How Do You Push A Wheelchair On Ramps?
Wheelchair ramps provide access to buildings and spaces for people with mobility problems and people pushing strollers or carts. The maximum slope for a wheelchair ramp according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is 1:12. Though this 8 percent grade may not appear very steep, there are still steps you can take to safely push a wheelchair up or down a ramp. Put the anti-tippers down when ascending a wheel chair ramp. The anti-tippers are located on the back of the wheelchair and have either a pad or tiny wheels. They will keep the chair from tipping over backwards. Lean uphill into the slope of the ramp. This will help you maintain balance as you move up the ramp. Stay in constant contact with the person in the wheelchair. Let them know if you’re having trouble and need a break. If you need to stop, place the wheelchair perpendicular to the slope of the ramp. When pushing someone down a ramp, lean backward with the slope of the ramp. This will help you maintain balance. Also,
