The Liberty Swing is a world-first Australian innovation – a swing that allows children in wheelchairs the opportunity to experience the joy of having a swing in the park. It is the only swing of its type that is fully lockable and allows a maximum swing height – that is, really swinging, not just rocking back and forth.
Until now, some children have had to sit and watch from the sidelines as their siblings experience the freedom and exhilaration of a swing – something that most of us have taken for granted.
The Swing is manufactured in Sydney, Australia to the highest Australian and European Standards.
When installed and operated according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, it is a very safe and easy to use piece of equipment; the plastic moulded capsule is fitted with an internal steel frame, making it robust enough to withstand the rigours of an outdoor children’s playground or busy schoolyard.
It’s not just the kids who are swinging! Many Liberty Swings are visited by residents from aged care facilities and enquiries are underway into the therapeutic benefits of “having a swing” for those with dementia.
The Liberty Swing is both therapeutic and fun!
The rear of swing shows the lockable seatbelt compartment which contains a lap belt for additional user safety (use same key as ramp lock for access); image also shows wheel locks which secure the wheelchair wheels and are tightened until taut – all stainless steel fittings.
COMPONENTS OF THE LIBERTY SWING
Swing shows internal fold-down seat.
Side view of swing.
Seatbelt is kept in a locked compartment at rear.
Rear of swing shows wheel lock chains which extend around wheelchair wheel, are pulled taut and fastened to the lock.
All fittings are of stainless steel.
Ramp lifts easily on and off the swing and is locked in place when not in use.
Wheelchair capsule is made of rotomoulded plastic with an internal steel support frame.
All steel is high grade quality and powder coated for endurance.
All steel is high grade quality and powder coated for endurance.