Installation tips for infant car seat

85% of children still are improperly restrained, according to Safe Kids USA, a Washington-based group that works to prevent accidental childhood injuries.

If you are not sure what to do, read these tips or contact your local fire and rescue department who often have child car seat training sessions.

Common Installation Mistakes

1. Seat is too loose.
2. Harness belt system is too loose or positioned incorrectly.
3. Rear-facing seat is too upright.
4. Switching to a forward-facing seat too soon.
5. Using wrong seat for the child’s age.
6. Assuming the LATCH system is the best way to attach a seat.
7. Incorrect or inappropriate use of the locking clip.

If your child is still in an infant car seat, be sure to read these tips:
“Buckle up for child safety”