 Car Seat Program
Car accidents are a major killer of children in California. One simple item that could help save countless children is a car safety seat.
Did you know that 95% of car seats in Alameda County are installed incorrectly? That is the finding by Alameda County car seat inspection technicians over the last several years.
Do you want to have your car seat installation checked?
Booster Seats
Many parents understand how important it is for babies and young children to ride in car seats. But many parents and caregivers don't realize how important it is for children who weigh more than 40 pounds to ride in car booster seats!
Booster seats "boost" children up in the car or truck making the seat belt fit the child correctly. Without booster seats, children can be uncomfortable and more important, unsafe. In fact, booster seats help children make the change from riding in a car seat to using a regular seat belt.
Booster seats must be used with a lap and shoulder belt. Without the shoulder belt, your child will have no upper body protection. Don't let your children put the shoulder belt under their arms or behind their backs. Car booster seats can protect your child from head injuries, spinal cord injuries and keep them from being thrown out of the car. Important!
The Union City Fire Department strongly discourages the use of used car seats. Used seats can have cracks, sun damage or missing parts. Used car seats may have been previously involved in a car crash. Car seats and seat belts that have been involved in a crash NEED TO BE REPLACED! Your child's life is worth a new seat!
Need more info? Visit www.safekids.org or www.carseat.org
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