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2.4 Kerbs
2.4.1 Whenever possible get help from an assistant/attendant (if you have
assistance make sure that your chair is equipped with push handles)
2.4.2 Avoid hard impacts when descending a kerb. A hard impact could adversely
affect the wheelchair.
2.4.3 Never try to scale or descend kerbs that exceed a normal height.
2.4.4 Always take care when climbing kerbs or turning on slopes and never move in
reverse without an assistant.
2.5 Stairs
2.5.1 Always use two or more assistants. Tilt the wheelchair to its point of
equilibrium. One assistant (at the back) holds the wheelchair up against the first step,
gripping the handles firmly to lift. The second assistant, holding firmly a fixed part of
the front frame, lifts the wheelchair above the stairs and holds it while the first
attendant places one foot on the following step and repeat the operation (See
below Figure)
2.5.2 Never go down steps forwards.
2.5.3 Never use an escalator for transport, use an elevator.
2.6 Streets
2.6.1 Always use extreme caution when crossing streets. Reflective tape on the
wheelchair and/or your clothing will make you more visible to drivers.
2.6.2 Please comply with traffic safety code.
2.6.3 Avoid potholes and rough terrain that might cause the casters to become
stuck. (See Figure 2.4)
