Hi,
I am looking for anyone's experience or information on best practice in
relation to use of stop switch for switch driven power wheelchairs.
Should a stop switch be on all switch driven chairs or should individual
risk assessments be undertaken before a decision is made?
I have concern over the reliability of switches. If the switch fails in the
closed position or becomes stuck down for some reason the chair will move
out of control until someone presses the on/off button on the chair or
presses a stop switch (if it has been installed!). Most switch users are
unable to press the on/off button.
Look forward to any information in this area.
Thanks,
Sean Loughran,
Enable Ireland,
Eastern Region High Tech Assistive Technology,
Cashel Road Business Park,
Cashel Road,
Crumlin,
Dublin 12
Tel: 01 4992356
Fax: 01 4992308
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