The child is usually restrained by the seat's integral five point
harness, however other methods of restraint may be used.
The Child Seat
What's it like?
A forward facing seat:
- with a seperate frame
- which can be used in the front or rear of the car
- which may have a choice of upright or reclined positions
Designed to be secured:
- by an adult seat belt, or by its own retention system (Isofix*)
*Isofix seats must be approved by the seat manufacturer for use in your car (check seat manufacturer’s compatibility approval list).
Who it's for
Weight: 9-18 kg
Approx. age: Approx. 9 months to 4 years
Extended Rear Facing Seat
Extended Rear Facing Seat
What’s it like?
- Some extended Rear Facing seats may not be used forward facing
- Fitted using either, Isofix, or lap and diagonal seat belt, often requiring the use of additional tether straps
- Some seats are fitted with a supporting leg (anti-rotational device). Do not use where there is an under floor storage box, unless approved by the seat manufacturer.
Who it’s for
(Seats often used after an infant carrier)
Group 0+1 - Weight up to 18Kgs
Group 1 - Weight 9 to 18Kgs
Group 1 & 2 - Weight 9 – 25Kgs
For further information on rear facing seats please visit www.rearfacing.co.uk
DO NOT use on a front passenger seat where there is an active airbag.
Although this isn't technically illegal, many car manufacturers and some car seat manufacturers insist that you do not use any forward facing seat in the front passenger seat where there is an active airbag.
If you try to push the front passenger seat back as far as possible, as some might recommend, there is a danger that it might compromise the effectiveness of the front passenger seat belt and reduce the survival space for any child in the seat behind.(Source Transport Research Laboratory). Always read and follow the car and seat manufacturer's instructions.
