NEW DESIGN HOUDINI STOP TWIN PACK

The Houdini Stop Chest Strap is a device which prevents your child from taking their arms out of their car seat straps. It consists of two simple clips joined by a length of material. The clips connect to each of the 2 car seat straps and hold them closer together preventing your child from wriggling out.
It can also be used with highchair and stroller harnesses also, to prevent children standing up and possibly falling.

What size harness does it fit?

It fits over any single layer harness that is up to 38mm wide

Is it safe?

Yes. The Houdini Stop chest clip has been crash tested at the Autoliv Test Facility in Melbourne, Australia. The Houdini Stop has now been officially crash tested in both forward facing and rear facing situations, using Type B, A1, A2 and A4 seats. It meet the AS/NZS Standard 1754 and 8005:2013 in all the test situations.
In short the Houdini Stop was found not to interfere with the performance of any part of the car seat. In all tests the Houdini Stop did not move up and have any contact at all with the throat area. Please see the crash test results page for details.

Is it legal?

Yes. The Houdini Stop is legally allowed to be purchased as an aftermarket accessory. The Houdini Stop has been officially crashed tested with and recommended for use with forward facing Type B car seats. It has also been reviewed by ACRI an independent car seat safety organisation.

Can it be used in replacement for an exisiting chest clip?

Yes is can, it is universal. It should not however be used with an existing chest clip. Please ensure the old chest clip is fully removed before using a Houdini Stop.

Will it work for my Houdini?

The Houdini Stop, has more than a 95% percent success rate. Most young children are not dexterous enough, or strong enough in their pincher grip to work the release mechanism. The Houdini Stop can not be made 100% inescapable, as an adult needs to be able to easily work the release in an emergency situation.