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Read rule 100

Fitness and preparation: rules 89–102

Check vehicle condition, fitness to drive, alcohol and drugs, loading, seat belts and child restraints before setting off.

Rule 100

The driver MUST ensure that all children under 14 years of age in cars, vans and other goods vehicles wear seat belts or sit in an approved child restraint where required (see table above). If a child is under 1.35 metres (approx 4 feet 5 inches) tall, a baby seat, child seat, booster seat or booster cushion MUST be used suitable for the child’s weight and fitted to the manufacturer’s instructions. Laws RTA 1988 sects 14 & 15 , MV(WSB)R , MV(WSBCFS)R & MV(WSB)(A)R 2006 Rule 100: Make sure that a child uses a suitable restraint which is correctly adjusted

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