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A Buyers Guide - Vehicle Lifts
ILC Reference NO 51:23:600
Item sourced from ILC ACT database
Short Description
Checklist of points to consider when selecting a vehicle hoist to lift a person in a wheelchair into a van or bus.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
. Australian Standards 3856 Approved:
- Ask the supplier for a copy of the Australian Standards Certificate. If you buy a lift without standards approval you may find your insurance company will not cover you in the event of an accident.
- The vehicle will not be approved by ACT Motor Registry if the hoist does not comply with the standard.
. Look for safety features such as:
- Safety flap to stop wheelchair rolling off edge of platform.
- Manual back up system in the event of power failure.
- Hydraulic limit switches at top and bottom of lift ride.
- Pressure sensitive over ride circuit that stops the platform folding
when loaded.
- Handrails
- Non-skid platform
. External, Internal or Underbody installation:
- External tailgate loaders will be approved by ACT Motor Registry under certain conditions relating to the amount of overhang from the rear of the vehicle.
- Internal use more floor space but can be operated inside the van.
- Underbody hoists can only be fitted to front wheel drive vehicles or buses with high ground clearance - leave exit freely accessible.
. Rear or side loading:
- Lay out of the vehicle - ease of positioning wheelchair, ease of exit in emergency.
- Location mainly used e.g. is the driveway wide enough for side
loading, is there sufficient room to load from the rear or side in
car parks commonly used.
. Size of hoist:
- amount of floor space it takes up
- Height of hoist and door clearance
. Split or one piece platform: split platform allows use of the doorway (more important with side installation).
. Weight of unit: if you have a small van you may need to add some extra leaf springs to the suspension.
. Operating noise: some children can be prone to fitting at sudden movements or loud noises.
. Warranty: some manufacturers offer 90 days warranty while others offer up to 5 years.
. Reputation: ask suppliers for a list of people who own their equipment and talk to these people.
. Installation:
- An approved automotive engineer should install the hoist and can supply an engineering certificate for approval by the ACT Motor Registry.
- Notify your insurance company of any modifications to the vehicle.
NOTE: An approved wheelchair and occupant restraint system must be installed if a person is transported positioned in a wheelchair.
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