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Version:
2022-03
8.6 DRIVING TECHNIQUES
– DOWN STAIRS –
Never use escalators, even if assisted by a
companion.
With assistance, forwards:
• Check that the anti tip is turned up.
• Drive the wheelchair forward to the first step of
the stair.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main
wheels.
• Have a firm grip on the push bow, and keep the
balance on the main wheel taking one step at the
time.
• Reaching the bottom of the stair, put the front
castors safely down on the floor.
Turn the anti-tip downwards.
If two companions are present, one person
can assist lifting in the front of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the
leg supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the
arm supports.
8.5 DRIVING TECHNIQUES
– UP STAIRS –
Always ask for assistance.
Never use escalators, even if assisted by a
companion.
With assistance, backwards.
• Check that the anti tip is turned up.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards to the first step of
the stairs.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main
wheels.
• Pull the wheelchair slowly up the stair, one step
at the time keeping the balance on the main
wheel.
• Reaching the top of the stair, pull the wheelchair
backwards far enough to put the front castors
safely down on the floor.
Turn the anti-tip downwards.
If two companions are present, one person
can assist lifting in the front of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the
leg supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the
arm supports.
The companions should use the strength in
their legs carrying the chair, avoiding
unnecessary stress on the back.
