Press Release - 11-10-2021

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, November 10, 2021

 

GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CHILD SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN SUFFOLK COUNTY

Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Suffolk County that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available by appointment only on Sunday, November 14, and Saturday, November 20, in East Farmingdale, and on Wednesday, November 17, in Miller Place.

When: Sunday, November 14, and Saturday, November 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: New York State Police Troop L Headquarters, 7140 Republic Airport, East Farmingdale
For more information, contact Sergeant Jim Walters at (631) 756-3389 or [email protected].
Additional Information: Appointments and personal protective equipment are required.

When: Wednesday, November 17, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where:
Miller Place FD, 220 Miller Place-Yaphank Road, Miller Place
For more information, contact Karen Harper at (631) 363-3770.

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.