The Franklin Fire Department will host a free car seat safety check on Friday, June 12, from noon to 4 p.m. The event will take place at Franklin Fire Station 2, located at 907 Murfreesboro Rd.
Bring your child with you if at all possible so the department’s Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians can make sure they fit in their seat properly. Please allow 30 minutes for your inspection.
Those who cannot make it to the event can contact the Franklin Fire Department to schedule an appointment with one of their 17 technicians at 615-791-3270.
Car Seat Safety Tips
from NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
There are many car seat choices on the market. Use the information below to help you choose the type of car seat that best meets your child’s needs or print out this PDF (350 KB).
- Select a car seat based on your child’s age and size, choose a seat that fits in your vehicle, and use it every time.
- Always refer to your specific car seat manufacturer’s instructions (check height and weight limits) and read the vehicle owner’s manual on how to install the car seat using the seat belt or lower anchors and a tether, if available.
- To maximize safety, keep your child in the car seat for as long as possible, as long as the child fits within the manufacturer’s height and weight requirements.
- Keep your child in the back seat at least through age 12.
Click here to get more information from NHTSA,.
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