4SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
4.7Escalators
WARNING
DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
4.8Transferring To and From Other Seats
WARNING
Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving.
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward.
This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength.
Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the front casters parallel to it. Remove the armrest, if installed. Engage wheel locks. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath
you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.
FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats
Invacare®Top End Reveal™Wheelchair | 24 | Part No 1171880 |
