How to attach a child seat, car seat, infant carrier, triangle in the front and back seats

How to choose a car seat for a child?

First of all, let’s determine what types of car seats there are by age:

Group 0 – 0-10 kg, 0-6 months. The cradle is used, sideways, with your feet towards the door.
Group 0+ – 0-13 kg, 0-1 year . Can be used as a carrier chair.
Group 1 – 9-18 kg, 9 months-4 years. For a sitting position, in the direction of travel.
Group 2 – 15-25 kg, 3-7 years. Installation in the direction of travel.
Group 3 – 22-36 kg, 6-12 years. The main advantage is compactness.

3 groups and a universal option
Basic tips for choosing a car seat:

Take into account not only the baby’s age, but also his weight and even height.
It is best not just to take the necessary measurements of the future passenger, but to go to the store with him. There is a demo stand where you will see how comfortable the baby will be, and you will also find out on the spot whether this seat is suitable for your car.
Try to secure the car seat, carefully check whether the belts are comfortable, whether they have fasteners, whether the fabric pads on the locks are elastic and wide, and whether the lock is locked so that the baby does not open it on his own on the way.
A guarantee of compliance with strict European safety standards and passing all tests is the presence of the ECE R44\03 or ECE R44\04 on the belt. Without it, there is reason to doubt the safety of this car seat.
Side protection must be installed! It protects neck, head and shoulders in case of a side impact, which, unfortunately, is not uncommon.
Overall safety largely depends on the strength of the frame. Metal is stronger, but it is quite heavy. If you don’t want to have extra weight in your car, choose a frame made of primary processed plastic , it is much stronger.
And, of course, do not buy a car seat for your child at dubious points of sale, but go to a company store. There, of course, it is more expensive, but much more reliable in terms of safety. And also - a huge selection, the opportunity to consult an expert, the availability of certificates and the opportunity to try out the purchase at a demo stand.
You shouldn’t look for a used baby car seat at a cheaper price. It may have hidden defects and be sold after an accident (although by law it must be disposed of).

Pay attention to these tips

Classification

When choosing and installing seats, you need to start from the weight classification, which is considered generally accepted in Russia and Europe.

There are several groups:

Zero or group 0. These are chairs for newborns whose weight is no more than 10 kilograms and whose age does not exceed 6 months. A prerequisite for them is to be placed sideways in the direction of traffic;
Car seat group 0+. Here children are up to 13 kilograms and no older than one year. Mounted frontally against the movement of the car;
First group. This includes car seats for children whose weight ranges from 9-18 kilograms and whose age ranges from 9 months to 4 years. Place your face in the direction of the car;
Second group. Includes small passengers weighing from 15 to 25 kilograms and ages from 3 to 7 years. They are also placed facing the direction of travel;
Third group. These are the oldest, weighing from 22 to 36 kg and age from 6 to 12 years. Install as in the case of the second group.

Based on this classification, you will know exactly which car seat to buy for your child in the weight range of 9-36 kg.

Don't worry if you don't have seat belts. You can, and sometimes need to, secure your child with the straps that come with the chair you purchased.

As for the chairs themselves, it is worth highlighting brands like Babyton, Zlatek, Rant, Infiniti or Mishutka. Focus on your taste and financial capabilities.

Where to attach a car seat in a car for a child?

Features of securing a car seat primarily depend on the age of the baby.

Group 0 and 0+ is also a car seat ; it is mounted in front, against the direction of the car. The fastening system is Isofix, or stationary car belts. In this case, the airbag must be switched off.

Correct fastening

For other groups, the correct installation point is the rear seat.

There are 3 options for installing a car seat: behind the driver's seat, behind the passenger seat, in the middle.

