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Item Details
Buyers Guide: Accessible Vehicles
ILC Reference NO 51:02:900
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
SHORT DESCRIPTION
The ability to access a vehicle in a wheelchair requires the purchase of a modified vehicle with ramp or platform entry into it or the purchase of a second hand vehicle that allows for similar modifications to take place. Some vehicles suitable for modification are the Toyota Hi Ace, Toyota Tarago, Ford Transit, Mercedes Vito, Renault Kangoo, Volkswagen Caddy and Kia Carnival Some suppliers will lower the floor of the vehicle to improve access. An approved wheelchair and occupant restraint system must be installed if a person is to be transported positioned in a wheelchair.
PRICE GUIDE
Refer to supplier details for pricing
FEATURES
Avis and Hertz hire out vehicles with alternate hand controls.
CONSIDERATIONS FOR USE
Travelling safely and securely in the vehicle is paramount for the wheelchair user.
Securing the Occupant in A Wheelchair
A head rest and back support must be provided for the wheelchair occupant to prevent whiplash if an incident occurs..
A lap sash belt is to be used to secure the wheelchair occupant in the wheelchair.
Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle
Four tie down points situated at the 4 corners of the wheelchair must be welded onto the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair to the floor of the vehicle. (See ISO 10542 for further detail). Read Vehicle Wheelchair Restraint Systems further on.
Wheelchairs are best transported forward facing.
Platform Lifts
The lift is designed to lift a wheelchair (with or without the occupant) into the vehicle. Different models offer side or rear door entry.
Semi automatic or fully automatic operation.
Supplier should be contacted regarding choice of lift, installation and suitability of vehicle.
Rear or Side Loading
Consider
Layout of the vehicle.
Rear loading is a less complicated modification and retains more seats for passengers.
Side loading may present a problem with turning the wheelchair around once in the vehicle
Amount of floor space required for hoist.1300mm long by 800mm wide is suggested.
Door height for head clearance. A 100mm minimum clearance is suggested above the persons head. AS2942-1994 recommends 1500mm minimum internal head room. Options for increasing this measurement is to raise the roof or lower the floor of the vehicle. Please note that powered wheelchairs sit higher in the vehicle than manual wheelchairs.
Door width for accessibility. AS 2942-1994 recommends 800mm minimum door width to allow for wheelchair access and hoist installation.
Ventilation is important for a wheelchair occupant who may not be able to reach to open the windows.
Visibility is important so it is preferable that the top edge of the window is at least level with the wheelchair occupant"s eyeline.
Ease of exit in an emergency.
The location where the vehicle is parked (i.e. is the driveway wide enough to accommodate a side entry?).
Extra suspension may be necessary if the vehicle is a smaller van, to support the weight of the hoist.
Vehicle Wheelchair Restraints
To secure an occupant in a wheelchair securely and safely a vehicle restraint system must be used.
Two restraints are required, one for the occupant and one for the wheelchair. The standards below have the detail required for safe transportation.
AS/NZS 4370:1996 Restraint of Children with disabilities in motor vehicles.
AS/NZS 1754:2000 Child restraint systems for use in motor vehicles.
AS 2942-1994 Wheelchair occupant restraint assemblies for motor vehicles.
AS/NZS 3856.1:1998 Hoists and ramps for people with disabilities-vehicle mounted. Part 1
Product Requirements
AS/NZS 3856.2:1998 Hoists and ramps for people with disabilities-vehicle mounted. Part 2
To obtain any of these standards please contact Customer Service 1300 65 46 46
ISO 10542-1 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems. Part 1
Requirements and Test Methods for all Systems.
ISO 10542-2 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems. Part 2
Fourpoint strap-type tiedown systems.
ISO 10542-3 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems. Part 3
Docking-type tiedown systems.
ISO 10542-4 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems. Part 4
Clamp type tiedown systems.
ISO 10542-5 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems. Part 5
Systems for specific wheelchairs
ISO 7176.19 Wheelchairs Part 19. Wheelchairs for use as seats in Motor Vehicles-Requirements and test methods.
MODELS/STYLES
Accessible Vehicles
Vehicle control modification
Vehicle controls modification
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
ADVANCE DISABILITY VEHICLES,
BAYSWATER NORTH, VIC
ASTEC MOBILITY AND CONTROL SOLUTIONS (SALES AND REPAIRS),
SEBASTOPOL, VIC
AUTOMOBILITY PTY LTD,
BAYSWATER, VIC
CAPITAL SPECIAL VEHICLES,
DANDENONG, VIC
FLEETWORKS MOBILITY PTY LTD,
MALVERN EAST, VIC
FLEXIVAN,
FERNTREE GULLY, VIC
FREEDOM MOTORS AUSTRALIA,
ST MARYS, NSW
NORDEN CONVERSIONS,
DOVETON, VIC
TIEMAN INDUSTRIES PTY LTD,
CAMPBELLFIELD, VIC
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