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Last Updated: Apr 27th, 2008 - 20:06:59
Child Safety Seat Chart
By National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Apr 11, 2008, 10:13
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Please check the chart below to see the proper configuration and use
of your child's safety seat. The staff at ClassBrain cares about the safety
of you and your family. Thank you.
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Proper
Child Safety Seat Use Chart
Buckle
Everyone. Children Age 12 and Under in Back! |
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INFANTS |
TODDLER |
YOUNG CHILDREN |
| WEIGHT |
Birth to 1 year
at least 20-22 lbs. |
Over 1 year and
Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs. |
Over 40 lbs.
Ages 4-8, unless 4'9''. |
| TYPE of SEAT |
Infant only or rear-facing convertible |
Convertible / Forward-facing |
Belt positioning booster seat |
| SEAT POSITION |
Rear-facing only |
Forward-facing |
Forward-facing |
| ALWAYS MAKE SURE: |
Children to one year and at least 20 lbs.
in rear-facing seats
Harness straps at or below shoulder level |
Harness straps should be at or above shoulders
Most seats require top slot for forward-facing |
Belt positioning booster seats must be
used with both lap and shoulder belt.
Make sure the lap belt fits low and tight across the lap/upper thigh
area and the shoulder belt fits snug crossing the chest and shoulder
to avoid abdominal injuries |
| WARNING |
All children age 12 and under should ride
in the back seat |
All children age 12 and under should ride
in the back seat |
All children age 12 and under should ride
in the back seat |
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