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d) Both the stomach and chest belts should be used to reduce the
risk of head and chest injuries in the event of colliding with parts
in the car.
e) In order to reduce the risk of injury to the user, tables that are
fitted to the wheelchair, which are not designed for crash safety,
must be:
• Removed and secured separately in the vehicle, or
• Secured to the wheelchair, but with energy-absorbing padding
placed between the table and the user
f) Where possible, other wheelchair accessories should be secured
to the wheelchair or removed from the chair and secured in the
vehicle during transport, so that they don’t become loose and
cause injury to the user in the event of a collision.
g) Support and positioning equipment must not be regarded as
safety equipment/seat belts if they are not labelled in accordance
with the requirements of ISO 7176/19-20XX.
h) The wheelchair should in inspected by a representative of the
manufacturer before being used again after any kind of collision.
i) No changes or replacements must be made to the anchorage
points/car fastenings on the wheelchair, or to constructional
elements or parts of the frame without consulting the
manufacturer.
j) When using electric wheelchairs in motor vehicles, gel-filled
batteries should be used.
Safety in cars