When using an electric scooter for the elderly, in order to ensure safety, here are some important considerations:
1. Choose the right scooter
According to official guidelines, scooters for the elderly must meet certain conditions before they can be legally on the road. When choosing, you should avoid buying “three-no” products, that is, products without a production license, a product certificate, and a factory name and address, which often carry safety hazards
2. Obey traffic rules
Elderly scooters should be driven on sidewalks or non-motorized vehicle lanes, and avoid driving on the fast lane to reduce the risk of traffic accidents. At the same time, traffic lights should be obeyed, and red lights and reverse driving should not be allowed
3. Daily maintenance
Regularly check the battery power, tire condition, and tightness of the frame welding points and screws of the scooter. Keep the battery fully charged to avoid frequent power outages that lead to reduced storage capacity.
4. Prevent overcharging
Avoid charging for long periods of time, especially charging overnight without supervision. Once there is a problem with the battery, wires, etc., it is very easy to cause a fire
5. “Flying wire charging” is strictly prohibited
Do not charge the elderly scooter in ways that do not meet fire protection technical standards and management regulations, such as privately pulling wires and randomly installing sockets
6. It is strictly prohibited to charge near flammable items
Electric vehicles should be charged away from electric bicycle parking places built with flammable and combustible materials and flammable and explosive items
7. Driving speed control
The speed of elderly scooters is slow, generally not exceeding 10 kilometers per hour, so they should be kept at a low speed to avoid the risks of fast driving
8. Avoid using in bad weather
In bad weather conditions such as rain and snow, try to avoid using electric scooters, because slippery ground may increase the risk of slipping
9. Regularly check key components
Regularly check the key components of electric scooters, such as brakes, tires, batteries, etc., to ensure their normal operation
10. Driving operation specifications
When driving, you should maintain a stable speed, pay attention to the road conditions ahead, and avoid hitting obstacles with your wheelchair, especially for the elderly who may have health problems such as osteoporosis, who are prone to injury
Following these safety precautions, elderly electric scooter users can enjoy the convenience of travel more safely. At the same time, as children or caregivers, you should also provide daily safety reminders for the elderly to ensure their safety when using the means of transportation.
Post time: Nov-29-2024