Houdini 28 Harness

The Houdini 28 Harness fits most types of vehicle seats. For seats that ‘narrow’ towards the top of the backrest, the Model 27 is more suitable.

The 5-point harness is similar to the Houdini 27 except that the seat attachment straps go vertically around the vehicle seat and access is required between the seat back and seat cushion for fitting.

The harness is not a vehicle restraint, and therefore the vehicle seatbelt must always be used.

Important information for parents: The Houdini 28 Harness is a specialty product designed for occupants with disabilities and medical conditions. This type of product should be prescribed by an allied health professional, such as an occupational therapist and physiotherapist.

The Houdini 28 Harness is supplied by specialist disability suppliers and there are legal requirements to comply with when using it.

Most harnesses and vests available in Australia are positioning devices, or devices used to reduce the risk of occupants getting out of their vehicle seat. The vehicle seatbelt is used with the Houdini 28 Harness at all times and continues to be the primary form of restraint for the occupant.

There is no Australian standard for this type of harness/vest. A new standard is currently being developed AS 5384 Accessories for seat belts for use in motor vehicles which is considering harnesses and vests.