Independent Living Centres Australia Inc
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Buyers Guide: Accessible Vehicles
ILC Reference NO 51:02:900
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
Factors to Consider
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.
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.
More Details
Avis and Hertz hire out vehicles with alternate hand controls.
There are dimensional differences between vehicle conversions completed by different suppliers for the same model vehicle, so it is advisable to check all relevant dimensions with each supplier and carry out a trial.
Place Of Manufacture
Supplier Information
Name: Advance Disability Vehicles
Price: POA
Address:
23-25 Burgess Road
Bayswater North
Vic 3153
Phone: 03 9761 7466
FAX: 03 9761 4111
Email: sales@tradesmanadvance.com.au
Website: http://www.advancedisability.com.au
Name: Astec Equipment Services (Sales and Repairs)
Price: POA
Address:
Shop 2
109 Hertford Street
Sebastopol
VIC 3356
Phone: (03) 5336 3900
FAX: (03) 5336 3977
Email: info@astecservices.net.au
Name: Aussie Adaptions
Price: POA
Address:
Factory 1
6-8 Hogan Court
Pakenham
VIC 3810
Phone: (03) 5941 8288
FAX: (03) 5941 9899
Email: aussieadaptions@westnet.com.au
Website: www.aussieadaptions.com.au
Notes:
email aussieadaptions@westnet.com.au
Opening times: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Name: Automobility Pty Ltd
Price: POA
Address:
5 McLellan Street
Bayswater
Vic 3153
Postal Address:
POBox 828
Bayswater
Vic 3153
Phone: (03) 9762 2277
FAX: (03) 9762 2355
Email: automob@hotkey.net.au
Website: www.automobility.com.au
Name: Capital Special Vehicles
Price: POA
Address:
11 Capital Drive
Dandenong
VIC 3175
Phone: (03) 9794 8888
FAX: (03) 9794 7540
Email: csv@csv.com.au
Website: www.csv.com.au
Notes:
Opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Saturdays are available by appointment 9am to 1pm.
Delivery times vary depending on size and scope of products supplied or modifications provided.
24 hour access line is provided to customers in case of vehicle difficulties.
Name: Fleetworks Mobility Pty Ltd
Price: POA
Address:
11 Vickery St
Malvern East
VIC 3145
Postal Address:
PO Box 2300
Central Park
VIC 3145
Phone: (03) 9569 3166
FAX: (03) 9571 0821
Toll Free: 1800 222 377
Email: carhelp@fleetworks.com.au
Website: www.fleetworks.com.au
Notes:
Open 7 days
Name: Flexivan
Price: POA
Address:
27 Amay Crescent
Ferntree Gully
Vic 3156
Postal Address:
PO Box 8112
LPO Ferntree Gully
Vic 3156
Phone: 03 9753 5734
FAX: 03 9758 4011
Website: http://
Name: Franks Engineering Pty Ltd
Price: POA
Address:
84 Bakers Road
Coburg North
VIC 3058
Phone: (03) 9354 0400
FAX: (03) 9354 0344
Website: www.franksengineering.com.au
Name: Freedom Motors Australia
Price: POA
Address:
17 Plasser Crescent
St Marys
NSW 2760
Postal Address:
17 Plasser Crescent
St Marys
NSW 2760
Phone: (02) 9673 4033
FAX: (02) 9673 4264
Toll Free: 1800672437
Email: sales@freedommotorsaustralia.com.au
Website: www.freedommotorsaustralia.com.au
Name: Norden Conversions
Price: POA
Address:
60-62 Bennet Street
Dandenong
VIC 3175
Postal Address:
PO Box 252
Doveton
VIC 3177
Phone: (03) 9793 1066
FAX: (03) 9794 5840
Email: conversion@norden.com.au
Website: www.norden.com.au
Name: Reflex Automotive Engineering
Price: POA
Address:
9 Leader Street
Campbellfield
VIC 3061
Phone: (03) 9305 4840/9305 4807
FAX: (03) 9308 0552
Name: Southern Special Vehicles
Price: POA
Address:
1715 Prnces Hwy
Oakleigh
VIC 3166
Postal Address:
As above
Phone: (03) 9543 3722
FAX: (03) 9543 3801
Website: http://www.southernspecialvehicles.com.au
Name: SwiftCab
Price: POA
Address:
PO Box 141
Doncaster
VIC 3108
Postal Address:
PO Box 141
Doncaster
VIC 3108
Phone: (03) 9857 5900
FAX: (03) 9857 9915
Toll Free: 1800 555 705
Website: www.swiftcab.com.au
Name: Tieman Industries Pty Ltd
Price: POA
Address:
Vehicle Access Division
180-186 Northbourne Road
Campbellfield
VIC 3061
Postal Address:
Head Office
PO Box 68
Reservoir
VIC 3074
Phone: (03) 9305 2255
FAX: (03) 9305 1123
Email: lew.brown@tieman.com.au
Website: www.tieman.com.au
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