BEACH WHEEL CHAIR
For use within the South Beach boundaries
only
INFORMATION
PACK FOR USERS
Please contact the City of Fremantle for more information.
T
TTY
(08) 9432 9999
(08) 9432 9777
This information is available in alternative formats on request.
For enquires please contact the Bookings Officer on 9432 9724
or via email at [email protected]
CITY OF FREMANTLE BEACH WHEEL CHAIR
REGISTRATION FORM
APPLICANT DETAILS
Name of Applicant :
Type of Organisation (e.g., community group, club etc):
Name of Organiser/ Contact person (if different from applicant):
Drivers Licence and/ or Pension Card Number:
Address:
Phone: (Business)
(Mobile)
Email:
Carer 1 Name:
Carer 2 Name:
Notes:
Booking Details
1. Date/s required: from
to
2. Time required: from
to
3.Day/s required:
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Sun
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CITY OF FREMANTLE BEACH WHEEL CHAIR
USER INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply the park brake:
Steady the chair and release the parking brake/anti-tip bar from
the nylon clip. Swing the bar down towards the rear wheels.
Place your foot centrally on the anti-tip bar and push it forward
onto the tyres. This will then depress the surface of the tyre.
The locking bar needs to be engaged to prevent accidental
release of the park brake and anti-tip bar.
To release the park brake:
Steady the chair; lift the locking bar upwards to release the park
brake. Swing the parking brake/anti-tip bar upwards and return
it to the nylon clip.
Adjusting front foot rest:
The angle and height of the foot rest can be altered using the
locking handles fitted to either side of the front pivot point. To
adjust height, release the locking handle on both sides and turn
in an anti-clockwise motion. Adjust footrest height to the
preferred position and re-lock the footrest by rotating the
locking handle in a clockwise direction.
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CITY OF FREMANTLE BEACH WHEEL CHAIR
SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Please do not try to use the beach wheel chair (the chair) on your
own. A minimum of two carers are required to assist the user.
2. If the person using the chair has severe balance or sitting problems or
is prone to pressure sores, back pain or other similar conditions,
please consult your Doctor before use.
3. Please wear a life jacket while using the chair.
4. The maximum safe weight loading is 100kg.
5. Please do not leave the chair unattended especially near water or
sloping ground.
6. The chair is not designed to move up and down stairs while loaded.
7. The chair is suitable for many surfaces including sand and some
hiking paths. However please do not use the chair on uneven terrain
or on steep slopes as it could tip over.
8. The chair is designed to be used at the waters edge and is stable with
water levels at around the centre of the rear wheels (about 24cm or
10 inches).
9. Please take into consideration any specific issues related to the
disability of the user which may affect the use of the chair.
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CITY OF FREMANTLE BEACH WHEEL CHAIR
To make a booking:
1. Plan your trip at least one week in advance.
2. Organise at least two carers to assist.
3. Complete the user registration form and return to the Bookings Officer
via one of the methods listed at the bottom of the page.
Using the chair:
1. Provide proof of identification to South Beach Café manager when
picking up the key.
2. Check the beach wheel chair to ensure wheel pins are secure and it is
working properly.
3. Lock the storage hut while using the chair (the hut may be used for
storage.
4. If there is any damage or faults with the chair, please report this to the
Bookings Officer (contact details below.
5. Return the key to the South Beach Café.
6. Complete the feedback form and post or email to the Bookings
Officer.
APPLICATION FORM SUBMISSION:
In Person: Bookings Officer
Town Hall Centre
8 William St
FREMANTLE WA 6160
By Mail:
Bookings Officer
City of Fremantle
PO Box 807
FREMANTLE WA 6959
Or Contact: Phone: 9432 9999
Direct: 9432 9724
Fax:
9432 9999
Email: [email protected]
For enquires please contact the Bookings Officer on 9432 9724
or via email at [email protected]
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