Transferring device to enable handicapped people to transfer from wheelchair to bathing place without assistance uses a series of stepped, connected modular platforms

摘要

The device consists of a system of upper, lower and intermediate modules (1,2,3,4) forming landings between pontoon level and water level. L-shaped railings (5) provide side security and support during movement between levels, which are typically in 25 cm drops. The modules are mounted on frames (10) and have lengths typically of 2.5m with anti-slip decking (7) fitted to the top surface.