Press Release - 09-02-2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, September 2, 2021
GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CHILD SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN ERIE AND NIAGARA COUNTIES
Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Erie and Niagara counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available on Saturday, September 4 (by appointment only) and Friday, September 17, in Buffalo, Tuesday, September 14, in Lockport, Saturday, September 25, in West Seneca, and Sunday, September 26, in East Aurora.
When: Saturday, September 4, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Catholic Health of Buffalo Regional Administrative Center, 144 Genesee Street, Buffalo
For more information, contact Health Connections at (716) 447-6205 or [email protected].
Additional safety information: Appointments are required to ensure social distancing. Please wear your mask. All participants will be screened for Covid-19 symptoms on arrival.
When: Tuesday, September 14, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Niagara County Public Safety Training Facility, 5574 Niagara Street Extension, Lockport
For more information, contact Cathleen Davis at (716) 438-3464 or [email protected].
Additional safety information: Please call or email Cathleen Davis to book a time slot for this event. All participants must wear a mask. If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event. Hand sanitizer will be available at the event.
When: Friday, September 17, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Trinity Medical OB/GYN, 897 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo
For more information, contact Christina Lewis at (716) 344-7357 or [email protected].
Additional safety information: Please wear a mask and reschedule if you feel sick.
When: Saturday, September 25, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Trinity Medical OB/GYN, 550 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca
For more information, contact Christina Lewis at (716) 344-7357 or [email protected].
Additional safety information: Please wear a mask and reschedule if you feel sick.
When: Sunday, September 26, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Trinity Medical OB/GYN, 94 Olean Street, East Aurora
For more information, contact Christina Lewis at (716) 344-7357 or [email protected].
Additional safety information: Please wear a mask and reschedule if you feel sick.
These events are part of a yearlong safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners offer free child 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 ratings on all car seats.
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.