August 2006 - Posts

• Wheelchair Service Technician

  Question: I am interested in becoming a wheelchair service technician for nursing homes and other institutions. I am prepared to sell my skills and abilities, but I don't know how to find companies that provide wheelchair servicing. ~Ken Answer: You may Read More... Posted Thursday, August 03, 2006 1:41 AM by Editor | 0 Comments

• Repair Certification

  Question: I work in one of the biggest nursing homes in Illinois. I currently do most of our wheelchair repairs, maintenance and purchasing (manual only). I would like to learn more about fixing electric wheelchairs and learn where or how can I be certified? Read More... Posted Thursday, August 03, 2006 1:41 AM by Editor | 0 Comments

• Wheelchair Repair Community Service

  Question: I work in the Ohio prison system and we are considering doing wheelchair repair as a community service. I do not know the extent of the repairs; which will be done by inmates under employee supervision. Are there any certifications and/or training Read More... Posted Thursday, August 03, 2006 1:41 AM by Editor | 0 Comments

• Charging Wheelchairs

  Question: Can you explain why my brother's wheelchair will not fully charge? ~E.J. Answer: It's very hard to provide a proper answer without knowledge of your brother's wheelchair use and maintenance. Your brother's problem could exist for a number of Read More... Posted Thursday, August 03, 2006 1:40 AM by Editor | 0 Comments

• Wheelchair Repair

  Question: Can you please tell me how to tighten the brakes on a manual wheelchair? ~Cathy Answer: Tightening the brakes on your manual wheelchair should be relatively easy. Your breaks should be tightened about once per month or when needed. Your brakes Read More... Posted Thursday, August 03, 2006 1:39 AM by Editor | 0 Comments