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Playground Safety for Big Kids
Car Seat Checkup Events
Due to COVID-19, inspection stations hours in your area are likely to be suspended or adjusted. Please call ahead to make sure they are open.
Want professional help to learn how to install your car seat? Safe Kids hosts thousands of child passenger safety events across the country. Our trained technicians will teach you everything you need to know to make sure your car seat is fitted and installed correctly.
To find an event, select your state on the left-side navigation.
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Even if you don’t see a car seat event in your area, we still might have a technician who can help.
Car Seat Checkup Event Listings
Playground Safety for Big Kids
As they get older, many kids become more adventurous on the playground. They try new tricks and games, and take more chances. Follow these tips to create a safer day at the park.
Top Safety Tips
- Check playgrounds where your children play. Look for age-appropriate equipment and hazards, such as rusted or broken equipment and dangerous surfaces. Report any hazards to the school or appropriate local office.
- Avoid playgrounds with non-impact absorbing surfaces, such as asphalt, concrete, grass, dirt or gravel.
- Dress appropriately for the playground. Remove necklaces, purses, scarves or clothing with drawstrings that can get caught on equipment and pose a strangulation hazard. Even helmets can be dangerous on a playground, so save those for bikes.
- Teach children that pushing, shoving or crowding while on the playground can be dangerous.
- Ensure that children use age-appropriate playground equipment.