FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  
Thursday, September 14, 2023 

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

Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round 

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Monroe, Yates and Orleans counties that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available Saturday, September 16, in Rochester, Wednesday, September 20, in Penn Yan and Thursday, September 21, in Albion.

When: Saturday, September 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Dick's Sporting Goods - Marketplace Mall, 305 Miracle Mile Drive, Rochester
For more information, contact Jean Triest at (585) 753-3018 or [email protected].

When: Wednesday, September 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Benton Volunteer Fire Department, 932 State Route 14A, Penn Yan
For more information, contact Sergeant Chad M. Daggett at (315) 536-4438 or [email protected].

When: Thursday, September 21, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Save-A-Lot, 320 West Avenue, Albion
For more information, contact Sergeant Daniel Baase at (585) 589-5627 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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