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Fairfax County Police Department
Public Information Office
4100 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, Va. 22030
703-246-2253. TTY 703-204-2264. Fax 703-246-4253
FCPD-PIO@fairfaxcounty.gov
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police
News Release: 09/LHC
September 8, 2009
Kids First
Fairfax County Police invite parents and caregivers to attend “National Seat Check Saturday” on Saturday, September 12 to learn more about proper installation of safety equipment as a part of Child Passenger Safety Week, September 12 – 18. The event is at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Certified technicians will be available to conduct on-site child safety seat inspections and education to ensure children are properly secured.
“Boosters, belts and buckles can be complex, so this is an excellent time to take advantage of our police service and education. It’s the responsibility of every parent and caregiver to learn how to install and adjust safety equipment as they safely transport children. We urge them to make sure children are properly secured first, before getting in the vehicle and driving away,” said Captain Susan Culin, Commander of the Fairfax County Police Traffic Division.
According to Master Police Officer, Beth Benham in the Traffic Safety Unit, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children between the ages of 3 to 6, as well as 8 to 14. Officer Benham also urges all children younger than 13 to ride in the back seat.
For more information on Child Passenger Safety Week and safety tips to help determine which restraint system is best suited to protect children based on age and size, go to www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police.
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