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Items for hire can include
* Adjustable beds
* Toilet aids
* Showering aids
* Lounge and dining chairs
* Hoist and Slings
* Manual wheelchairs
* Walking frames
* Pressure care mattresses

Contact supplier for the type of equipment they hire

Considerations

Check with the supplier for
* the load capacity of the equipment to ensure its weight limit is suitable for the user
* the type of service provided in case of equipment failure

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.