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Safety / Handling of Wheelchairs
Safety and handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the
wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most
common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and
maintenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these safe
techniques until you are comfortable in manoeuvring around the frequently
encountered architectural barriers.
Use this information only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on
the following pages have been used successfully by many users.
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities
that may differ from those described in this manual. All warnings and cautions
given in this manual MUST be followed.
Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and
assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.
Stability and Balance
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times
maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright
and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond the
centre of gravity.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on
the centre of gravity. Use the adjustable seatbelt for additional safety.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the
armrests. Make sure the castors are pointing in the forward position whenever
you lean forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then
reversing a little in a straight line.
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