Recognized standard

7176-28 First edition 2012-10-1

FDA recognition 16-199 · ISO · Physical Medicine

Key facts

Recognition number 16-199
Designation 7176-28 First edition 2012-10-1
Title Wheelchairs Part 28: Requirements and test methods for stairclimbing devices
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Physical Medicine
Date of entry Dec 23, 2016
Device classes Class 2
Scope (excerpt) ISO 7176-28:2012 is applicable to stair-climbing chairs and stair-climbing wheelchair carriers where the stair-climbing device climbs backwards up the stairs, with the occupant facing downstairs, and climbs forwards down the stairs with the occupant also facing downstairs. ISO 7176-28:2012 is…

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