Manual wheelchairs for people weighing more than 120kg can be customised by the following manufacturers.
| Specification | Standard |
|---|---|
| Armrest Height (from seat) | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Backrest Height | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Legrest Length | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Load Capacity (supplier stated) | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Seat Depth | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Seat Width | Unknown, Can be customised. |
| Weight (kg) | Unknown, Can be customised. |
Manufacturers
*Caboolture Wheelchairs (Qld)
Stallion stainless steel sports wheelchair. Rigid or folding frame.
* ETS Marketing (Qld)
(NSW Supplier:Paraquad Engineering)
* Infinite Rehab Solutions (Qld)
Will make a rigid frame wheelchair up to 125kg load capacity.
* Glide (WA)
(NSW Supplier: Able Rehabilitation Equipment / ASACare)
Glide 3 wheelchair can be customised (at least up to 660mmm seat width)
* Mobility Plus (Vic)
(NSW Supplier: GTK Rehab)
* Mogo (NSW)
Standard load capacity is 120kg but will make a stronger frame for a heavier person
Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require an RTA approved restraint system. The wheelchair and the occupant need to be separately secured to the vehicle itself.
RTA approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that supports the user in the wheelchair but is not part of the vehicle restraint system.
The use of a headrest is not legally required but strongly recommended. Easily detachable, folding headrests which fit a wheelchair with standard push handles are available. Refer to section Wheelchair, Scooter, Cushions, ramps / Postural Supports - Seating System: Restraint+ Head+Back+Seats
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