Guidance

Issuing medical exemptions from wearing a seatbelt

Guidance for medical practitioners when issuing medical exemptions to drivers and passengers from wearing seatbelts.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 1 November 2006

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Medical exemption from compulsory seat belt wearing: guidance for medical practitioners

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Drivers and passengers may be exempt from wearing a seatbelt on medical grounds. This guidance explains the issues that medical practitioners need to consider before granting an exemption certificate.

Published 1 November 2006