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Section 14 – 2
Operation of wheelchair
Descending from obstacle
Descending from shallow obstacles can be dealt with by rolling forward and keeping the body
in an upright position.
Higher obstacles can be dealt with by reversing. Bring the two large wheels to the edge of the
obstacle and slowly easing down using the push rim as a brake and the body leaning
forwards to avoid tipping.
WARNING!
Descending stairs unattended is not recommended and
should be as a last resort and done with extreme caution.
Where possible, elevators or access ramps should be
used. If however, it is necessary to descend stairs, the
push handles are only to be used by the attendant to
stabilize the chair and occupant during the descent. Rate
of descent, should be controlled by the occupant, using
the rear wheel push rims.
Section 14 – 3
Static Stability
Reaching forward, to the side or to the back of the wheelchair will affect the stability of the
wheelchair.
Do not take risks, especially when the chair is not on level plane.
Section 15
Transporting your chair
To date there is no recognized Australian Standard that covers wheelchairs suitable for
vehicle transport while the user is in the chair.
However the G2 manual chair is suitable for transport within a vehicle provided the
appropriate tie-down brackets are fitted and a 4 point restraint system (Unwin) is used. Where
possible, wheelchair occupants should be transferred into and use the proper vehicle seat
and restraints. Your vehicle restraint system must comply with AS2942-1994.
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