Annual Report 2007 - Enable Ireland
Annual Report 2007 - Enable Ireland
Annual Report 2007 - Enable Ireland
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ANNUAL REPORT <strong>2007</strong> <strong>Enable</strong> <strong>Ireland</strong> 25<br />
Postural Management<br />
Equipment Evaluation Training Day<br />
Taking<br />
Action on<br />
Disability<br />
Developing Best Practice<br />
Work continued in <strong>2007</strong> on joint policy development and procedures to inform best<br />
practice. A section on standing was added to the shared 24-hour postural management<br />
assessment tool and 161 service providers have been trained on the tool. This tool ensures<br />
that a uniform and structured approach to postural management assessments and the<br />
selection of postural management solutions is taken by those who work in conjunction<br />
with ERPM.<br />
Focus on Safety<br />
As part of a proactive safety programme, the wheelchair systems of 436 service users<br />
were upgraded to deliver significantly improved flame retardance in line with current<br />
standards and best practice.<br />
Collaborating to Enhance Product Design and Safety<br />
ERPM continued to engage in knowledge sharing and awareness raising initiatives<br />
around postural management both nationally and internationally. The Equipment and<br />
Evaluation event in November proved a success with 13 companies and 118 service<br />
providers attending. The collaborative research venture with Trinity College Dublin on<br />
transport safety for wheelchair users continued in <strong>2007</strong>. The findings of this work will<br />
lead to improved product design and enhanced user safety. <strong>Enable</strong> <strong>Ireland</strong> staff have<br />
also contribute to a number of publications and conference presentations helping to<br />
inform on best practice in postural management.
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