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Fairfax County Police Department
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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: 11/094/LHC/(2)
April 4, 2011
Safety is NO Accident
Learn about Older Driver Safety Issues on April 8
Mount Vernon Police District – Fairfax County police officers will help older adults determine how the “fit” of a car affects driving ability and how drivers can adapt their car to their changing needs at a CarFit presentation on Friday, April 8. Along with a demonstration from Traffic Safety Officer Allie Eggers, participants are invited to make an appointment to have a personalized CarFit analysis inside their personal vehicles. The session begins at 10:30 a.m. and will be held at the Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria. Appointments begin at 11:05 and will run through 2:30 p.m.
Attendees will learn:
Proper mirror adjustments to minimize blind spots
Correct foot positioning on the gas and brake pedals to decrease fatigue
Seat belt and headrest adjustments
Safe steering wheel adjustments
Interested attendees should call the Hollin Hall Senior Center at 703-765-4573 to make an appointment; limited space available, don’t delay.
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