Child Safety Seat Installation Program

Proper Restraints Save Lives

Car crashes remain the leading cause of death for children ages 3-14.  Most of these deaths occurred when children were not properly restrained. 

The Newport News Fire Department’s Child Safety Seat Installation Program is offered as a free service for our Citizens.   Some of our firefighter/medics have been trained to assist parents in properly installing a child safety seat.   Please call (757) 926-8404 to schedule an appointment to receive assistance in properly installing your child’s safety seat.  The technicians are usually available Monday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p. m.  Please bring the following items with you:

•    Child Safety Seat and manufacturer’s instructions
•     Car owner’s manual
•     Pool noodle, car seat locking clip (helpful in tightly securing car seats)
•   Please bring your child to the appointment so the technician can check the child's fit in the car seat.

     *Please note that in the event of an emergency call, the technician may not be able to honor your appointment.

For more information, visit the following:  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at www.nhtsa.gov or The Virginia Department of Health at www.vahealth.org/civp/safetyseat.