Buying a seat - the Good Egg Charter
When you set out to buy a child seat, you need to find a good retailer, perhaps by word of mouth. A good retailer will lead you safely through the many facts you need to know before buying.
Many good child seat retailers across Scotland want to make sure that customers get the right advice when buying car seats.
That's why they have signed up to our Good Egg Charter -designed to give you more confidence in the advice and service you receive.
Look out for the "Good Egg" signs - they'll tell you that you've come to the right place.
You'll find a list of these retailers HERE >
Buying a seat
get the right answers to these questions:
Is this the right seat for my child?
The retailer should check that the seat is suitable for your child's weight and height.
Is the retailer well trained to help me?
Ask to see evidence, e.g. a certificate, to show they have been properly trained.
Is the seat of the correct standard?
The retailer should point out the official standard mark (ECE
R44.03 or R44.04).
Are fitting instructions easily understood?
The retailer should go over them with you.
Is it a problem if my car has a frontal airbag?
The retailer should know that child restraints should not be fitted where there is a frontal airbag, and rear-facing restraints should never be fitted in these circumstances.
Which make should I buy?
Try not to compromise. If the shop recommends the most appropriate restraint, even though it's more expensive, ignore your bargain-hunting instinct.
