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IMPORMS (formerly RTA)NT NOTE
* Does not meet Australian Standards. Meets US Standard FMVSS213. It may be helpful to refer to Australian Standards AS/NZS 4370: 1996 Restraint of children with disabilities in motor vehicles to assist in deciding the safest way to transport a child with a disability.
* As this item does not meet Australian Standard AS 1754 2000, a medical certificate is required from a certified medical practitioner, with a review and expiry date, to explain why the item is required and the length of time it's required. This certificate must be stored with the item at all times. For further information, contact Vic Roads on 13 11 71.
* The E-Z-On Vest with tether strap and hook is designed to provide additional support for the user while sitting in a family vehicle. It is required to be used in conjunction with the existing vehicle seatbelt.

Features
* Vest can be put on a person before entering the vehicle
* The back zipper closure discourages unauthorized opening or removal

Mounting straps
* PoRMS (formerly RTA)ble seat mount, permanent floor mount, tether strap mount and wheelchair mount.

Vehicle Installation options
For buses
* Permanent floor mount
* PoRMS (formerly RTA)ble seat mount
* Permanent seat frame mount with tether strap (to be used with existing seat belt).

For vans
* Permanent floor mount
* PoRMS (formerly RTA)ble seat mount
* Permanent seat frame mount with tether strap (to be used with existing seat belt).

For cars
* Front seat installation with tether strap bolted permanently to floor - used with existing seat belt
* Back seat with tether strap bolted to the rear window panel or in the trunk.

Sizes
* Adult waist / zipper position: 94cm, 101cm, 109cm
* Youth waist / zipper position: 81cm, 86cm, 94cm

Positioning
* A parachute emblem is stitched to the front left shoulder strap to guide correct positioning.

Place Of Manufacture

USA

Models And Options

Options

Accessories include:
Sherpa Neck Pad - 200mm shoulder straps cover
Crotch Straps
Zipper Inserts to expand zipper
Wrist Restraints
Ankle Restraints
Locking Clip
Webbing Cutter (for emergency release)
Buckle Guard
Clear Restraint Sleeve - a see through sleeve to keep the child from undoing the buckle

Requirements

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.