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
at least 20-22 lbs.
Over 1 year and
Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs.
Over 40 lbs.
Ages 4-8, unless 4'9''.
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!!