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4. 19.1.2 Move the wheelchair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it
back slightly. Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels
cross the kerb edge. Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground
at the same time to avoid tipping the wheelchair.
4. 19.1.3 Gently lower the front casters, and AVOID JARRING THE USER.
4.19.2 Going Down Kerbs Backwards with an Attendant.
CAUTION:
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This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to
step backwards into the road.
4.19.2.1 Back the wheelchair to the kerb edge and be careful that the back
wheels are equally near the edge.
4. 19.2.2 Grasping the push handles, gently lower the rear wheels onto the
road. Be prepared to control the weight as it descends and ensure
that the back wheels touch ground at the same time.
4. 19.2.3 Tilt the wheelchair back slightly and pull the tilted wheelchair far
enough into the road so that the casters and footrests can be
lowered clear of the kerb.
4.20 Going Up Kerbs
Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant
and the best method is to go up kerbs forwards as this maintains the
direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant.
4.20.1 Going Up Kerbs Forwards with an Attendant
4.20.1.1 As the footrests nearly touch the kerb tilt the wheelchair. The
wheelchair should be tilted just high enough to allow the front
casters to roll smoothly onto the pavement.
4. 20.1.2 Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are touching the
kerb. Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while
moving the wheelchair forwards.
4.20.2 Going Up Kerbs Backwards With an Attendant
Please note: for safety's sake we do not recommend using this method
