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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
Item Details
Buyers Guide - Fixtures And Mounts
ILC Reference NO 62:26:001
Item sourced from ILC NSW database
Short Description
Many devices for people with disabilities including switches, portable computers, communication systems and environmental controls, will need to be fixed in a certain position to enable independent use. Fixtures and mounts are used for this purpose. Mounting is often necessary for clients who are mobile in a wheelchair. The mounting system should be flexible so that the device may be accessible when in use but safely out of the way when it is not needed.
Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 16/02/2011
More Details
Mounting equipment may take many forms including fixed or swing away mounting arms, bags or baskets attached to the wheelchair, or customised frames built into a part of the wheelchair or tray.
The purpose of mounting equipment is to:
(i) ensure consistent positioning;
(ii) make equipment portable and available in a variety of places
(eg. classroom, playground, shops, home);
(iii) make equipment available in a variety of positions (eg. wheelchair, bed, standing frame);
(iv) ensure safety of equipment.
It is very important to consider the impact of the combined weight of a device plus a mount on the balance of a wheelchair. This should be tested with a person in and out of the wheelchair.
When commercially available solutions do not meet needs, customised solutions should be considered in consultation with occupational therapists, technicians or rehabilitation engineers. In some situations it may be advisable to consult an expert in the area of technology for people with disabilities. The Computer Assistive Technology Services (CATS) is a division of Northcott and located in North Parramatta. They also travel extensively throughout NSW. The Assistive Technology Service of Cerebral Palsy Alliance is located in Allambie Heights.
Specific assistance regarding customisation may be available from the following:
REHABILITATION ENGINEERS
Rehabilitation engineers have a special interest in designing and building equipment and rehabilitation equipment for people with disabilities. They can be contacted at major hospitals and through ARATA (Australian Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Association Inc).
WORKSHOPS ATTACHED TO ORGANISATIONS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
The expertise and services available at any workshop will vary between organisations. Frequently, workshops will be staffed by people with experience in seating, electronics, wheelchairs, prosthetics, orthotics, and carpentry. Northcott and Cerebral Palsy Alliance both have workshops with experienced staff. Some hospitals will also have workshops.
TECHNICAL AID TO THE DISABLED (TAD)
TAD are a group of volunteers throughout NSW who specialise in providing customised solutions for people with a disability. They can provide imaginative solutions for a variety of seemingly difficult circumstances.
UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS
Occasionally, university engineering departments can assist with customised solutions. Post graduate students are sometimes required to design and build innovative, imaginative devices with a specific purpose in mind.
This information has been prepared by the COMPUTER ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICE (Div. of Northcott).
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp
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