Child passenger safety is the means and practice of preventing injury and death of children in the event of a motor vehicle crash. However, incorrect installation and use of child safety seats is common. For many parents, providing proper child restraint systems for their children is difficult due to financial hardship. To get help installing your car seat, contact the Injury Prevention Service or your local county health department. There are certified child passenger safety technicians located statewide.
Families may contact a county health department to schedule an appointment to have any car seat or booster seat checked free of charge to determine if it is properly installed. Contact the Injury Prevention Service or your local county health department to make an appointment. Riding in the back seat of the vehicle is the safest way for children to travel. Kerr Ave. Oklahoma City, OK. Telephone: Fax: Email: cps health. Office hours: 8 a. Skip to main content. Car Seat Safety - Child Passengers.
Child Passenger Safety Program. Approximately half of all child safety seats are used incorrectly. This position best protects their head, neck, and spinal cord in the event of a crash. Rear-facing is the safest way for small children to travel, and they should remain rear-facing until they reach 2 years of age or until they exceed the height or weight limit of the car seat. Riding rear-facing with legs bent or against the back of the seat is a safe and comfortable position for children.
All children under age 4 must be properly secured in a car seat with an internal harness. Children at least 4 years of age but younger than 8 must ride in a car seat or booster seat, unless they are taller than 4'9". A booster seat should be used until the child can properly fit into a seat belt. Contact Information. Back to top. Oklahoma City, OK Office hours: 8 a.
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