AIMSS Workshop: Melbourne
Head and Neck Restraint, Harnesses and Seats
-   Choices, Principles and Fitment

Date and Time:    Thursday 1 May 2008 from 6.00 pm – 10.00 pm
Location:      Royal Victorian Aero Club Building, First Avenue, Moorabbin Airport 

Head and neck restraint has become a major issue in motor sport safety. Several international and major national categories, under both FIA and non-FIA regulations, have now made the use of such restraint compulsory.
 
The correct choice, fitting and use of head and neck restraint is intimately related to the choice, fitting and use of competition harnesses and competition seats. All this equipment is part of the total safety system, and it must work in harmony. Many competitors, from club level to full-time professionals, are confused or unclear on how to choose between different protection devices and how to fit and use them.

The Australian Institute for Motor Sport Safety (AIMSS) has organised this workshop to assist all participants to resolve these issues and ensure that the safety system they choose is as effective as it can be.

The workshop is aimed at competitors in all categories, including rallies and racing, sedans, sports and open cars, and from historics to contemporary.

Subjects to be covered include:
•   Potential benefits in injury reduction
•   Combining head and neck devices, harnesses and seats for the best protection
•   Acceptable standards for head and neck restraint
•   Fitting and use difficulties

The workshop will be facilitated by Dr Michael Henderson, AIMSS Chairman and Fellow of the FIA Institute for Motor Sport Safety. Presenters will include suppliers of safety equipment of all kinds, prominent competitors and other experts. Documentation will be provided to all participants.

** Competitors are encouraged to bring their cars and restraint systems for inspection and advice.

Times:   6.00 – 7.00 pm:    Optional inspection of Restraint Systems
6.00 – 7.45 pm:    Meals may be purchased
8.00 – 10.00 pm:    Workshop Presentations

The workshop will be held at the RVAC Building, First Avenue, Moorabbin Airport, with the kind cooperation and assistance of the Phillip Island Auto Racing Club (PIARC).