Correct as at 6th May 2024. It may be superseded at any time.
Extract taken: from Vehicle Inspection Portal > VIRMs > In-service certification (WoF and CoF) > Forklifts > Vehicle interior > Head restraints
7-3 Head restraints
Reasons for rejection
Condition and performance
1. The external surfaces and padding of a head restraint have deteriorated to the extent that they are likely to injure a vehicle occupant.
2. An adjustable head restraint is unable to remain locked in its adjusted position.
Summary of legislation
Applicable legislation
Permitted equipment
1. A forklift may be fitted with head restraints.
Condition and performance
2. The external surfaces and padding of a head restraint must not have deteriorated to the extent that the likelihood of injury to an occupant of the vehicle is increased.
3. An adjustable head restraint must remain able to be adjusted and locked into position.