Taking a temperature without touching the person is useful in any setting where infection control matters or where the client will not tolerate contact: dementia care, disability support, paediatrics and busy first aid rooms.
This infrared thermometer reads from the forehead in about a second at a short working distance, with the result shown on a backlit LCD. It is accurate across the normal human range, which is what matters when staff are screening or tracking a fever. The device is approved for supply in Australia and runs on standard AAA batteries, so there is nothing unusual to stock.
It is simple enough that support workers and family carers can use it correctly without training, which is the practical test for any device that goes into a home or a group house.
