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Reaching.for.objects
Avoid an extreme forward or back-
ward inclination of the upper body
when picking up or placing heavy ob-
jects. – Danger of tipping over or tilt-
ing!
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Before moving the upper part of
the body far forwards whilst in
the shower and toilet wheelchair,
increase the stability of the wheel-
chair by moving it rearwards un-
til the steering wheels point for-
wards.
Correct.procedure.when.reaching.
for.objects
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Position the wheelchair as close as
possible adjacent to the object.
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Swivel the front castors forward
by turning the wheelchair. This in-
creases the stability of the wheel-
chair.
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Operate the parking brake
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Carefully pick up the object.
