Safe & Professional Baby Car Seat or Child Seat Installation
We provide professional child restraint fitting and safety checks to help ensure your child seat is installed correctly, securely, and in accordance with relevant Australian safety requirements.
Why Choose Us?
As an RACV accredited provider, we offer reliable child restraint fitting with careful attention to safety, positioning, and correct installation. Our team helps give parents and carers confidence before travelling.
Our Child Restraint Fitting Service Includes
- Child seat installation and adjustment
- Harness fitment and positioning check
- Seatbelt or ISOFIX connection check
- Top tether anchor check
- Rear-facing and forward-facing seat setup
- Booster seat positioning check
- Final safety inspection before handover
- Easy explanation for parents or carers
What is Cost of Child Restraint Fitting?
Cost: $60 plus GST (For Assembled Seat only)
For Unassembled Seat, Cost starts from $100 plus GST (based on the time required to assesmble the seat)
Important Note
Child restraints must be suitable for your child’s age, height, weight, and the vehicle being used. We recommend having the installation checked professionally to reduce the risk of incorrect fitting.
For more information check RACV guidelines here: https://www.racv.com.au/cars-transport/road-safety/child-safety/car-seats-restraints.html
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is included in the RACV Child Restraint Fitting Service?
Our RACV-accredited child restraint service includes professional installation, harness adjustment, correct recline and angle setting, top-tether anchoring, and ISOFIX or seatbelt connection checks. We also perform booster seat positioning, inspect anchor point hardware, and conduct a thorough final safety assessment to ensure your child travels comfortably and securely.
Why is professional RACV car seat fitting important for child safety?
Professional fitting by an RACV-trained technician ensures your restraint is securely anchored, correctly angled, and properly adjusted for your child’s size, dramatically reducing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
Can you fit all types of child car seats and booster seats?
Yes. We install and inspect all types of child restraints compliant with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1754, including:
- Rear-facing baby capsules and infant restraints
- Forward-facing convertible child seats
- Booster seats and harness-guided seats
Note: The restraint must be suitable for both your child’s age/height and compatible with your vehicle.
How long does a RACV child restraint fitting appointment take?
Most restraint fittings take approximately 20 to 30 minutes per seat. The exact duration depends on the vehicle make, whether your seat uses ISOFIX or seatbelt installation, and whether the restraint comes pre-assembled or requires initial strap and buckle adjustments.
How do I know if my child car seat has been installed correctly?
A correctly fitted seat will have minimal side-to-side or forward movement at the belt path, a firm and un-twisted top-tether strap, correct harness shoulder height, and properly engaged ISOFIX or seatbelt latches. Our certified fitting service includes a demonstration and safety inspection so you feel confident operating the restraint yourself.
When should I have my child restraint checked or refitted?
You should schedule a restraint check or refit whenever:
- The vehicle has been involved in a collision (in which case, the seat should be inspected or replaced)
- Your child grows and shoulder straps need to be adjusted to the next slot
- You move the seat between different family vehicles
- You transition your child from a rear-facing capsule to a forward-facing seat or booster
- You suspect the straps have become twisted or loose over time
Do I need to book an appointment for RACV child restraint fitting services in Clayton?
Yes, booking an appointment in advance is necessary to ensure an RACV-accredited technician is available to dedicate full attention to your vehicle. You can easily schedule your child seat fitting alongside a routine car service at our Clayton workshop.