FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  
Friday, September 22, 2023 

GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN MONROE AND ORLEANS COUNTIES

Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round 

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Monroe and Orleans counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available Sunday, September 24, in Rochester, and Sunday, October 1, in Medina.

When: Sunday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Public Safety Day at the Brighton Farmers Market, 1150 South Winton Road, Rochester
For more information, contact Jean Triest at (585) 753-3018 or [email protected].

When: Sunday, October 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Medina Fire Department, 600 Main Street, Medina
For more information, contact Adam Hazel at (585) 589-5527 or [email protected].

These events are part of a year-round safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners offer free car 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.    

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 car safety seat and finding the right car seat based a child’s age and size.

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