The third option is a universal method, used up to the age of three. is surrounded on all sides , which in the event of an accident will take the impact and protect the baby. In addition, adults can be located next to the baby, even on both sides, which will allow them to observe him, entertain him and pay attention - at this age it is still difficult for a child to remain alone with himself for a long time.
When the seat is located on the passenger side, the child is also in a fairly safe zone ; he is in danger only if he is hit on the right side, which does not happen so often. Suitable for groups 1 and 2. An adult can also sit nearby, but at this age children do not require so much attention; they will willingly occupy themselves with a toy, tablet, or phone. It is convenient to seat a baby in a seat on the sidewalk side, but an adult, who will sit next to him in the back, has to go around the car and sit down from the roadway.
The option of attaching a seat behind the driver's seat is relevant for older people, groups 2 and 3. Such children are already able to climb onto the seat on their own; adults only need to check that the belts are fastened. Parents calmly sit in front - at this age, children do not require the presence of an adult nearby, but prefer to do without him.

Advantages of the car seat installation location

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How to secure a car seat in a car with belts?

For the safety of your baby, it is necessary not only to make the right choice of device, determine the location of its attachment, but also to correctly secure the car seat with belts. An incorrectly installed seat will not save you in an accident, but will cause significant injury. Take this moment very seriously.

It is also important to secure the seat correctly - otherwise injuries cannot be avoided.
The following methods can be used to install a car seat:

Stationary car seat belts
Isofix system
Latch or SuperLatch system

Every car is equipped with a stationary standard three-point belt; it is a universal and inexpensive tool. With it, the chair can be installed without problems on any of the seats. However, its installation is quite complicated, and if the chair is equipped with a table, then there may simply not be enough belt. And the security of such a mount is not very high.

When using this method, it is important to remember the following:

Car seat belts do not guarantee rigid fixation of the car seat for a child, but still it should not wobble, play is acceptable within 2 cm.
It is necessary to adjust the belt tension after the small passenger is seated in the seat. The fabric cannot be twisted, sagging, or fit too tightly. The best gap between the belt and the child's body is about 3-4 cm - 2 fingers.
Install a fastener on the belts so that they do not stretch or slip while driving.
The tape should go through all the guides and be located at the level of the child’s shoulders and hips. Under no circumstances should the belt be at the level of his neck.

In the rear seat
Installing a car seat in the rear seat is as follows:

Place the car seat on the seat. According to the instructions for the car seat, guide the belt strap through the special holes.
Tighten the belt and lock the buckle.
Press down on the chair and make sure it is well secured and there is no excessive play.
Release the seat of the chair from the belt tape, place the baby in it, and fasten the belts.
Keeping an eye on the pads, secure the locks.

Location of child seat belts

This is an equally important nuance in the operation of a child seat. Having firmly fixed the structure itself, it is necessary to adapt to its everyday use, and therefore to fastening children's seat belts when the child sits in the seat.

Their correct location is necessarily covered by the manufacturer of the child seat, but several general rules can be identified.

The first belt is diagonal. It should be located fairly close to the child's neck, passing over the shoulder. You don’t have to worry about pressure on your neck; the baby harnesses are designed in such a way that they won’t cause damage in this position. If the seat belt is placed lower, there is a risk that the child will fly over it when the vehicle suddenly stops.

When positioning the lap belt, make sure it reaches your upper legs and thighs. Be sure to place it according to the instructions to prevent the belt from slipping. The latter can lead to damage to internal organs during a sudden stop of the car (when the belt slips onto the stomach).

How to attach a baby car seat in a car?

A car seat is a car seat for children of group 0, it is used from birth to 6 months, and it provides for transporting the child lying down. It’s convenient and safe to ride in it, but for parents the following difficulties arise: the inability to later convert the device for older people, and the bulkiness of the design, which occupies the front seat, pushed back, thereby blocking the space behind the passenger, or two rear seats.

Securing it against traffic
If you still need to secure a child car seat in a car, proceed as follows:

The device is fixed against the direction of the car, in a place near the driver, and the airbag is turned off.
The cradle is secured with belts; the transverse and diagonal tapes should not be tangled.
Adjust the tilt angle back, it cannot exceed 45 degrees.
Use a special roller or rolled towel when provided by the manufacturer.
Place the baby in the cradle , secure the straps by installing the clips at armpit level.
Belts must have special pads to prevent chafing in the child's groin. Place a soft towel if there is no padding.
Adjust the straps, they should not be tight and at the same time secure the baby. This is about two fingers between it and the belt.
Measure the temperature in the cabin and, if necessary, cover the baby with a blanket.

