Emergencies
Prepare wheelchairs in emergencies
Always check wheelchair is safe to use and all parts are working before fitting it to a person.
Check:
- That the weight of the person is not greater than the weight rating of the wheelchair
- The correct type of cushion is on the wheelchair
- The cushion size matches the seat size
- That leg support is attached to the correct side of the wheelchair, if needed.
Use the wheelchair safe and ready checklist to help you prepare the wheelchair.
Wheelchair safe and ready check
Use the TAP Wheelchair safe and ready checklist to make sure the wheelchair is safe to use and all parts are working.
Watch the video to learn how to complete a wheelchair safe and ready check.
Activity
In pairs, practice completing a wheelchair safe and ready check on one of the available wheelchairs.
Did you find any checks difficult?
Always check the wheelchair before fitting it to the person.
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