Press Release-09-13-2022

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GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN DELAWARE, BROOME AND CHENANGO COUNTIES

Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Delaware and Broome counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available Thursday, September 15, in Binghamton, Wednesday, September 21, in Stamford and on Saturday, September 24, in Norwich.

When: Thursday, September 15, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Where: The PAL Center, 457 State Street, Binghamton
For more information, contact Christine Muss at (607) 778-2807 or [email protected]

When: Wednesday, September 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Kiddie Corner Preschool, 114 Main Street, Stamford
For more information, contact Heather Warner at (607) 832-5200 or [email protected]

When: Saturday, September 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Visions Federal Credit Union, 5411 State Highway 12, Norwich
 For more information, contact Sheri Howe at (607) 337-1863 or [email protected]

These events are part of a yearlong safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners offer free car seat inspections. Trained technicians use the “Learn-Practice-Explain” model to educate parents and caregivers on how to choose and properly install the appropriate seat for their child’s age and size and their vehicle, so it can be used correctly every time.

Those who cannot attend one of these free car seat check events can make an appointment with a local fitting station. Find more information on upcoming car seat check events near you.  See additional information on car seats and booster seats, including installation help and car seat recommendations, from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website.

In addition to car seat inspections, parents and caregivers can view a series of videos produced by NHSTA on proper installation of rear-facing and forward-facing car seats and booster seats. NHTSA also offers information on registering a car seat and finding the right car seat based on a child’s age and size.

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