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3. The attachment points to the chair are the inner front
side frame just above the castor, and the rear side frame.
The straps are fitted around the side frames at the
intersection of the horizontal and vertical frame tubes.
(See Figs G - H)
4. The tie down symbol (Fig F) on the wheelchair frame
indicates the position of the wheelchair restraint straps.
The straps are then tensioned after the front straps have
been fitted to secure the wheelchair.
USER WEIGHT LESS THAN 22 kg (48 lb 8.0 oz)
When the user being transported is a child, less than
22Kg mass and the vehicle involved has less than eight
(8) seated passengers it is recommended that they be
transferred to an UNCE Regulation 44 compliant child
restraint system (CRS).
This type of restraint system provides a more effective
occupant restraint system than the conventional 3 point
occupant restraint system and some CRS systems also
include additional postural supports to assist in
maintaining the position of the child when seated.
Parents or care providers may consider the option, in
some circumstances, for their child is to remain in their
wheelchair whilst in transport due to the level of posture
control and comfort provided by the set up in the
wheelchair.
We would recommend in such circumstances that a risk
assessment be carried out by your healthcare
professional and relevant competent persons.
Transportability – positioning of wheelchair tie down
restraints on wheelchair
The wheelchair secured with front wheelchair tie down
restraints. (Fig. G).
Position of the rear wheelchair tie down restraint, (Fig H).
12. The safety of the user during transportation depends
upon the diligence of the person securing the tie-down
restraints and they should have received appropriate
instructions and/or training in their use.
13. Wherever possible remove and stow safely away
from the wheelchair all auxiliary equipment, for example:
Crutches, Loose cushions and Tray Tables.
14. Articulating/elevating leg rest should not be used in
the elevated position when the wheelchair and user are
being transported and the wheelchair is restrained using
Wheelchair Transport and Occupant Restraints.
15. Reclining backrests should be returned to an upright
position.
16. The manual brakes must be firmly applied.
17. Restraints should be mounted to the vehicle “B” pillar
and should not be held away from the body by wheelchair
components such as armrest or wheels.
Occupant Restraints Instruction:
1. The pelvic restraint belt must be worn low across the
front of the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic belt is
within the preferred zone of 30 to 75 degrees to the
horizontal.
A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is
desirable i.e. closer to, but never exceeding 75degrees.
(Fig C).
2. The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder
and across the chest as illustrated Fig d and e
Restraint belts must be adjusted as tightly as possible
consistent with user comfort.
Restraint belt webbing must not be twisted when in use.
The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder
and across the shoulder as illustrated in Fig D and E.
Transportability Cont..
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.C
PREFERED
ZONE
Fig.F
Fig. G
Fig. H
