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266Definitions—div 16.3
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266 Definitions—div 16.3 (1) For this division— (a) an approved child restraint is available in a motor vehicle for a passenger if it is fitted in the vehicle and is not occupied by someone else; and (b) an approved child restraint or approved seatbelt is suitable for a passenger if it is suitable for restraining, or to be worn by, the passenger. (2) Also, for this division, a child restraint that is properly fastened and adjusted is— (a) forward facing if, once it restrains a passenger, their head is closer to the rear of the vehicle than their feet; and (b) rearward facing if, once it restrains a passenger, their feet are closer to the rear of the vehicle than their head.