Mounting options: pros and cons

Statistics confirm the fact that a high-quality car seat saves a child’s life in 90-95% of cases. But the same stubborn statistics say that in 80% of cases, parents neglect the rules of fastening, due to which the effectiveness of protection rapidly drops to zero. The method of attaching a car seat depends solely on its design and the characteristics of the car. Based on how the child seat is attached to the car, the following options are distinguished:

Fixation with three-point belt

Initially, manufacturers of children's products offered exclusively models that were secured with a standard car seat belt. Chairs of all age groups were fixed in this way, and even now, when more modern designs exist, these models still continue to be improved and produced. Car seats of this type are chosen for the following reasons:

The vehicle is not equipped with fastenings for other systems. You can secure a child seat in almost any car, provided that it is equipped with standard seat belts for rear passengers. Before purchasing, be sure to check whether the belt is long enough - problems usually arise when installing carriers of group 0 or 0+.
The family often uses taxi services. Not all taxi services offer cars with child seats, and when you call, you don't know whether the car will have a different type of seat.

The disadvantages of fixing with a three-point belt are the complexity of installation, due to which mistakes are often made. The results of crash tests confirm the lower reliability of such a system, but still, if you secure the child seat in the car correctly, the child will be safer than without it.

IsoFix fastenings

Such a system was developed back in the 80s by Romer and Volkswagen. The presence of IsoFix fasteners became mandatory for European-made cars only in 2011, but even cars from earlier years of production most often have this option. The advantages of the IsoFix fastening system are the following:

Reliability. The automotive part of the locking mechanism is rigidly coupled to the power frame of the car, which provides protection against displacement in any collision.
Easy to install. Even a woman can install it, since the car seat is attached to the car with a simple snap, which does not require physical effort. In this case, incorrect installation is completely excluded, and only a violation when fastening the child can reduce the effectiveness of protection.

Undoubtedly, if your car has an IsoFix system, you should choose such a car seat, since this is the safest option.

Latch and SuperLatch System

An analogue of IsoFix, used on the American market, the only difference is that on the side of the chair, the fasteners are not a metal strip, but thick straps with a carabiner lock. Some elasticity in the strap reduces the intensity of the shock during a collision.

Interchangeability.

Keep in mind that a car seat with the Latch system can be installed in a car with IsoFix, because the length of the straps allows for slight deviations in the location of the brackets. At the same time, a seat with IsoFix may or may not fit into a car with Latch, depending on the location of the fasteners.

Universal car seats

Manufacturers offer models in which Latch or IsoFix are supplemented with fastenings for three-point seat belts. The best option for families with several cars or those who plan to attach a child car seat both in their own car and in a taxi.

How to attach a children's triangle in a car?

The child triangle is a special adapter that fits onto the seat belt and is used to fully protect the child. The fact is that an ordinary adult belt is suitable for a passenger over 150 cm tall and, if applied to children, it may not protect them in the event of an accident, but may injure them.

This is because due to the child's small stature, the diagonal belt will pass in the neck area, which is very dangerous in the event of a collision. The triangle adapter moves the belt away from the neck and places it in the chest area, so it can protect a small passenger in an accident.
Therefore, when there is no car seat, a child from 4 to 12 years old is transported using a triangle. It can be used not only in a personal car, but also in others, simply by putting it on an existing seat belt. This is very easy to do by simply passing the strap through the holes in the triangle and placing it on the baby's chest.

Attach the triangle if there is no chair

Make sure that the straps are not twisted and that the material adheres well to the surface of the child’s body.
However, keep in mind that using a triangle is not a solution to the situation, but rather a palliative. In the event of a serious accident, it does not protect as effectively as if you were using a car seat . Therefore, it is necessary to stock up on such an accessory, but you should not rely on it too much.

