Recognized standard
WC-1:2019 Section 5
FDA recognition 16-211 · RESNA · Physical Medicine
Key facts
| Recognition number | 16-211 |
|---|---|
| Designation | WC-1:2019 Section 5 |
| Title | American National Standard for Wheelchairs - Volume 1: Requirements and Test Methods for Wheelchairs (including Scooters) Section 5: Determination of dimensions, mass and maneuvering space |
| Standards developer | Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America |
| Specialty area | Physical Medicine |
| Date of entry | Dec 23, 2019 |
| Device classes | Class 2, Class 1 |
| Scope (excerpt) | This section of RESNA WC-1 specifies methods for the determination of wheelchair dimensions and mass. This includes specific methods for the determination of outside dimensions when the wheelchair is occupied by a reference occupant and the required maneuvering space needed for wheelchair maneuvers… |
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