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Transportability
Occupant Restraints Instructions
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 fi t 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 fi t over the shoulder
and across the shoulder as illustrated in Fig D and E.
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 fi tted around the side frames at the intersection of the horizontal and
vertical frame tubes. (See Figs G - K)
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 fi tted to secure the wheelchair.
USER WEIGHT LESS THAN 22 kg
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.
Positioning Of Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints
On Wheelchair:
1. Location of the front and rear tie down labels (Fig. G-H-I).
2. Position of the front, (Fig.G) and rear, (Fig.H-I), wheelchair tie down restraint and the tie down label.
3. Side view of tie down straps, (Fig.J).
