The Brownsburg Fire Territory has
several certified child passenger safety technicians
available to inspect car seats and educate
parents/caregivers about car seat safety.
All
inspections are by appointment. Please email
smartindale@brownsburgfire.org or call Stephanie
Martindale at 317-852-1190 ext 107 for more information or to
schedule an appointment. For an inspection, please bring the
car seat and instruction booklet, vehicle and owner's
manual, and the child. For expectant parents, car seats can
be inspected prior to your new arrival.
This is not a
program for free car seats, but an education program for
safety. The technicians will inspect car seats and educate
parents/caregivers about car seat safety. If a car seat is
recommended for replacement and the parent/caregiver can't
afford a new seat and is receiving government assistance; a
replacement seat may be given. Donations are requested to
assist in the purchasing of replacement seats.
Car
Seat Inspections can be done at all three fire stations and
headquarters.
Appointments are recommended.
Inspection appointments are scheduled on the 2nd & 3rd Friday of each month from 9am to 5pm and the 2nd & 3rd
Saturday from 9am to noon.
Here are a few tips
- Choose the car seat that fits your child, your
vehicle and you will use correctly everytime.
- Check the manufacturer's directions for proper
weight and use of the car seat.
- Children should remain rear facing as long as
possible.
- Children should remain in a 5-point harness as long
as possible.
- The back seat is the safest position for children.
- Backless boosters should only be used in seating
positions with head rests.
- Safety belts should be worn low on the hips, across
the chest, and snug.
- It isn't just a law; it is an easy way to prevent
injuries to infants and children.
For additional information, you may also contact
Automotive Safety Program at Riley Hospital for Children
@ 1-800-KID-N-Car or visit
www.preventinjury.org.
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