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Important - Lap Strap Safety
Incorrect fitting of lap straps can put the user at serious risk. When using lap
straps we recommend the following points should always be adhered to:
Lap straps must always be fitted at 45 degrees to the pelvis of the user.
Always check that the child’s pelvis is symmetrical and positioned securely at the back
of the seat.
Always ensure that the lap straps and chest harness hold the child securely and are
comfortable. Ensure they provide a snug fit, a simple rule of thumb is to allow two
fingers to be inserted between the belt and the childs body.
Never leave a child in a chair unattended without the lap strap being fastened.
A lap strap should always be fitted if a harness is being used.
When altering the angle between the seat and the back of the chair always re-adjust
the chest harness and lap strap accordingly to ensure all safety recommendations are
followed.
Harness and Lap Strap Positioning
This diagram shows the recommended positioning of the chest harness and lap straps:
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Chest
Harness
Fitting
Lap Strap
Fitting
Lap Strap
Fitting
The cross
strap on the
chest harness
must be fitted
no higher than
the sternum
(mid chest).
All straps &
harnesses
must be
securely
fitted to the
back of the
chair.
Second
fixing for
four-point
lap strap
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