Choosing a safe installation location

If parents believe that buying an expensive and high-quality chair is the key to the safety of their child, this is wrong. Step No. 2 - correct installation of the product in the car. Now let's look at all the options and decide how to properly attach a child seat. The author of the video from the BA channel will share information on how to attach it.

Driving with your back in the direction of the car is a convenient option. If your baby is rear-facing, his injuries in a collision are reduced by a factor of five. Installing a product for the safe movement of your baby in the back seat on the right is an excellent choice. How to install a child seat, we learn from the video from Andrey Tarti.

When installing a seat on the rear left, you need to be prepared for the fact that when disembarking, the parent and child will find themselves on the roadway. Here the opinions of experts are also divided. Some believe that it is best to install the seat behind the driver, because the person sitting behind the wheel will, by inertia, jerk to the left, protecting himself from impact. Others say that due to its proximity to traffic, it is not such a safe place.

Installing the product in the middle of the rear seat is the best option, if you listen to specialists and pediatricians. Children who sit in the rear middle seat are significantly less likely to be injured.

The reason is that the space in the middle is not squeezed by either the front seats or the side doors. And injuries inflicted from the side take second place after frontal impacts. Below we will look at ways to secure child seats in a car.

How to attach a car seat to the front seat?

Where to install a child seat? Is it worth installing it from the front? Please note that there is no prohibition on such installation. Subject to compliance with all laws, seats can be placed in the front.

And this has a number of advantages:

Children are more willing to ride in the front seat - there is better visibility and they get the impression of participating in the movement.
If there are no adults around besides the driver, then it is easier for the driver to control the child and talk to him.
Seats in the back are freed up for other children and adults.
There is less motion sickness here.

How to attach a car seat to the front seat, taking into account the category:

0 – baby seat. If you use a device removed from a stroller, you can only place it on the back seat, because the design does not allow it to be installed in the front.
Group 0+ – mounted on the front seat with the back facing forward, secured according to the design of the car.
Group 1 - can be located anywhere, in any position, while almost always parents prefer to seat the child facing forward.
Groups 2 and 3 – here only a forward facing seat is possible. Use regular car seat belts.

In the front, the child feels like an adult.
With all the advantages of the front seat, it remains the most dangerous when traveling. Once you have chosen this place, follow these rules:

Turn off the front airbag; it protects an adult well, but can injure a child. In this case, the side airbag cannot be turned off.
Position the front seat with the car seat as far away from the dashboard as possible, closer to the rear seats
Adjust the side view mirrors so that the high backrest of the child seat does not block your view.

Types of infant carriers

Car seats are different. Some are designed exclusively for newborns, others are suitable for transporting babies up to six months old, and still others can accommodate older children - up to a year. They may also have a different number of belts, different fastenings, etc.

Categories of infant carriers

A car seat usually falls into category 0 or 0+. They are slightly different from each other. For some, these differences are fundamental, for others they will not be particularly noticeable.

Group 0 is designed for newborn babies whose weight does not reach 10 kg, and whose age does not reach six months (maximum 9 months). Here the baby is more likely to lie down than sit. This option is installed using the car’s standard belts. Such a cradle usually looks very much like a carrying bag. Only its main difference is that it is still subject to fastening.

Group 0+ is intended for babies up to one year old, up to a maximum of one year and two months. Here the child’s weight should not exceed 13 kg. The child in such a chair is in a semi-sitting position. Such a chair is installed against the direction of travel. This chair usually has a handle to make it easier to carry.

Methods of attaching a car seat

How the car seat is attached is a question that worries many. After all, it’s not enough to buy it, you still need to install it correctly and secure it

So, there are a number of important nuances that you need to pay attention to. For example, cradles can be attached:

parallel to the seat;
against the movement of the car.

It is believed that the safest place is behind the driver's seat. Therefore, it is often recommended to place the baby here.

A Category 0 carrier style carrycot is placed exclusively on its side. Of course, in this case it takes up almost the entire back seat of the car, but the child is secured securely. It should be fastened with standard seat belts so that it does not move.

