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The wheelchair should be secured to the vehicle floor in-line with the direction of travel.
The occupant should be separately restrained to the vehicle and
NOT
to the wheelchair.
Installers and operators of restraint systems should be trained in their correct use by the restraint
manufacturer, or approved specialist. Additional fittings such as trays should be removed and
stowed separately. It is recommended that wheelchairs with a full height backrest or head rest
are used to prevent excessive movement of the head both during normal travel and in the event
of an impact.
R J Mobility recommend the Unwin 4 – Point Tie Down system. However, it is important
to ensure that the user restraint buckle is facing away from the wheelchair rear wheel to avoid
danger of accidental unlatching.
This product has been used to transport users in motor vehicles over many years without
serious incident and it must be decided by the user/carer whether to do so at their own risk.
It is
not as safe as traveling in a vehicle seat and there are risks involved.
These are minimised
with the use of effective recommended equipment/restraints and our company believes in
freedom of choice for informed individuals so please be aware of the risks and make your own
informed choice.
Amendment Record
ISSUE
SECTION
DATE
AMENDED
COMMENTS
03
ALL
12-02-06
WARNINGS HIGHLIGHTED.
04
ALL
24-10-06
GRAMMAR CORRECTIONS.
