There wouldn't be a problem with the strip but if you choose to use the
cord, which is more often used in the UK, this can cause problems.
It often gets tied up as electricians seem to install in the middle of
ceiling tiles, about 300mm away from the wall in the side transfer zone. If
you were to use the strip make sure that someone on a toilet could reach it.
If they get into problems whilst sat.
Regards Jane
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Shane Hogan
Sent: 12 December 2008 10:00
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Subject: Re: Call bells in the bathroom - an alternative
Hi Jane - Thanks for your response. Can you clarify why you would be
concerned about having this panic strip NOT within the transfer zone? I'm
guessing that you are concerned that the wheels of a wheelchair could bump
against the panic strip during normal usage, triggering the alarm?
I understood that the general approach for these strips was to run them
right
around all walls, so that it would be reachable by anyone who falls to the
floor. Could an appropriate height for the strip be chosen to eliminate the
chance of accidental triggering with the wheels, but still leave it within
reach
of a person stranded on the floor?
Best regards
Shane
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