Short Description

Clear plastic seat belt buckle cover to prevent easy access to the buckle. Comes with a belt cutter and instruction sheet. Suitable for children and adults. Available in two sizes and is able to be fitted to most cars.
(Written permission to use this device must be obtained from the RTA.)

Models

Small (SVBG5032)
- for imported cans, vans

Large (SVBG5828)
- for Australian made cars such as Commodore, Falcon, Camry

For vehicles with non standard seat belts, please contact the supplier.

More Details

This Australian designed and made product offers protection to those people who are at risk of undoing seat belt buckle accidentally in the car.
Made of clear plastic, this guard complies with the Australian and New Zealand Standard 4370:1996.
The Seat Belt Buckle Guard is released by pulling gently on the seat belt strap as you push a key through the slot in the buckle guard to press the release button. Do not try to hold the buckle guard while you insert the key, or it may jam. It is not designed to take pressure.

Factors To Consider

*In an emergency, it is recommended that the seat belt be cut.
*Since the buckle has effectively been "modified", it is required by law that a medical certificate from a medical practitioner, and a proper prescription form, be completed before the guard can be supplied. Ask the supplier for the appropriate documents before ordering.

Installation

. A buckle cover can only be used if there is no other option available.
. Since the buckle has effectively been "modified", it is required by law that a medical certificate from a medical practitioner, and a proper prescription form, be completed before the guard can be supplied. Ask the supplier for the appropriate documents before ordering.

Standards

For some types of equipment, specific Australian or other Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Standard(s).

The see through design complies with the guideline of Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZ 4370:1996 - Restraint of Children with Disabilities in Motor Vehicles.