The Sevierville Police Department is reaching out to lend a hand to local families, aiming to ensure their little ones' travel safety. On Saturday, January 17th, the department will be hosting a free child car safety seat check event where experts will be on site from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sevierville Police Department, located at 300 Gary Wade Boulevard. As the social media announcement from the SPD emphasizes, the proper installation and use of car seats is crucial in preventing injury to children.
Parents and caregivers can expect to receive comprehensive support during the event. Technicians certified by the SPD will thoroughly check existing car safety seats for safety and proper installation. Additionally, they will provide tailor-made recommendations for seats that will best fit each child based on age, height, and weight. This initiative underscores the city's commitment to child passenger safety, as noted in the Sevierville Police Department's social media post.
Moreover, the attending SPD technicians will check for any recalls affecting participants' car safety seats to ensure they're not harboring hidden dangers. Parents and guardians can ask the experts questions ranging from how to safely transition children from car safety seats to booster seats, and eventually to regular seat belts. One additional resource offered at this event is assistance with registering children for the WHALE (We Have A Little Emergency) program, which provides identification for car seats in case of an accident.
While the event on January 17th is a special occasion, the Sevierville Police Department emphasizes that their commitment to child safety is year-round. Parents are encouraged to have their safety seats checked any time and can do so by calling 865-868-1866 to schedule an appointment with a certified technician. Further queries can be directed to SPD Lieutenant Rebecca Cowan via email at [email protected], ensuring that community members always have somewhere to turn for help with car seat safety.
