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Child Safety Seats

 

 

 

INFANTS

TODDLERS

PRESCHOOLERS

WEIGHT

Birth to 1 year up to 20-22 lbs.

Over 20 lbs. - 40 lbs. and over 1 year

Over 40 lbs. up to 80 lbs.

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 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

WARNING

Do not place infants in the font passenger seat of cars with air bags

All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat

Make sure the lap belt fits low and tight to avoid abdominal injuries

 

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