Child car seat checks and adjustments

Book an appointment for a child car seat check or adjustment.
We are limited to the number of Free Services we can provide each day. Because there can be a wait for free checks, we now offer a $30 check option for up to 2 seats*. These $30 checks, allow us to see more people for checks, with less wait time for an appointment. As Kidsafe ACT is a charity, the fee helps us with operating costs and to ensure we can provide valuable child safety services and advice to the community.

    Child car seat check booking request
    Rear-facing installation include capsules or convertible seats installed rear-facing (facing the back of the car).

    Forward-facing car seat installation include convertible or forward-facing only seats with in-built 5 point harnesses that face the front of the car (this includes turning rear-facing seats to forward facing mode)

    Booster installation includes convertible boosters, height adjustable or lightweight boosters that are usually used with just the adult seatbelt.

    Not sure how your restraint will be installed? Select "unsure" and a Kidsafe ACT staff member can help you decide.​
    If you have more than one child car seat installed in a vehicle please select restraints types below. 
    Please add shop@kidsafeact.com.au to your contacts and check your spam/junk and other folders for our reply. While we work hard to respond to website booking requests quickly, it can take up to a week to process a request. If your matter is urgent, please call us, or come into Kidsafe in Pearce so we can help you as quickly as possible.

What does a restraint check and adjustment involve?
  • Checking the seat for damage, wear and making sure it's within age
  • Adjusting the harness and/or headrest to your child’s size
  • Making sure the tether, seatbelt/isofix are firmly attached and adjusted to manufacturer's instructions 
  • Adjusting the recline of the seat, padding and cover to make sure it's comfortable for your little one
  • Showing you how to use and adjust the restraint yourself

We will also provide advice on whether the seat is suitable for the child's age and size and whether they have outgrown the seat (or will soon).  

​If we recommend any extra parts or accessories we will explain what they are for and what they cost.

*There is a $40 fee for checks where there are 3 or more restraints in a car as these checks take more time and can sometimes be tricky. Appointments are needed for checks on 3 or more seats to ensure we have the time needed for the check.