The Irving Police Department is stepping up to help parents ensure their little ones are secure when hitting the road. Car crashes are the top cause of unintentional injury-related deaths among children, making this issue one parents can't afford to ignore.
With a staggering statistic suggesting that more than 80 percent of all child safety seats on the road are improperly installed, it stands to reason why the local department is urging parents to take action. "A properly installed child seat is highly effective at preventing injury and death," the Irving Police Department added, underscoring the potentially lifesaving difference a correct setup can make.
To aid families, the Irving Police Department's Family Advocacy Center is providing a service that's as invaluable as it is scarce. Certified child passenger safety technicians, courtesy of the department, offer hands-on assistance to teach parents the correct installation technique for their child's car seat. Given the limited availability of this kind of personal instruction, securing a spot is something to be done hastily.