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Points to consider when buying a garden kneeler or stool:
* Stability, especially for one handed user
* Strength in withstanding weight of heavy person
* Width
* Handle height and position for comfortable push up
* Comfort and durability of padding for knees
* Comfort of handle grip
* Weight for lifting and transporting
* Grip of base on garden surfaces
* Ease of cleaning
* Likelihood of rusting (aluminum and stainless steel preferable)
* Water resistance

Commonly available features:
* Reversible stool / kneeler

For further information talk to one of the listed suppliers or visit a variety or hardware store.

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These are general suggestions - if you experience considerable difficulty in performing gardening activities, consult an occupational therapist at a community health centre or aged care assessment team, make an appointment with the ILC, or talk to the horticultural therapist.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.