Full Description

This British Standard specifies requirements for the selection, placement and fixation of flexiblepostural support devices within seating devices and systems, and to chairs, including wheelchairsand bathroom equipment. Seating devices can be involved in one or more situations, including staticseating, wheelchair seating, shower chairs, etc. The devices enable the seated person (the occupant)to be positioned to maximize their functional activities and to do so in a safe environment. Theserequirements have a balance of maintenance of posture and of safety.

This British Standard covers flexible positioning supports (padded or otherwise) used for posturalpositioning and/or safety. It does not cover belts and harnesses used in transportation for restraint,nor postural support devices made from rigid materials such as metal, wood or hard plastics, norpostural support devices designed solely for use in sports-related seating.

Cross References:
BS ISO 7176-26:2007
BS ISO 7176-16
BS ISO 16840-10:2014+A1:2018
BS ISO 16840-3
ISO 16840-1


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Published: 10/30/2019 ISBN(s): 9780539007343 Number of Pages: 48 File Size: 1 file , 1.9 MB Product Code(s): 30376648, 30376648, 30376648