Ideally, it should have additional seat belts inside that will secure the child in one position while moving and will not allow him to move around inside the cradle - this also risks breaking or twisting something. If such belts are available, they should definitely be used.

A number of infant carrier models also include a special base that allows them to be securely secured in the car. This device will also help if there are no seat belts in the back seat of the car.

A car seat for newborns of category 0+ is often used only in the rear direction of the car. In this case, it can more reliably protect the child during sudden braking or impact.

Such models can also be placed in the front seat, but it is important to understand that this can only be done if the airbag is disabled. Otherwise, the front seat will be deadly for the baby

You can attach the cradle in the car using the Isofix system. All European cars younger than 2011 have it. This system is built-in and allows you to more securely fix the chair on the seat, without using standard seat belts. From a convenience point of view, such a system is ideal. At the same time, it has the maximum protective effect specifically for categories 0 and 0+.

The Isofix design consists of metal guides with locks that snap into place when installing the chair, and loops between the seat and back that secure the device.

How to secure a car seat in the back seat?

The rear seats of the car are the safest for children. Moreover, the best place is considered to be the center of the rear seat, followed by the seat behind the passenger, and then behind the driver.
to attach the car seat for your baby so that he rides facing the direction of the car, with his legs towards the rear seats. At the same time, his body is located reclining . Very young children's heads are usually large and heavy, and their necks are thin and weak. Therefore, it is very important to prevent large loads on these parts of the body, not only during accidents, but also during sudden braking.
How to fasten a child car seat in the back? This can be done in three different reliable ways. When using any of them, always carefully read the installation manual, which will answer all your questions.
Isofix, Latch or universal fastening systems that meet international safety standards. Most modern cars are equipped with them; they are reliable and safe.
Installing them is very simple, just find the fasteners on the car seats and attach the car seat to them - all certified car seats are compatible with such connectors. We will talk about these systems in more detail later.

Fasten using special grooves

Secured with installed seat belts. Installed in the absence of the above-mentioned fastening systems. For this case, car seats have grooves for the belt, and the instructions for your car contain an explanation of how to secure them (we also described above how to fasten the seat using belts).
Use of fasteners. The method is similar to the previous one, but at the same time, clamps are also installed on the belt to block the car seat from wobbling. If the fabric is too long, an additional knot is tied on it, which makes it possible to shorten it

In all cases, the back seat is always preferable to the front. The exception is the car seat for group 0, which is placed on the front seat, which is moved back to the maximum.

Installation location

There is a lot of controversy regarding whether it is possible to put a seat with a child in the front seat or not. If you don’t believe the prevailing stereotypes, then there is nothing terrible in such a decision.

In general, there are several options where you can place this structure. But each of them has its own nuances.

Front passenger seat. Can. But first you need to turn off the airbag, if the car has one. At the same time, security will be at a high level;
In the middle of the back seat. It is considered a familiar and more optimal option. Injuries from side impacts are minimized. It is not possible to provide complete side impact protection;
Right back. Also a relatively safe option. The danger is only due to the proximity of the side door. But it is easier for the driver to keep an eye on the child. Plus, you can move the front passenger seat forward. And this is very important and useful from a security perspective;
Behind the driver. For some reason it is considered the safest option, but the facts tell a different story. The driver does not see the child, the seat cannot be moved. Having the driver's seat close to the car seat is very dangerous due to possible impacts against it.

Based on all of the above, everyone will be able to draw the appropriate conclusions for themselves.

Do not break the rules, strictly follow the instructions when installing a children's structure.

It is unlikely that it will be possible to talk specifically about the rules for mounting and installing belts within the framework of this material. You need to rely not on advice from the Internet, but purely on the manufacturer’s official instructions. This is the most correct and only correct source of information on the operation of your specific purchased car seat for a child.

Beware of extraneous advice or any recommendations that run counter to official requirements and recommendations. Various smart people and folk craftsmen believe that they know better than the manufacturer how to use his car seats. They come up with alternative installation methods, use strange belt placement principles that contradict the manual. It’s hard to say what this will lead to. The only thing I can add is that when it comes to child safety, you should trust only the best car seat manufacturers.

