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back wheels touch ground at the same time.
4.3.4.2.3 Tilt the wheelchair back slightly and pull the tilted wheelchair far enough
into the road so that the casters and footrests can be lowered clear of
the kerb.
4.3.5 Going Up Kerbs
Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the
best method is to go up kerbs forwards as this maintains the direction of travel and
is physically less demanding for the attendant.
4.3.5.1 Going Up Kerbs Forwards With an Attendant
4.3.5.1.1 As the footrests nearly touch the kerb tilt the wheelchair. The wheelchair
should be tilted just high enough to allow the front casters to roll
smoothly onto the pavement.
4.3.5.1.2 Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are touching the kerb.
Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while moving
the wheelchair forwards.
4.3.5.2 Going Up Kerbs Backwards With an Attendant
Please note: for safety's sake we do not recommend using this method.
4.3.6 Going Up or Down Steps/Stairs
4.3.6.1 Please note: avoid flights of steps particularly if no extra help is available.
Use ramps or lifts wherever possible.
4.3.6.2 Two attendants are necessary, each capable of carrying at least half of the
combined weight of the person and the wheelchair.
4.3.6.3 Each helper should bend at the knees and grip the main frame: with the
front attendants hands just under the front of the seat, with the back
attendant's hands holding the frame just under the push handles.
CAUTION:
● Never hold on to movable or detachable parts
ALL LIFTING SHOULD BE DONE WITH A STRAIGHT BACK.
Straighten legs to lift the wheelchair. Carefully carry it up or down steps; be aware of
how you place your feet -- do not cross them and trip yourself up.