Child restraints
This section of the website covers the legal requirements for using child restraints and booster seats. It also gives advice on what child restraints and booster seats are appropriate for children from birth up until 7 years of age.
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Child restraints must be the right size for a child, properly adjusted and fastened, and correctly fitted to the vehicle.
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Children under 4 years old must travel in a rear facing or forward facing child restraint.
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Children aged between 4-7 years must travel in a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat.
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Children aged between 7 and 16 are required to use a booster seat or adult seat belt when travelling in a vehicle.
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Children with a medical condition or physical disability may have additional needs to travel safely in a vehicle.
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Answers to some of the common questions asked about child restraints and booster seats.
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Find out where you can get help to properly fit your child restraint or booster seat in Victoria.
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A child safety harness or 'H harness' is an extra piece of equipment used with a child restraint or seat belt.
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ISOFIX is a different way to attach a restraint to a vehicle. The child restraint and vehicle needs to have special ISOFIX attachments.
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The child restraint evaluation program tests restraints and gives them a safety score. These scores can help you pick the safest restraint for your child.