BS 8603:2020 pdf download

BS 8603:2020 pdf download.Wheelchair transport passport schemes – Code of practice.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes or this British Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1 add-on components
hardware that is attached to the wheelchair frame subsequent to sale by the wheelchair manufacturer. In order to enhance design and/or performance of the wheelchair
NOTE Tools might he required to fit or remote odd-on csimpanents for exemplc seat back atenvi oat, trays spoke guards. lieod suppaits and oxygen cylinder carriers.
3.2 anchorage
assembly of components and linings by which loads are transferred directly from the wheelchair tie-down to the vehicle, or from the occupant restraint to the vehicle, wheelchair, wheelchair tie-down or vehicle interior component
3.3 boardIng aid
device intended to facilitate wheelchair access to vehicles
3.4 driver
individual who drives the passenger vehicle
NOTE The driver has overall responsibility for all matters regarding the safety of passengers.
3.5 forward facing
orientation In which the wheelchair-seated passenger faces the front of the vehicle with the wheelchair reference plane within ten degrees of the longitudinal axis of the vehicle
3.6 four-point tIe-down
wheelchair tie-down system that attaches to the wheelchair frame at four separate securement points and also attaches to the vehicle at four separate anchorages
NUTE Some manufacturer instructions for use might require additional tie-downs. especialfr for hemy powered wheelchairs.
3.7 harm
physical injury or damage to the health of people. or damage to property or the environment
3.8 hazard
potential source of harm
3.9 head support
device attached to a wheelchair or seating system, used to position or accommodate the user’s head
NOTE A head support is nor the same as a head restraint which Is a device whose purpose is to limit tire rea sword displacement of an adult user’s head in relation to their torso, in order to reduce the danger of injuiy to the cervical vertebrae in the event afan accident
3.10 nominated representative
person within a local authority licenced vehicle transport operation who is named as responsible for the day-to-day running of the business
3.11 occupant restraint
assembly of webbing and hardware intended to restrain a wheelchair user during normal vehicle movement or an Impact In order to prevent ejection, and prevent or minimize contact with the vehicle interior components and other occupants
3.12 passenger assistant
person or persons who assist the driver with the satety ot vehicle passengers
3.13 passport
inlormation transfer system that provides key instructions and inlormation regarding provisions tor the needs olan Individual and their wheelchair when In transport
3.14 passenger lilt
vehicle boarding aid consisting ola platform that can be mechamcally raised or lowered, connecting different levels between ground and vehicle
3.IS postural support device (PSD)
structure, attached to a seat or wheelchair, which has a surface that contacts the occupant’s body and Is used either to support, correct or stabilize the occupant’s sitting posture
ISOURCE: BS 8625:2019,3.1.10, modifiedj
3.16 postural support device (Secondary)
flexible, webbing type postural support device that Is capable of conforming to the shape of the anatomy when applied to the occupant
3.17 prescriber
professional who gives directions for the allocation of a suitable wheelchair, or wheelchair and seating system combination, to suit the needs of a person with disability
NOTE A professional can be a rrhaM,totion mgineeJ clinical specialist or occupational therapist.
3.18 ramp
vehicle boarding aid consisting ol.in Inclined surface connecting different levels between ground and vehide
3.19 rearward facing
orientation in which the wheelchair seated passenger laces the rear of the vehIcle with the wheelchair reference plane within 10 of the longitudinal axis of the vehicle
3.20 recline
change ul back support angle from an upright slttlitg position towards a supine position without moving the seat
3.23shoulder-belt restraint/upper torso restraint
assembly of webbing and hardware intended to limit movement of the head and chest during a crashby application of restraint forces to either or both clawicles
3.24three-point restraint
occupant restraint assembly with three anchorages comprising both a pelvic-belt restraint and adiagonal shoulder-belt restraint that connect together near the hip of the occupant
3.25transfer
action where a wheelchair user moves from their wheelchair to a vehicle seat
3.26transport commissioner
person or organization with the authority to request or procure the provision of transport servicesNOTE A commissioner might be a local authority, transport provider. private organization or the individualwheelchair user.
3.27transport manager
person or persons responsible for the continuous and effective control of the management oftransport operations of a transport provider working with a standard operating licence, or underpermit regulations
3.28transport operator
individual or group of individuals who provide accessible transport services for the carriageof passengers.
NOTE Operarilans might function on a profit or not-for-profit basis.