For a CAR SEAT CHECK or QUESTIONS call 446-4552 or e-mail.
Next Car Seat Safety Checks: To be Announced!
Did you know:
 | 5-8 year olds that don't use a booster are at high risk for serious
injury! |
| Don't use aftermarket seat belt positioners. |
| It is safer for your child to be in their car seat without their winter
coat on. |
| Infants under 1 year and under 20lbs must ride rear facing |
| Proper Child Safety Seat Use Chart | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| INFANTS | TODDLER | YOUNG CHILDREN | |
| WEIGHT | Birth to 1 year at least 20-22 lbs. |
Over 1 year and Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs. |
Over 40 lbs. Ages 4-8, unless 4'9''. |
| TYPE of SEAT | Infant only or rear-facing convertible | Convertible / Forward-facing | Belt positioning booster seat |
| SEAT POSITION | Rear-facing only | Forward-facing | Forward-facing |
| ALWAYS MAKE SURE: | Children to one year and at least 20 lbs. in
rear-facing seats Harness straps at or below shoulder level |
Harness straps should be at or above
shoulders Most seats require top slot for forward-facing |
Belt positioning booster seats must be used
with both lap and shoulder belt. Make sure the lap belt fits low and tight across the lap/upper thigh area and the shoulder belt fits snug crossing the chest and shoulder to avoid abdominal injuries |
| WARNING | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat |
More info on Child Passenger Safety.
Since December 2002