Car Seat Information
The Town of Dover Police Department is committed to the reduction of motor vehicle injuries and fatalities, especially those that involve small children. The Town of Dover Police Department has officers who are specially trained as Car Seat Technicians. These officers are trained to inspect the installation of car seats and make recomendations to parents on how they can be better installed.
| 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 up to 20-22 lbs. |
Over 1 year and Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs. |
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 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 |