Greencare DB1J 13, User Manual

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USING THE WHEELCHAIR SAFELY
Getting in and out.
For maximum safety, these operations should
be carried out with the help, or co-operation of
an attendant, even if this is only to hold the
push handles and keep the wheelchair in
position whilst the occupant is carrying out the
transfer operations.
It will be usual for the occupant to transfer in
and out of the wheelchair into another chair or
supporting surface. The wheelchair should be
positioned so that the distance from one
support to the other is minimal, and can be
achieved in a single assisted movement.
The occupant should always try to assist the
attendant wherever possible to share the total
effort. Wheelchair occupants may be heavier
than they look, and handling operations are
often carried out several times in a day, so
getting organised is important in the long
term. Carers should not attempt to lift a
wheelchair occupant without help. If this is not
possible a hoist may be required for these
operations.
Getting in occupant standing forwards.
Making sure that the brakes are on, flip up the
foot support plates to open up the standing
space at the front of the chair. Footrests may
be detached or swivelled away inwards or
outwards for easier access.
The occupant may be able to help by pushing
on the armrests to provide some body support
whilst being lowered into the seat.Greencare
have an available option of the forward
support armrest which provides additional
grip area for this operation. This is particularly
recommended for very heavy occupants.
When the occupant is seated in the chair, the
footrest plates may be pushed back down to
locate the feet at the required position. At this
point it may be necessary to set the footrest
height and position.
Getting out occupant standing forwards.
Making sure that the brakes are on, flip up the
foot support plates to open up the standing
space in front of the chair. Footrests may be
detached or swivelled away inwards or
outwards for easier access.
The occupant should place a hand on each
armrest, bend slightly forward and place both
feet well back and firmly on the ground, then
push upwards to a standing position to assist
the carer.
Occupant side transfer
The occupant normally controls this
operation, with the carer available for
assistance as required. Side transfer should
not be attempted on slopes, or on slippery
surfaces. If there is a gap between the two
seat surfaces, it may help to slide along a
smooth transfer board.
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