METHOD 3 - ( Figure 14 ) Kerbs, steps, platforms.

As a general rule, if you are using the wheelchair without assistance, do not try to negotiate obstacles more than 30 mm high, unless your wheelchair is fitted with anti-tip wheels which minimise the risk of tipping up backwards.

1.5 - Stairs

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We recommend that you take very great care when taking a wheelchair up or down stairs. Two people are required for this.

Advice to third persons

Make sure that you get hold of fixed, non-removable parts only. Use the following procedure for going up stairs

( Figure 15 )

1.Tilt the wheelchair to its point of equilibrium. One helper (at the back) holds the wheelchair up against the first step, gripping the handles firmly to lift.

2.The second helper, holding firmly a fixed part of the front frame, lifts the wheelchair above the stairs and holds it while the first helper places one foot on the following step and repeats the operation.

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3.The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step has been negotiated and until the chair is clear of the stairs.

WARNING

Escalators

Do not use an escalator to move a wheelchair from one floor to another. This may lead to serious injury.

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