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Hemco Special Needs Harnesses

ILC Reference NO 51:50:002
Item sourced from ILC QLD database

Car Safety Belts

Short Description
A webbing H style car safety belt for children and adults with a disability for whom standard seat belts are not able to provide adequate support. Additional groin strap is also available. The harnesses is attached to the vehicle using the child restraint anchorage point. The harnesses are adjustable and available in 3 sizes.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
MATERIALS: seat belt webbing 500mm in width

COMPONENTS: webbing H style harness with optional addition of groin strap and tether strap

METHOD OF CLOSURE: The Harness attaches to the tether strap via a tongue and buckle closer. The harness is secured to the seat by threading the webbing through a buckle.

METHOD OF ATTACHING: the Harness is attached to the vehicle via the child restraint anchorage bolts. If these are not already in the vehicle they will need to be installed.

FITTING: the harness is designed to be used in a sitting position. The harness can be placed on the client prior to entry to the vehicle and then secured if desired.

VEHICLES SUITABLE FOR: The harness can be used in the back seat of any type of vehicle which has a child anchorage point. It is preferred that seats with a lap and sash belt are used where possible.

SAFETY: Child restraints are designed to restrain the skeletal structure of the trunk. Compression of the abdominal area must be avoided. A harness should be worn across the lap and chest. The harness is designed to be used in addition to the standard lap or lap and sash seat belt. It should never be used instead of a seat belt.

Models
One model is available in a three sizes as follows
Small (7H3S) - suitable for children up to 32kg
Medium (7H3M) - suitable for larger children or small adults weighing 32kg and above
Large (7H3L) - suitable for adults weighing 32kg and above. Large harness feature a longer chest and shoulder strap compared to the medium model.

Method Of Use
1. Instructions (including a diagram) are provided with the product. Study the diagram in conjunction with the harness. It will be seen that the lower chest strap passes through the loop sewn on the vertical shoulder straps. Pass the chest strap through the loops that are appropriate to the mass of the child.
2. Fit the harness to the child so that the lower chest strap passes under the armpits and connects the webbing to the metal "D" rings. Adjust around the child firmly.
3. Sit the child on the vehicle seat and pass the vehicle lap belt through the loops that are appropriate to the mass of the child. The lap belt should be tight across the pelvis.
4. Connect the upper tongue to the parcel shelf buckle and adjust the buckle strap so that it holds the child firmly.

Options
Options include an anti-submarine strap and a tether strap (used in station wagons and other vehicles where a longer strap is required to reach the anchorage point).

Installation
Comes with instructions for installation. NOTE : Please consult your nearest child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for vehicle inspection in order for the optimum position to be indicated for the placement of the anchorage point, and for the correct bolt length and use of spacers.
The restraint must be used in conjuction with an adult lap or lap/sash belt. It is fitted in a similar fashion to other child restraint devices. The harness may require an extension strap to allow fitment into station wagons, vans or hatchback type vehicles.
Three sizes of extension straps are available:
- 300mm (part number 1800071)
- 500mm (part number 1800072)
- 700mm (part number 18000713)

Dimensions
Large
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 32 kg and above

Medium
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 32 kg and above

Small
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 32 kg maximum

Cleaning Requirements
All webbing straps and buckles must be maintained in good order. Webbing can be cleaned with mild soap and water.

Caution
The webbing should be checked regularly for signs of wear or fraying.
It must be replaced immediately if it has been worn during a collision.

Warranty
30 days from date of purchase

Licence & Insurance Requirements
A doctor`s letter is required when using this device. The letter needs to state that the user is exempt on medical grounds from using a standard seat belt. The letter must accompany the user at all times as it applies to all travel in a vehicle. For further information, please contact your local Queensland Transport Customer Service Centre.

Standards
The belt is not approved by the Australian Standards, as it has more than one release mechanism.

Place Of Manufacture
Victoria, Australia

Display Item On Loan From
Townsville Display Centre:
LifeTec Queensland has the Hemco Child Restraint Tether Anchor and webbing safety belt on display from Hemco Industries.
Please be aware that to trial some items an individual consult may be required and a fee may be required for this service. Please contact LifeTec Queensland for more details.
Brisbane Display Centre:
LifeTec Queensland has this product on display from Hemco Industries.
Please be aware that to trial some items an individual consult may be required and a fee may be required for this service. Please contact LifeTec Queensland for more details.

Item on Display
Hemco Industries

Display Information
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Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
HEMCO INDUSTRIES (HEALTH EQUIPMENT DIVISION),   BALLARAT, VIC

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