EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Police Department will host a free car seat installation event on Thursday, Feb. 19, for anyone seeking assistance from certified technicians.
WHERE:
East Providence Police Department
750 Waterman Ave.
WHEN:
Thursday, Feb. 19
3 to 6 p.m.
WHAT:
Certified technicians will be on site to properly install children’s car seats. This event is free and open to the public. Anyone wishing to have a car seat installed should bring the seat itself, their vehicle and the child who will be using the car seat, if possible.
The East Providence Police Department has six specially trained car seat technicians. Two of the trained officers will be present at the Feb. 19 event to assist citizens.
The proper installation of car seats is critical to ensure safe driving practices and travel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 325 children under the age of 5 were saved by car seats in a single year.
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