The system should normally be secured using a three stage process:
Seat > Wheelchair > Occupant
Ensure that the seating system is fully secured onto the locking interface board,
which secures it to the wheelchair. The red safety strap must also be securely
fastened around the wheelchair push handles. If you are unclear about this stage,
contact your local wheelchair service or Active Design.
The wheelchair should be secured into the vehicle by the transport provider (bus
driver).
It should normally only be used forward facing and will normally be secured with a
four point tie-down system (special webbing belts at each corner).
The transport provider should secure the user with an extra seat belt (similar to
that used in a car).
Care should be taken with the placement of the lap strap to ensure it is placed so as
to lie across the hips in a position where it will anchor the pelvis and not ride up
into the abdomen. The shoulder strap should be positioned across the torso and
over the shoulder, ensuring the strap neither cuts into the neck or slides off the
shoulder.
Posture belts & harnesses should remain fastened.
The following Journey Checklist may help to ensure all steps are taken to ensure
the safe use of the CAPS Seating System in transport.
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