Proper Child
Safety Seat Use Chart
Buckle Everyone. Children
Age 12 and Under in Back!
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INFANTS |
TODDLER |
YOUNG CHILDREN |
WEIGHT
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Birth to 1 year
at least 20-22 lbs.
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Over 1 year and
Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs.
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Over 40 lbs.
Ages 4-8, unless
4'9''.
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TYPE of SEAT |
Infant only or rear-facing convertible
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Convertible / Forward-facing
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Belt positioning booster seat
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SEAT POSITION |
Rear-facing only
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Forward-facing
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Forward-facing
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ALWAYS MAKE SURE:
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Children to one year and at least 20 lbs. in
rear-facing seats
Harness straps at or below shoulder level
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Harness straps should be at or above shoulders
Most seats require top slot for forward-facing
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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
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WARNING
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All children age 12 and under should ride in
the back seat
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All children age 12 and under should ride in
the back seat
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All children age 12 and under should ride in
the back seat
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