If you have an infant or child car seat in your vehicle, you owe it to yourself and your child to make sure it’s installed correctly. Manufacturers’ instructions aren’t always easy to understand. Unfortunately, without the right installation, car seats aren’t always as effective at protecting a child.
That’s why it’s a good idea to get help with the installation of your child’s car seat. If you’re not sure where to go, read the list provided below. Here are five places you can go to get help installing your child’s car seat.
Police and Fire Departments
If you need help installing your child’s car seat, visit a nearby police department or fire station. Many police and fire departments have trained technicians who will help you install your child’s car seat. If you already have the car seat installed, these technicians will conduct a safety inspection to make sure they’re installed correctly. Car seat users in Florida can visit “fitting stations”, often in sheriff’s office locations and fire stations. Look online to see if these services are available in your area.
Community Events
Installing a car seat can get confusing, especially if you’ve never installed one before. If you need help installing your car seat, a community event can help. Many communities hold car seat clinics and safety fairs.
Trained car seat technicians will help you install your car seat. They’ll even make sure you have the right car seat for your child or infant. These events also offer training on how to select the right type of car seat for your child or infant.
Local Hospitals
If you have questions about the installation of your new car seat, visit your local hospital. Many hospitals have trained car seat technicians on staff for your assistance. Hospital staff can also give you safety tips on how to attach the safety straps for your child or infant.
Online Tutorials
When it comes to installing infant and child car seats, online tutorials can become a valuable asset. Many online tutorials can show you the correct method to install your child’s car seat. You can even search for tutorials based on the make and model of your infant or child’s car seat.
Pediatricians
If you’re not sure where to go to get help installing an infant or child car seat, contact your pediatrician. Most pediatricians provide valuable resources on how to install car seats. If they don’t have a car seat technician on staff, they’ll know where to send you for help.
Ensure a safe and secure ride for your child. Use the tips provided here to make sure your child’s car seat gets installed the right way.