Monthly Car Seat Checks

If there is a quick and simple way to save your child’s life would you do it? You may be surprised to learn that the majority of children’s car seats are installed improperly, which can lead to death or injury in an auto accident.

The Car Seat Check-Up Events are designed to provide parents and caretakers with the opportunity to learn and practice how to safely install your car seat. Education and installation typically takes 30 minutes per car.

You can also visit www.carseatscolorado.com for other dates and locations.

2008 Dates and Locations

Events are from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Community Park: Parking lot is located on the corner of Thornton Parkway and York St.

Thornton Fire Station 5: 14051 Colorado Blvd.  Parking lot is located on the south side of the station.

For more information, please call the Public Education Officer at 303-538-7657.

Use this link for Printable Car Seat Information Flyer

How’s Your Car Seat Safety IQ?

• Rear-facing infant or convertible restraints should be used until a child is at least one year-old and weighs at least 20 pounds.
• Never put an infant in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger air bag! Infants must ride in the back seat facing the rear of the vehicle. This offers the best protection for your infant’s neck.
• Forward-facing convertible or toddler restraints should be used for children over age one and 20-40 pounds.
• Belt-positioning boosters should be used from the time a child weighs 40 pounds until the adult seat belt fits correctly (approximately 80 pounds and 5 feet tall).
• A shoulder belt should never be placed behind or under the arm of a child.