Carefully study the characteristics of the design you purchased. Read reviews about it, find out if these models have manufacturing defects and if they have been discontinued due to design imperfections. In this regard, it is also not recommended to buy used chairs. This is your child, and therefore it is worth allocating money for his safety.

Before fastening a child seat in the car, video instructions below, read the instructions carefully and make sure that the fastening parts do not have any defects. Car seats for children are designed to keep your child safe on the road, so carefully follow all recommendations and rules for installing this product.

Isofix mounting system: how to secure a child seat?

One of the best systems that allows you to properly secure a child car seat is the isofix system. This is an international certified system accepted throughout the world.

Fastening
The main advantages of isofix are the following:

Most modern cars are equipped with it
Easy to install and secured with special connectors.
It is very difficult to install incorrectly.
Features a very high level of protection.
The car seat is secured very firmly , it does not wobble, regardless of whether there is a child there or not.

Isofix mount for car seat, how to mount:

Find metal brackets between the back and seat of the car and remove the plugs from them.
If your chair has bracket guides, install them onto the brackets.
The armchair brackets must be pulled out and snapped onto the brackets.
Also remove the existing plugs and hide them together with the seat plugs.
Now all that remains is to place the child in the chair and secure it with the internal belt.

Schematically

It must be taken into account that this system is offered as the main one, and you can attach a car seat up to 18 kg, that is, groups 0, 0+, and 1, for children up to 4 years old. When your child has crossed this threshold, isofix can only be installed as an additional system, reinforced with devices. This is an anchor belt or a telescopic stop.

Types of child car seats

Before installing this car device, you need to make sure that it matches the child’s age and anthropometric parameters. Depending on the age category, car seats are conventionally divided into subgroups. They differ in the type of fastening (main and auxiliary), as well as the design features of the car seat body. In addition, each type of restraint device has a specific fixation location. The following types of chairs can be found on sale:

Group 0+. Such infant carriers are used for infants whose weight does not exceed 12 kg. Chairs in this group, as a rule, have several fastening systems and auxiliary support supports.
Group 1. Seats of this type are intended for young passengers from one to five years old, whose body weight does not exceed 20 kg.
Universal group. This format of chairs is suitable for several age categories at once, so this device is often used for several years. Due to the fact that such a device has an advanced regulation system, it can be adjusted to the baby’s height. It is also possible to separately adjust the angle of inclination.
Group 2–3 These car seats are only suitable for transporting older children weighing up to 40 kg.

Child car seat latch system

The latch system is an improved version of isofix. They are interchangeable, but latch appeared later and therefore has a number of improvements:

The chair itself weighs less because it does not have a heavy metal frame, but has strong and lightweight straps.
The system is not rigidly attached, but very effectively protects against body vibration and holds overloads in the event of an accident.
Can be used for children whose weight significantly exceeds the isofix weight limit of 18 kg. This value for the latch is 29 kg due to the even distribution of the load when using elastic belts.
The method of fastening the belts has been simplified; now there is no need to strictly follow the sequence of their fixation.
It is possible to attach some latch models both along the direction of the car and in the opposite direction.

Fastening
The procedure for fastening the car seat is as follows:

Find the metal brackets between the back and seat of the car , remove the plugs from them.
Unfasten the side belts of the car seat and pull them out as far as possible.
Install the car seat on the selected seat, attach the carabiners to the fasteners.
Press down on the seat and tighten the side straps.
Throw the anchor strap over the back of the rear seat, attach it to the bracket, and tighten it.
Check the fastening and make sure there is no play of more than 2 cm.

Buckle up your child.

Remember, dear motorists, that the straps of a child seat must fit tightly enough to the child’s body. Only in this way will the child be reliably protected in the event of an accident. If the belts holding the child in the child car seat are loose, they will not be able to reliably hold and protect your child in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.

Here's what you should pay attention to first:

HEAD.

