity bonded nylon 6.6 thread for enhanced seam strength and durability
- Soft, Smooth Interior – Comfortable against the skin without compromising durability
- High Drape Fabric – Provides comfort without a restrictive or institutional feel
- Thermal Washable – Can be thermally disinfected at 160°F (71°C), meeting healthcare infection-control standards
Fabric Certification & Technical Information
The STRONGTEX® fabric used in this garment complies with the following standards:
Nightwear (Safety) Regulations 1985 – BS 5722:1984
- Certified for flammability performance
EN 388:2016+A1:2018 Fabric Performance
- Abrasion Resistance – Level 4 (maximum)
- Tear Resistance – Level 4 (maximum)
- Puncture Resistance – Level 2
Thermal Laundering Performance – BS EN ISO 6330:2012
- Tested for 50+ wash cycles at 160°F (71°C)
- Less than 4% shrinkage after thermal laundering
Declaration of Conformity for thermal laundering performance is available upon request.
STRONGTEX® garments are designed to balance safety, durability, and wearer dignity, ensuring individuals remain appropriately clothed and comfortable while meeting the safety requirements of correctional, medical, and behavioral health settings.
Who Is This Product Suitable For?
- Behavioral Health Facilities
- Psychiatric Hospitals
- Mental Health Units
- Correctional Facilities
- Detention Centers
- Secure & High-Risk Units
- Rehabilitation Facilities
Why Fabric Design and Colour Selection Matter
The STRONGTEX T-Shirt isn’t just about physical safety – it’s also designed to promote emotional well-being. The carefully selected lavender tone has a calming effect, known to reduce anxiety and promote a sense of peace, making it ideal for therapeutic settings. The fabric’s natural flame retardant provides long-term protection without the need for chemical treatments, ensuring the blanket remains safe and reliable even after repeated washing.
STRONGTEX® Safety Disclaimer
STRONGTEX® clothing is designed for durability but is not indestructible. These garments are intended to support safety procedures and do not replace the need for appropriate supervision, risk assessment, and care protocols.
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