Keeping Kids Safe on the Road: Mercer County Sheriff's Office Hosts Car Seat Checkup Events

Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler has announced that his office will be hosting two complimentary child car seat checkup events during National Child Passenger Safety Week. These events aim to educate parents, grandparents, and caregivers on how to properly install and use car seats and booster seats to ensure the safety of children while traveling.

Ensuring the Highest Level of Protection for Your Little Ones

Convenient Locations and Times for Car Seat Inspections

The first event will take place on Tuesday, September 17, from 4 pm to 8 pm, at the Mercer County Park, Boathouse parking lot, located at 1668 Old Trenton Road in West Windsor Township. The second event will be held on Saturday, September 21, from 10 am to 2 pm, in the parking lot across from the Mercer County Administration Building, 640 South Broad Street in Trenton.These events are part of a collaborative effort between the Mercer County Sheriff's Office and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to promote child passenger safety. The initiatives are funded by a generous grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, ensuring that the services are provided at no cost to participants.

Hands-On Guidance from Certified Technicians

During the car seat checkup events, certified technicians will be on hand to provide parents, grandparents, and caregivers with hands-on instruction on the proper use and installation of car seats and booster seats. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive personalized guidance to ensure their child's safety while traveling.The technicians will assess the suitability of the car seat or booster seat for the child's age and size, and provide information on how to correctly install the seat in the vehicle. They will also demonstrate the proper techniques for using the seat correctly every time, emphasizing the importance of following the manufacturer's instructions.

Saving Lives through Proper Car Seat Usage

"It is easy and smart for a family to have their child's car seat inspected for essential protection should an accident occur," said Sheriff Kemler. "The entire safety check usually takes no more than five or ten minutes and can save a life."By participating in these car seat checkup events, parents, grandparents, and caregivers can ensure that their children are traveling as safely as possible. The hands-on guidance from certified technicians can help prevent potentially devastating consequences in the event of a collision.

Accessing the Sheriff's Office Child Seat Program

For more information on the Mercer County Sheriff's Office Child Seat Program, individuals can call 609-209-2880 during business hours. The program is dedicated to promoting child passenger safety and providing resources to the community.These car seat checkup events are a valuable opportunity for families to ensure their children's safety on the road. By taking advantage of the expertise and resources offered by the Mercer County Sheriff's Office and its partners, parents can have peace of mind knowing that their little ones are traveling in the safest possible manner.