13.3 Occupant Restraint Instruction:
• 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 75 degrees.
(Fig.13.3 - A).
• The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder
and across the chest as illustrated, (Fig 13.3 - A).
• Restraint belts must be adjusted as tightly as possible
consistent with user comfort.
• Restraint belt webbing must not be twisted when in use.
• Restraints should be mounted to the vehicle “B” pillar and
should not be held away from the body by wheelchair
components such as armrest or wheels, (Fig.13.3 - B).
• The tie down symbol (Fig.13.4) on the wheelchair frame
indicates the position of the wheelchair restraint straps.
These are positioned at the front, (Fig.13.5) and the rear,
(Fig.13.6), of the wheelchair base. Fit the front straps first,
then the rear. Tensionthe straps secure the wheelchair.
DANGER!
Fig.13.3
A Belt restraints should make contact with shoulder, chest
and pelvis. Pelvic supports should be positioned low on the
pelvis near the thigh - abdominal junction.
B Belt restraints should not be held away from the body by
wheelchair components, such as arm rests or wheels etc.
13.4 Positioning of the Tie Down Restraints:
Please refer to Frames, (13.7 - 13.8).
Forward Tie Down Brackets:
Fig.13.4
Rearward Tie Down Brackets:
Fig.13.5
Fig.13.6
Fig.13.3
A
B
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