Child Passenger Safety : Understanding Rule 100
UNDER 1.35 METRES
The 1.35 Metre Rule : Use an Approved Restraint
If below this height , a seat belt alone is insufficient ; an approved restraint MUST be used .
Equipment & Installation
Types of Approved Restraints :
Restraints include baby seats , child seats , booster seats , or booster cushions .
Weight & Fitting Requirements :
Restraints must be suitable for the child's weight and fitted strictly according to the manu- facturer's instructions .
Legal Compliance : Enforced under Laws RTA 1988 sections 14 & 15 and various MV ( WSB ) regulations from 2006 .
OVER 1.35 METRES
Children over 1.35 metres tall can use an adult seatbelt .
Driver Responsibility
The Driver's Legal Duty :
Ensure all children under 14 are secured .