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Safe Operation for Transit & Self Propel Type Wheelchair
When using wheelchairs indoors beware of narrow doors, steps, high surfaces. Protruding wall fittings and everyday household items such as childrens toy's, electrical appliances. Take extra care in kitchen environments. To ensure stability and safe control you must maintain proper balance at all times. All wheelchairs are designed to remain stable during normal use as long as the user does not move his/her centre of gravity outside the normal seating position.When reaching/bending forward do not lean your body out of the wheelchair further than the length of the armrests. Do not attempt to reach objects by sliding forwards to the edge of the seat. When reaching/bending backwards do not reach any further than your arm will extend without changing your seating position. Never attempt to use an escalator or stiarway, always use a lift. Occasionally check that the adjustments of the footrests, armrests and controllers are secure and are set in the most comfortable position for use.
Safety Guidelines for Transit & Self Propel Type Wheelchair
- Do not use on the road, except when crossing between pavements. When crossing the carriageway of a public road always take extra care and observe the highway code
- Do not ride over deep, soft terrain such as deep grass, loose gravel or soft dirt
- Do not attempt to mount a kerb without assistance
- Do not carry passangers
- It is recommended that users do not sit in the wheelchairs when in a vehicle, but transfer to a vehicle seat
- Always engage a slow speed when going down gradients
- Do not ride in reverse down a slop or kerb
- Always keep your feet on the footplate when moving
- Do not stand on the footplate when getting in or out of the wheelchair
- Always keep pneumatic tyres at the correct tyre pressure
- Where applicable it is advised to use the safety belt
The following selection of links have been gathered to provide you with more information in regards to accessibility issues and useful generic wheelchair sites:
http://www.disabledgo.info
DisabledGo provides free detailed access information for disabled people across the UK. DisabledGO believes that society disables people by not making goods and services accessible to all. Our detailed access information will empower you to judge for your self which hotels, cinemas, restaurants, solicitor's offices, pubs, train stations - all kinds of shops and services- are accessible to you
http://www.betterlifehealthcare.com/products.php?catID=3&subID=24
A leading on-line supplier of over thirty different types of self propel and transit wheelchairs at internet discounted prices.
http://www.dlf.org.uk
The leading UK disability charity providing advice and information for independent living. Providing completely impartial advice and information free to the public through their Advice Services Helpline and Equipment Demonstration Centre (EDC).
http://www.abilityonline.org
Ability OnLine is a free internet community where children/youth with disabilities/illness and their parents can meet others like them, make friends from all over the world, share their hopes and fears, find role-models and mentors, and feel like they belong.
http://www.ability2travel.com
People with special needs can now enjoy domestic and international travel with the expert care and assistance of an experienced personal assistant / travel Companion.
http://www.disability.gov.uk
Official site that helps people find out about their civil rights and to see more clearly how useful the Internet can be as a source for information.
http://www.dialuk.info
Welcome to DIAL UK, a national organisation for a network of 160 local disability information and advice services run by and for disabled people. Last year DIALs helped over a quarter of a million disabled people.
For any individuals who are currently thinking about purchasing any type of wheelchair for their own personal use or for a relative/friend the choice is often difficult even after taking into consideration the tips on our website and seeking advice from professional bodies. Betterlifehealthcare.com operates a 24 hour freephone help line to assist its new and existing customers. Should you have any questions related to purchasing a wheelchair or would like to discuss the range available to suit your particular needs please feel free to contact our partner on the following details:
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