- the operator to position it as quickly and accurately as possible for the lift or ramp operation?
- the wheelchair user to get onto or off of the vehicle's lift or ramp easily and safely?
- the wheelchair user to manuever between the lift/ramp area and the wheelchair securement or parking area easily and safely?
- the wheelchair user, the vehicle operator or, if applicable, the wheelchair user's assistant to be able to attach and release the securement devices as safely, effectively, and as quickly as possible?
- the wheelchair user to be able to ride on board the vehicle in safety and comfort?
To answer Question 2 we need to consider those factors involving transit vehicles:
- how a transit vehicle is designed,
- the type and design of the system used to board and disembark wheelchair passengers and other persons with disabilities,
- the amount of space available in each wheelchair securement or parking area,
- the amount of space on board a transit vehicle for wheelchair users to be able to move to and from the wheelchair securement and/or parking areas, and
- the wheelchair securement components and/or systems on board a given transit vehicle.
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