Please make sure there is enough free space between the top of the child's head and the top of the child car seat. Remember that all chairs differ depending on their type of design, brand and price category. To find out the exact distance that should be between the child’s head and the upper edge of the seat, first read the instructions for the car seat, where such data should be indicated.

SHOULDERS.

Also make sure the shoulder straps fit securely around your child's shoulders. In order to check the level of fit of the straps to the child, insert your finger under the strap in the area of the collarbone and pull your finger up (outward). If, by raising your finger up, you can pinch the strap of the car seat with your index finger and thumb, this will mean that the belt (strap) needs to be tightened further, since it does not securely hold the child in the seat.

CHEST: Next, make sure that your baby's chest is also securely supported by the seat belts (straps).

LUMBER: Also make sure that the lower straps of the child car seat securely support your child's lower back and hips.

How to properly place a child in a car seat?

The safety of a child while driving depends not only on the correct fastening of the car seat, but also on the correct placement of the baby in the seat.

Therefore, take note of these recommendations:

Set the back of the chair at an angle of 30-45 degrees.
Place or place the baby in the car seat.
The baby's legs should be straight, not bent at the knees.
The baby should have soft cushions on both sides of his head.
Fasten the seat belts so that they do not put pressure on his chest.
Check the belt tension - an adult's palm should fit between the baby's back and the chair.
You need to dress your child lightly ; warm and tight clothes can impair the effectiveness of the belts in an extreme situation. If necessary, simply cover the baby with a light blanket.

Seat your baby correctly

Are you already convinced of the importance of this purchase?
Now that you know how to properly install a car seat in a car and secure it, you can rest assured about the safety of your little one while traveling together.

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Additional Security Measures

While the car is moving, the driver does not always have the opportunity to be regularly distracted by the child. A small passenger, left unattended, may well harm himself by unfastening the child seat belts. To avoid such situations, it is necessary to take some preventive measures:

The child in the car should be as busy as possible, so take with you toys, books, and the child’s favorite items to occupy his attention during the trip.
Ensure that child seat belts are secured as securely as possible. They should be difficult to unfasten (so that the child does not master this task).

High-quality fixation systems, correct placement of the child seat in the cabin, competent organization of fastenings (in all ways available for the existing seat model) guarantee almost one hundred percent safety of your most important passenger.

To fully guarantee safety and comfort, it is enough to add only the attention of elders. Manufacturers of modern reliable child car seats have already taken care of the rest.

Fastening method Anchor strap

One of the possible options for such an additional fastening point is the so-called “anchor belt”.

A similar belt is attached to the chair, in the upper part of this structure. This belt is also equipped with a hook designed to secure the chair to a bracket intended for this, which in turn is fixed to the floor, and maybe in the luggage compartment, it all depends on the modification of the car.

The main goal of the additional, third, anchorage point for the seat for transporting a child is to eliminate the head nod, which is quite traumatic, which occurs as a result of a sharp head-on collision of a car with an obstacle or with another car.

When using a third point, the load on the fastening system is significantly reduced, and in the event of a serious emergency, the possibility of the chair tipping over is reduced.

An additional fastening point can be used in the ISOFIX fastening system.

Front leg attachment method.

There is another way to attach the chair, which is called the “front leg”. It is located at the front below, resting against the surface of the floor of the car. The purpose of the “leg” is similar to that of the “anchor strap”.

Although it is worth noting that such a mount is somewhat cumbersome, it has one very significant advantage, namely, it is suitable for almost all car models.

This is achieved through the ability to adjust the car. But the presence of an “anchor strap” bracket is not observed in all cases.

Some types of cars equipped with an ISOFIX child seat securing system also have an additional removable element, most often a frame or platform that can be secured to the back seat of the car, and a child car seat on it.

The popularity of the ISOFIX fastening system is also explained by the fact that, using this system, you can secure a child seat using a conventional three-point belt.

The fact is that older cars do not have brackets designed to secure child car seats, which, fortunately, cannot be said about ordinary seat belts.

But you need to take into account that the ISOFIX fastening system is designed for children no heavier than 18 kilograms and ensures reliable fixation of the child in the seat using a five-point belt.