AS 1753-2022 PDF

Full title and description

AS 1753:2022 — Webbing for restraining devices for occupants of motor vehicles. Specifies requirements for the manufacturing, performance, marking and packaging of webbing intended for use in seat belts, child restraints and other occupant restraining devices in motor vehicles.

Abstract

AS 1753:2022 defines classification, strength and conditioning tests, dimensional and marking requirements, and packaging/identification for textile webbing used in occupant restraint systems. The standard is intended to ensure webbing materials meet minimum safety and durability criteria for use in automotive and child restraint applications.

General information

• Status: Published / current (published and available as the 2022 edition).
• Publication date: 30 September 2022.
• Publisher: Standards Australia (Australian Standards).
• ICS / categories: Typically associated with textile and vehicle restraint classifications (examples: crash protection and restraint systems / textile webbing). (Classification references vary by registry.)
• Edition / version: 4th edition (AS 1753:2022).
• Number of pages: 17 pages.

Scope

Specifies requirements and test methods for webbing used in restraining devices for vehicle occupants including the classification of webbing by width and minimum breaking strength, conditioning procedures, resistance tests (abrasion, light, microorganisms where applicable), marking and packaging requirements so that manufacturers, suppliers and test laboratories can verify compliance with minimum safety and identification criteria.

Key topics and requirements

• Webbing classification by width and minimum dry breaking force (class designations for adult and child restraint applications).
• Dry and conditioned breaking strength requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Standardised test methods for abrasion, light degradation and resistance to micro‑organisms where applicable.
• Dimensional tolerances (width, thickness) and acceptable construction types for webbing intended for seat belts and child restraints.
• Marking, labelling and packaging requirements to ensure traceability and correct application of webbing products.

Typical use and users

Used by webbing manufacturers, seat‑belt and child restraint manufacturers, component suppliers, test laboratories, vehicle OEMs, regulatory and conformity assessment bodies, and procurement teams requiring specification and verification of webbing performance for occupant safety systems.

Related standards

Related vehicle restraint and testing standards include Australian standards for child restraint systems and seat belts (for example AS 1754 series for child restraints and other vehicle restraint standards) and national/international test methods and regulations referenced by vehicle safety authorities. Historical and earlier editions of AS 1753 (for example AS 1753:1990) are superseded by the 2022 edition but remain relevant for legacy references.

Keywords

webbing, seat belt, child restraint, occupant restraint, breaking strength, abrasion resistance, marking, Standards Australia, AS 1753, vehicle safety

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: AS 1753:2022 is an Australian Standard that sets requirements and test methods for textile webbing used in restraining devices for motor vehicle occupants (seat belts, child restraints, etc.).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers classification by width and minimum breaking strength, conditioning and performance tests (including abrasion and light resistance), dimensional and construction requirements, marking, and packaging to ensure webbing is fit for use in occupant restraint systems.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Webbing producers, automotive and child restraint manufacturers, component suppliers, test laboratories, OEM engineering and compliance teams, and regulators use this standard to specify and verify webbing performance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2022 edition is the current published edition (4th edition). Earlier versions, such as AS 1753:1990, are superseded for new work but remain part of historical references.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: AS 1753 is focused on webbing specifically; it is used alongside other Australian standards addressing complete restraint systems, child restraints and seat‑belt components (for example AS 1754 and other vehicle restraint or testing standards).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Webbing, seat belt webbing, breaking strength, abrasion resistance, marking, child restraint, occupant restraint, Standards Australia.