Park & Fly Child Transit Policy

Park & Fly Child Transit Policy

At Park & Fly, your family’s safety is our priority. We are committed to ensuring that all children are transported safely and in compliance with New South Wales child restraint laws.

Park & Fly has implemented the following child transit policy to ensure compliance and to provide a safe travel experience for all passengers.

NSW Child Restraint Laws – Summary

• Children under 6 months must be secured in a rearward-facing restraint.
• Children aged 6 months to under 4 years must be secured in either a rearward or forward-facing restraint.
• Children aged 4 to under 7 years must be secured in a forward-facing restraint or booster seat.
• Children under 4 years must not travel in the front seat of a vehicle with two or more rows.
• Children aged 4 to under 7 years must not travel in the front seat unless all other back seats are occupied by younger children in appropriate restraints.

Park & Fly Shuttle Service Child Policy

• All children under 7 years of age must be restrained in a suitable and approved child restraint.
• Children under 12 months cannot be transported on Park & Fly shuttle vans under any circumstances.
• Children aged 1 to 4 years (8 kg to 18 kg) who can sit upright unaided will be seated in a professionally fitted forward-facing child restraint in designated family vehicles.
• Children aged 4 to 7 years must use a properly fitted booster seat with an adult lap/sash seatbelt.
• Booster seats must be fitted, fastened, and adjusted by the child’s guardian.
• Booster seats cannot be used with a lap-only seatbelt.
• Park & Fly cannot guarantee immediate availability of a booster seat but will endeavour to provide one if required.
• Children are not permitted to travel in the front seat of any Park & Fly shuttle vehicle.
• Park & Fly accepts no responsibility for false information provided regarding the age of children.

This policy complements, but does not override, our standard Terms and Conditions. Drivers’ responsibilities remain consistent with NSW driving laws and duty of care standards.

Child Restraint Types Explained

Type A1 – Rearward-Facing Restraint

Suitable for babies up to 9 kg (or 12 kg depending on the manufacturer), typically until around 6 months of age. Incorporates a six-point harness, secured with a seatbelt and top tether strap, and faces the rear of the vehicle.

Note: Park & Fly does not supply rearward-facing restraints. Therefore, children under 12 months cannot travel on Park & Fly shuttle services.

Type B – Forward-Facing Restraint

Suitable for children from 8 kg to 18 kg (approximately 6 months to 4 years). Forward-facing with a six-point harness, secured with a seatbelt and top tether strap.

Type E – Booster Seat

Suitable for children weighing between 14 kg and 26 kg (approximately 4 to 7 years). Used with an adult lap/sash seatbelt and designed with high backs and sides for additional protection.

Important Reminders for Parents and Guardians

• Always check that child restraints are correctly fitted and adjusted.
• Always declare your child’s age at the time of booking or shuttle check-in.
• Plan extra time to allow for safe boarding with child restraints if travelling with young children.

Thank you for helping us keep all Park & Fly passengers safe. If you have any questions about our child transit policy, please contact us before your travel date.