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FAS Buckleguard

A simple solution for those who are able to escape from car safety harnesses and may endanger themselves or others in a vehicle. This strong and difficult to break cover slides over the seatbelt buckle to prevent the wearer from releasing the belt themselves. A caregiver can then safely and easily release the belt by inserting a key or coin into a slot when the destination is reached.

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Online Delivery Rates

NZ Retail Purchases
$9 NZD flat fee 

AU Retail Purchases
$30 NZD flat fee

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Shipping will be calculated after your purchase and added to your invoice.

Online Delivery Times

Deliveries placed during the week before 2pm*

New Zealand
Auckland: Usually the next day!
Rest of North Island: 2 days
South Island: Approx 3 - 4 days
Rural deliveries can take 1-2 days in addition to the above

Australia
Approx 10 - 15 days 

*Approximate timeframes given. Please note that for out-of-stock items and orders placed after 2pm or over the weekend, the shipping timeframes above will apply from the day of dispatch from our warehouse.

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Description

As per the standards for Restraint of children with disabilities, or medical conditions, in motor vehicles -  AS/NZS 4370:2013, a letter from the user's prescriber should be kept in the vehicle where the seat belt restraint is used. The letter should outline the medical condition/disability reason why the Buckleguard has been prescribed as a seat belt restraint. We recommend the same process for adult users. 

The Buckleguard may not be suitable for all users depending on their unique behaviours. There may be unintended consequences such as users sliding under the seat belt to release themselves. More stringent vehicle restraints such as vests may be appropriate with a number of these available from other suppliers in New Zealand.  We encourage carers and users to discuss their needs with their prescribers to determine whether the Buckleguard is an appropriate product.   

Features

  • Designed to go over most car seat buckles - either side release or top release.
  • Dimensions: 64 mm W x 64 mm H x 42 mm D
  • Manufactured from clear and durable ABS plastic. 
  • Australian design

Contents of Product

  • 1 x clear buckle cover with two release slots for front or top release
  • 2 x wedge spacers (may be snapped apart to create 4 spacers)
  • 2 x 3M tapes for wedge spacers
  • 1 x emergency sticker label to be placed in car
  • 1 x seat belt cutter for emergencies
  • 1 x replacement date sticker
  • 1 x product manual

FAQ's

How does the FAS Buckleguard work?

Caregivers and parents need to follow these simple steps;

  1. Place the FAS Buckleguard over the buckle, the large slot sits directly on top of the buckle's red release button.
  2. Buckle the seat belt, placing the tongue through the slot. The seat belt buckle is then secured, and cannot be unfastened by the passenger.
  3. To unfasten, press a key through the slot and push on the buckle's red release button.

Do I need to complete an application form before purchasing an FAS Buckleguard for my child?

While in the past this we requested a form was completed, as per the standards for Restraint of children with disabilities, or medical conditions, in motor vehicles - AS/NZS 4370:2013, no form is needed, however, a letter from the user's prescriber needs to be kept in the vehicle where the seat belt restraint is used.The letter should outline the medical condition/disability reason why the Buckleguard has been prescribed as a seat belt restraint. We recommend the same process for adult users. 

Who should use a FAS Buckleguard?

A buckleguard is useful for children who are able to escape from car safety harnesses and may endanger themselves or others in a vehicle by doing so.

What company supplies the FAS Buckleguard?

We distribute the FAS Buckleguard in New Zealand on behalf of Buckleguard Pty Ltd, a family business, (second generation now!). You might have previously known them as FAS Therapeutic Equipment, Australia's first paediatric equipment provider. FAS was established in 1991 and quickly grew to become one of Australia's most well-known and friendly equipment supplier to kids with disabilities and additional needs. They work with early intervention centres, schools, hospitals, therapists and individual clients and families to provide customised and fitted solutions so that all kids can be free to be kids! 

Resources
FASBG - Buckle Guard - Restraint of Adults and Children with Disabilities in Motor Vehicles PDF FASBG - Buckle Guard - General Guidelines for the Prescriber.pdf
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