Perform these daily wheelchair safety checks stay safe and prevent issues. Get simple wheelchair maintenance tips from the experts.
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Your wheelchair can take you on lots of adventures, so it's important that you regularly check it’s safe to use.
Here, our experts list the essential wheelchair checks that you should be doing every day.
These are the daily checks that our experts recommend you do when you first use your wheelchair:
You should be able to do these checks on your own but don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
The daily check list here is common sense and you’ll find that over time, it becomes automatic.
We recommend that you check your chair every day as soon as you sit down. It should take a few minutes and will give you peace of mind before you use it.
If you notice a problem, it’s important not to ignore it as it could be dangerous. It’s also not going to get any better unless you get it fixed.
You can make some adjustments at home, but you may need the help of a professional.
You can speak to your local wheelchair service (if you have one). Alternatively, you can contact the manufacturer or look for an independent wheelchair service centre.
It’s your responsibility to check your chair each day to ensure it’s safe to use. It should only take a few minutes to complete and, after a while, will become second nature.
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