How to Strap a Wheelchair in a Wheelchair Van

Safety is the top priority when transporting wheelchair users in a wheelchair van. If the wheelchair slides in the van, both the user and the people riding with him or her could be hurt. Securely strapping the wheelchair into the wheelchair van helps lessen the chance of the wheelchair moving while in the vehicle. Step 1 handicapped sign image by sonya etchison from Fotolia.com // This symbol lets you know the van is handicap accessable. Push the wheelchair onto the wheelchair lift or ramp to enter the van with the wheelchair. Make sure that the individual is safe on the ramp by.......