Safety on the Sidewalk : Rule 39 for Powered Wheelchairs and Scooters
Reduce Speed for Pedestrians
Operators must slow down for other pavement users who may be unable to move out of the way quickly .
4 mph ( 6 km / h ) Maximum Speed
Powered wheelchairs and scooters are strictly prohibited from traveling faster than 4 mph when on pavements or in pedestrian - only areas .
Legal Authority : Law
These speed restrictions are mandated under this regulation , governing the use of invalid carriages on highways .
Pedestrian Priority
The rule emphasizes that users should always adjust their speed to account for the vulnerability and movement speed of those around them .
Adapt to Narrow Pavements
Speed must be reduced in areas where the pavement is too narrow to safely navigate at the maximum permitted speed .