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Ceiling hoists as a method of transferring people with disabilities

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Authors Bridge, C., Jung, Y.
Published
Audience Industry
ISBN 9780733427329
DOI 10.26288/5f9b5b925a812

Some people with disabilities are unable to transfer without human and mechanical assistance. Ceiling hoists are systems assisting people to transfer between two places and protecting carers who have high risk of injuries during the transfer activity. This publication provides information on the requirements for the installation of ceiling hoists in homes and on the personal and environmental characteristics that need to be considered to maximise the usability of ceiling hoists. 


Table of Contents

Purpose

Policy Contexts

Ceiling hoist basics

What are the advantages of ceiling hoists?

What regulations are relevant to ceiling hoists?

What user characteristics need to be assessed?

What activities are to be assisted by ceiling hoists?

What environmental considerations affect ceiling hoist installation?

In summary

 


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