Press Release - 09-16-2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, September 16, 2022
GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CHILD SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN ULSTER, WESTCHESTER AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES
Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Ulster, Westchester and Sullivan Counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available on Sunday, September 18 in Saugerties, Wednesday, September 21 in Tuckahoe and on Friday, September 23 in Loch Sheldrake.
When: Sunday, September 18, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Ryan House, 19 Barclay St, Saugerties
For more information, contact Jeremy Rushkoski at (845) 246-9800, [email protected]
When: Wednesday, September 21, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Tuckahoe Village Hall, 65 Main St, Tuckahoe
For more information, contact Lt. Andrew Zirolnik at (914) 961-4800, [email protected]
When: Friday, September 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Loch Sheldrake Fire House, 1280 Route 52, Loch Sheldrake
For more information, contact Wendy Salonich at (845) 292-5910 ext: 2220, [email protected]
These events are part of a year-long 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, and 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 child safety seat and finding the right car seat based a child’s age and size.
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