Every 33 seconds, one child under the age of 13 is involved in a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Many times deaths and injuries can be prevented by proper use of car seats, boosters and seat belts. Use these resources during National Child Passenger Safety Week to make sure your child is safe.

Have your seat checked by a certified technician:

The best way to know you are doing it right is to have your seat checked by a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. So how do you do that? Well, you can find out if there is an EVENT near you. You can find out if there is an INSPECTION STATION near you. You can find a SAFE KIDS PROGRAM near you. Or you can search for an INDIVIDUAL TECHNICIAN near you.

Nebraska Special Needs Transportation Guide: A resource guide to find special needs certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians. This guide is for parents of children with special needs who have transportation questions:

Single Page Listing

Tri-fold brochure version

Other Resources:

NHTSA Car Seat Recommendations for Children

When is My Child Ready for an Adult Seat Belt

If You are Pregnant: Seat Belt Safety and Other Tips