Workstation in open plan office

- with standard details appropriate for wheelchair users
User sitting at desk
User sitting at desk

The user works for a major construction company with purchasing and logistics. His workstation is in an open plan office. His main work aid is a standing wheelchair, see related tip. Other important details for him, which are standard in the workplace:
– electric adjustable-height work table
– low storage cabinet by desk
– a handicap toilet
– snack break room with high refreshment table, works with
standing wheelchair (occupational health recommends
changing position )
– own parking in a garage in same building

User raises desk
User raises desk
User in standing wheelchair at desk
User in standing wheelchair at desk

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Standing wheelchair in workplace
Standing wheelchair in workplace
A standing wheelchair makes it possible for the user to be independent in his workplace. 2011

Author: Robert

Robert bor tillsammans med hustru och tre barn i en villa. Han arbetar heltid. Han skadade sig 2003 och har en låg paraplegi (L1). Ingen assistans.
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Type of disability

Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

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