Press Release - 6-02-2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, June 2, 2022
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 Westchester, Sullivan, Ulster and Orange counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available on Saturday, June 4, in Tonawanda, Tuesday, June 14, in Lockport, and Saturday, June 18, in Lewiston.
When: Saturday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Sheridan Park Fire Hall, 738 Sheridan Drive, Tonawanda
For more information, contact Lieutenant Anthony Colangelo at (716) 879-6625 or [email protected].
When: Tuesday, June 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 Information: Please call or email Cathleen Davis to reserve a time slot.
When: Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Lewiston Fire Company No 1, 145 North 6th Street, Lewiston
For more information, contact Captain Michael Salada at (716) 754-8477 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 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 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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