Alex How does wheelchair tracking work in the workplace?
By combining inventory tracking with staff tracking, the management can also locate the employee closest to any abandoned wheelchair and have them take care of returning it accordingly. Like this, you can not only retain your high value asset, but also manage your employees and work assignments efficiently to increase your ROI.
What’s the role of a wheelchair in everyday life?
An appropriate wheelchair provides the user the freedom to move around, allowing the user to access day to day physical activity as they push around conducting activities of daily living increasing overall physical activity levels and day to day mobility.
How many people have access to a wheelchair?
In addition, it was estimated that in 2003, 20 million of those requiring a wheelchair for mobility did not have one. There are indications that only a minority of those in need of wheelchairs have access to them, and of these very few have access to an appropriate wheelchair.
How often do you need to check your wheelchair?
It is important that you check the wheelchair once a week for any defects or damage. This is essential for your safety and to get the most effective use of your wheelchair. 1. Brakes Check they are secure, properly adjusted and work correctly. 2. Wheels/Tyres Check castors swivel freely. Check tyre pressures and tread.
Which is better a manual or power wheelchair?
A manual wheelchair will meet the needs of most patients and families. Manual wheelchairs are lower cost and need less maintenance. They are pushed by a caregiver or wheeled by the patient (self-propelled). Power wheelchairs are good for patients who do not have the upper body strength to propel the chair themselves.
How to avoid obstacles when using a wheelchair?
Everyday obstacles If you are using the wheelchair without help, you must: • Avoid obstacles higher than 30mm (e.g. a low kerb), unless you have special anti tippers fitted to the wheelchair. • Avoid going up or coming down gradients (slopes) greater than 1 in 11 (9%) which is a drop of more than 1 foot over 11 feet.
What are the benefits of using a wheelchair together?
1 Reduce risk of falls due to weakness, balance problems, or nerve damage 2 Decrease pain or fatigue caused by walking or standing 3 Limit weight bearing after surgery 4 Get around safely after anesthesia or when taking medications that cause drowsiness or confusion
What’s the proper way to turn in a wheelchair?
• To turn right, hold the right hand rim steady and push forward the left hand rim. • To turn left, hold the left hand rim steady and push forward the right hand rim. • Always check there are no obstacles in your way when turning. • Many pavements and roads slope towards the kerb, causing the wheelchair to veer to one side.