Sacramento State Housing Community Guide 2025-2026 - Flipbook - Page 41
Bed Safety Guidelines
Definitions & Descriptions:
University Beds:
The University provides an XL twin bed for each occupant. Bed styles may vary due to the variations in furniture inventory.
University Mattress:
The University provides an XL twin mattress for each occupant. Mattresses are a split foam offering a dual comfort level, with one side of the mattress
providing soft comfort and the other side of the mattress providing firm comfort. Mattress comfort levels are clearly labeled, allowing students to select
their comfort level and flip the mattress to best suit their sleeping comfort needs. Mattresses meet the FR Rating, the level of protection provided by
fire-resistant fabric against fire hazards.
Standard bed:
A standard bed configuration is when one (1) bed is stand-alone on the floor, not part of a loft or bunk bed configuration.
• The spring deck for a standard (stand-alone) bed shall be attached at the pin levels 4th and 5th or 5th and 6th, allowing approximately 19” – 22”
floor-to-bed space, to permit a two-drawer dresser or underbed storage. It is suggested not to lower a standard bed less than 19”-22” above the
floor unless underbed dressers and storage can be placed elsewhere safely.
• If a student requires additional underbed storage, the standard (stand-alone) beds are deemed safe per the manufacturer to be raised as high as
the 1st and 2nd pin levels, also known as “Captain Height”. If a standard bed is at the very top setting, 1st and 2nd pin levels, a student may also
submit a request for the installation of a “Safety Guardrail” if they choose.
• If your bed is raised higher than the 5th and 6th pin or set to “Captain Height,” it is strongly suggested that students bring a sturdy step stool to assist
with getting into and out of the bed.
Bunk Bed:
A bunk bed configuration is when one (1) bed is placed on top of another; the top and bottom beds are affixed by bed posts and supported by the
installation of four (4) bunking pins. All bunk beds will include a ladder and a safety guardrail installed on the top bunk.
When setting up and inspecting beds for safety compliance the University shall expect to see that:
• The four (4) bunking or lofting pins are visible from the top of the bed end to the spring deck.
• The Spring deck for top bunk should be attached to the bed ends at the 5th and 6th pins from the top of the bed ends.
• Spring deck for bottom bunk should be attached at the 5th and 6th pin levels that permit approximately 19” floor to bed space, permitting a twodrawer dresser to fit under the bed.
Lofted Bed:
A lofted bed configuration is when one (1) bed is raised to the height of a bunked bed and supported by a stabilizer bar, two (2) bed ends, and four (4)
bed lofting pins. All lofted beds will include a ladder and a safety rail installed on the bed. Lofted beds provide no more than approximately 19 inches (6
notches from the top) of space below the bed.
• Lofted beds are only located in specific buildings (Riverview, Desmond, Draper, and Jenkins) and in select triple occupancy rooms. Rooms with
lofted beds are selected based on the room shape, size, and ceiling height.
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