Mobility aids on Transperth bus, trains and ferries

Transperth’s new buses have been designed to exceed the proposed national standards and mobility aids that meet Transperth specifications are welcome on the Transperth network. Please be aware that some oversized wheelchairs and scooters will not be able to board.

Mobility aid Dimensions

Your mobility aid needs to:

• Fit within an allocated space of 1300mm by 800mm;
• Be no more than 750mm wide at a height 300mm above the ground;
• Weigh less than 300kg including the aid, occupant and assistant (if applicable) when using a ramp or other boarding devices.

Stability

Your mobility aid needs to:

• Be able to move in the direction determined by the transport operator; and
• Have effective braking systems to maintain stability.

Manoeuvrability

To board trains, buses and ferries your mobility aid should be able to:

• Turn 180 degrees within an area 2070mm by 1540mm;
• Cross a horizontal gap up to 50mm wide;
• Mount a vertical rise (bump) up to 15mm;
• Cross grating gaps up to 13mm wide and 150mm long;
• Negotiate a 1:14 grade ramp unassisted;
• Negotiate up to a 1:8 grade where the ramp is less than 1520mm; and
• Negotiate a 1:4 grade ramp with assistance.

Passengers accessing pedestrian level crossings will require a mobility aid capable of crossing a gap up to 75mm wide.