Whether you’re running errands or taking a road trip, child car safety is vital to your family’s well-being. These tips will help you keep your children safe and protect them from serious injuries in the event of a crash.
Make sure all Siguranta auto copii are installed properly. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to find out which anchor points are safe for installing the seat and where it is most secure. You can also visit a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance and to double-check your work.
Never leave a child alone in a car, even for just a few minutes. There are many dangers and hazards that can arise when children are left unattended in a vehicle including heatstroke, strangulation or being hit by other cars or objects that may be thrown into the roadway.
Car Seat Safety for Preemies and Low Birth Weight Babies
Ensure your child is restrained in an appropriate vehicle seat until they are large enough to fit the adult lap and shoulder belt, which usually occurs around age 8. Appropriate child safety seats reduce death and injury rates significantly for infants (younger than 1) and 1-4 year olds compared with those without restraints.
Keep your vehicle locked when parked in the driveway or garage to prevent kids from getting trapped and injured or running into traffic or into oncoming vehicles. It’s also important to store your keys out of reach to prevent children from playing with them and accidentally starting or opening the car.