Safe-T Buzz Tip: Free Child Safety Seat Checks

Motor vehicle crashes in the United States are the leading cause of death for children ages three and older. One of the most important precautions parents and caregivers can take to protect their children while they are in a car is by properly installing and using child safety seats. For effectiveness, seats must be appropriate for the child’s size and age.

Complicated installation instructions and variations in method of installation between safety seat manufacturers can make proper installation confusing and difficult. Fortunately, experts who are trained to inspect the installation of child safety seats are available to help.

As part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Child Passenger Safety Week, organizations and some police departments across the region are offering free child safety seat inspections. Many of the locations require appointments. For a list of area safety seat check locations, visit www.nhtsa.gov or call your city police department.