Frequently Asked Question
What is an 'Approved Child Restraint'?
Approved child restraints comply with Australian Standard (AS) 1754 and must be correctly anchored to the vehicle using an Australian Standard’s approved anchorage system.
The child restraint must be correctly fitted and properly adjusted for the child using the restraint at all times.
All child restraints sold in Australia must meet the strict requirements of the AS 1754 covering the materials, design, construction, performance, testing and labelling of child restraints.
Restraints bought in other countries will not meet the Australian Standard - it is illegal to use them in Australia.
Approved restraints are easily recognised by the following certification marks:
Restraints approved to an earlier Australian Standard, E46, may also be used but they are not recommended as they are very old and may have deteriorated to the point where they are no longer safe.
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