Complimentary hire must be pre-organised via the Busselton Visitor Centre. Bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Who can use the beach wheelchair?
Consultation with a health professional should occur prior to use of the beach wheelchair if a person has balance or sitting difficulties or is prone to pressure sores or pain conditions. Persons or carers must take into consideration any specific issues relating to the persons disability, which may affect the use of the beach wheelchair.
Conditions of Hire
Person hiring the beach wheelchair must provide photo identification (which is retained with booking details). Length of Hire Bookings are for half-day use only (am or pm).
Note: a person may book for pm on one day and am on the next day.
Transportation
The beach wheelchair can be transported for use within the City of Busselton local government area only.
Booking Procedure
1. Bookings are to be made through the Busselton Visitor Centre
2. Please provide driver’s license or other photo identification card when making the booking (the card will be returned when the beach wheelchair is returned).
3. Read and complete the Hire Agreement form.
4. Receive and read a copy of Guideline for Use.
5. You will then be provided with a map of the chair's storage location with access key.
6. Check that the beach wheelchair is in good working order prior to use.
