Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair – Bathers Beach / Shipwrecks Museum
Hosted by City of Fremantle
SpacetoCo Host since June 2020 · 2.5k bookingsThe City of Fremantle is a local government area in the south of Perth, Western Australia. The City covers an area of 19.0 square kilometers and lies about 19 kilometers southwest of the Perth central business district.
About this space
Location: WA Shipwrecks Museum
Free hire all year round, from 10am to 5pm. The beach wheelchair is a portable and robust beach wheelchair, offering an excellent experience on the beach and in shallow waters.
How to Hire:
1. Complete the booking application online (alternative formats are also available on request).
2. Wait for booking approval.
3. Organise at least two carers to assist.
4. Head to the WA Shipwrecks Museum with Photo ID.
5. Have fun at the beach!
Once approval is granted please make your way to the WA Shipwrecks Museum with a relevant booking approval and photo identification to collect the keys for the wheelchair.
Subject to demand, the City has the right to limit the number of times hirers can book each week to ensure other users have the opportunity to hire.
For more information, call the City of Fremantle on 9432 9999 or email [email protected]
Using the chair:
1. Provide proof of identification and booking approval from City of Fremantle to WA Shipwrecks supervisor when picking up the chair
2.Check the beach wheel chair to ensure wheel pins are secure and it is working properly.
- If there is any damage or faults with the chair, please report this to the Bookings Officer.
Booking schedule
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
WA Shipwrecks Museum, Cliff Street, Fremantle WA, Australia
Opening times
Monday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Rules
SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Please do not try to use the beach wheel chair (the chair) on your own. A minimum of two carers are required to assist the user.
If the person using the chair has severe balance or sitting problems or is prone to pressure sores, back pain or other similar conditions, please consult your Doctor before use.
The maximum safe weight loading is 125kg.
Please do not leave the chair unattended especially near water or sloping ground.
The chair is not designed to move up and down stairs while loaded.
The chair is suitable for many surfaces including sand and some hiking paths. However please do not use the chair on uneven terrain or on steep slopes as it could tip over.
The chair is designed to be used at the waters edge and is stable with water levels at around the centre of the rear wheels (about 24cm or 10 inches).
Please take into consideration any specific issues related to the disability of the user which may affect the use of the chair.
11. Please follow the directions of the City of Fremantle if they are in attendance and be aware the beach is not constantly patrolled by surf lifesaving or any other persons. Noting the chair is to be used within the confines of Bathers Beach.
USER INSTRUCTIONS:
- To apply the park brake:
Steady the chair and release the parking brake/anti-tip bar from the nylon clip. Swing the bar down towards the rear wheels. Place your foot centrally on the anti-tip bar and push it forward onto the tyres. This will then depress the surface of the tyre. The locking bar needs to be engaged to prevent accidental release of the park brake and anti-tip bar.
- To release the park brake:
Steady the chair; lift the locking bar upwards to release the park brake. Swing the parking brake/anti-tip bar upwards and return it to the nylon clip.
- Adjusting front foot rest:
The angle and height of the foot rest can be altered using the locking handles fitted to either side of the front pivot point. To adjust height, release the locking handle on both sides and turn in an anti-clockwise motion. Adjust footrest height to the preferred position and re-lock the footrest by rotating the locking handle in a clockwise direction.
DISCLAIMER:
By submitting this application to SpacetoCo, I agree to the following disclaimer:
By using the Sandcruiser/Mobi-beach wheelchair, you agree that you have read this disclaimer and warning carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by and all conditions and instructions listed on the SpacetoCo booking page and the manufacturer’s instructions.
You agree that you are solely responsible for your own conduct and the conduct of other parties using the Sandcruiser/Mobi-beach wheelchair when it is your custody and any consequences that follow.
You agree to use the Sandcruiser/Mobi-beach wheelchair only for purposes that are proper and in accordance with all instructions listed on the SpacetoCo booking page and the manufacturer’s instructions.
The City of Fremantle and associated parties accepts no liability for any damage to the beach wheelchair, or to any injury, incurred directly or indirectly to any person while the wheelchair is in your custody.