Houdini 13 Harness

Unique rear fastening with all the buckles being behind the seat backrest

This is a vehicle positioning harness for children and adults with special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down Syndrome, Asperger’s disorder, developmental delay or other challenging behavioural needs where the person has problems with attention and safety. Providing safer travel and management of these loved ones when travelling in the car or other means of transport.

In vehicles, this harness is suitable for use on a single seat only, and can be fitted on wheelchairs and some easy chairs. Specially designed to restrain the child or adult during transport when seated in a single seat or high backed double seats where the back rest is split to the seat level.

To fit the harness easy access is required all the way round the seat back and underneath the base of the seat cushion.

Alternatively, this harness can also be used to offer postural support and assist in seating the occupant in an upright sitting position for persons with physical disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy (CP) and other significant physical disabilities or complex needs where extra support and positioning is required during travel.

It is advisable to carry out a safety and risk assessment to first consider the problems involved and what the situation would be if the passenger is not wearing a special needs harness. Could they be in danger to themselves and to other passengers in the vehicle or even other drivers on the road if they are not safely seated during travel?

Please note, to comply with safety regulations, the vehicle safety belt must always be worn over the top of the harness. The combination of the existing vehicle safety belt and the secondary harness offers added security for the passenger.

A safety webbing slicer is included with every vehicle harness and must be kept in the vehicle as a safety precaution.

Checklist:

Only suitable for single backrest seats eg: front seat or rear 'split-backrest' seat styles
All 3 buckles are behind the individual where they cannot reach them
When putting the harness on, the carer is behind the individual
Good access must be available for carer to sit behind seat whilst putting the harness on
Can be used on wheelchairs and other seating systems
Gap is required between seat and backrest for strap to be passed through

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Houdini Harness Anti-Escape Buckle

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Houdini Harness Anti-Escape Buckle

Steel anti-escape buckles can be installed to prevent children with inquisitive fingers, challenging behaviour or learning difficulties escaping from the carseat or harness during travel. These unique buckles have proven very successful as they operate in reverse to a normal buckle.

To disengage, you raise the spring-loaded catch, and then tension the belt before it will release. (It will not press release)

Houdini Harness Pen-Release Buckle Upgrade

Code	Model	Description
4604-1305-031	Model 13	Upgrade on 2 waist band buckles and neck strap (total 3 buckles)
4604-2215-031	Model 22	Upgrade on crotch strap, upper neck strap and 2 waist band buckles (total 4 buckles)
4604-2222-031	Model 22	Extra fixing strap upgrade for when Model 22 is upgraded
4604-2805-031	Model 27 or 28	Upgrade on waist belt
4604-3105-031	Model 31	Upgrade on two waist buckles (total of 2 buckles) and includes release tool.

Code	Size	Age Group
#4604-1302-017	13J	Paediatric
#4604-1303-017	13H	7 years to Adult

For consideration once child is of an appropriate height and weight to progress from a full booster into a half booster, usually around 6 or 7 years of age. If unsure please contact one of our product consultants.

Washing instructions

Hand wash only - in warm water up to 70/80 degrees.
Use mild detergent/anti-bacterial liquid wash.
Mild disinfectant can be used.
Do not use bleach
Do not tumble dry

Warranty:

12 months

FAQ

Does this harness require a vehicle tether point?

No. This harness does not require any tethering; it is not a safety harness. It is simply attached to the vehicle seat with the securing straps.

If I can't pass the strap between the seat and the backrest, what can I do?

This can be common. Most vehicles have a carpet flap at the rear which prevents the straps coming vertically around the seat. In virtually all cases the carpet can be cut with a pair of scissors or a knife to provide access through.

How do I Care for my Harness when it needs washing?

Harnesses must be cleaned by Hand washing only, in warm water up to 70 or 80 degrees.
Use a mild detergent/anti-bacterial liquid wash.
Mild disinfectant can be used.
Do not use Bleach or Tumble Dry your harness.