As a result of legislation requiring seat belts for children travelling in minibuses and coaches, a large number of vehicles will be retro-fitted with seat belts. The purpose of this document is to provide technical information and advice on how to install seat belts correctly. This advice is based on the technical requirements of the British and European seat belt and anchorage standards, and good engineering practice. It is not intended to be a legal document or replace the existing technical standards and should be read in conjuction with advice from the Department of Transport, entitled `Minibus and coach seat belts : advice to users and operators of minibuses and coaches carrying children, VSE 1/96 (see ST 971417 fo). Full details of the relevant legislation are shown in Section 11 of this document. (A)
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