Erie County, NY – Parents and caregivers across Western New York have several opportunities this month to ensure their children’s car seats are installed correctly, as the Erie County Sheriff’s Office releases its January car seat safety check schedule.
According to the Erie County Sheriff’s Office, certified technicians will offer free inspections at rotating locations throughout the county, helping families confirm that car seats and booster seats meet current safety standards and are properly secured.
The checks are designed to reduce the risk of serious injury in crashes, which remain one of the leading causes of harm to young children. Officials say many seats are unknowingly installed incorrectly, even by experienced parents.
- Friday, January 3 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
ECSO Substation, 10569 Gowanda State Road, North Collins - Friday, January 10 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
Union Fire Company, 1845 Union Road, West Seneca - Friday, January 17 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
ECSO Substation, 5 Town Place, Clarence - Friday, January 24 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
Crittenden Fire Department, 13415 Genesee Street, Alden - Friday, January 31 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
East Amherst Fire Department, 9100 Transit Road, Amherst
In addition to the rotating schedule, Sheriff John C. Garcia reminds residents that weekly car seat safety checks are held every Monday at Elma Town Hall, located at 1600 Bowen Road, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Officials encourage parents to bring their vehicle, car seat, and child if possible, allowing technicians to provide hands-on guidance and answer questions.
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