Child Passenger Safety Week: September 21-27, 2025

This week is known as Child Passenger Safety Week, taking place from September 21st to 27th, 2025. This national awareness campaign aims to educate parents, caregivers, and the community on the importance of properly securing children in vehicles to prevent injuries and fatalities.

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among children in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, 608 children under the age of 13 were killed in motor vehicle crashes, and more than 91,000 were injured. Proper use of child restraints and seat belts can significantly reduce the risk of injury or death.

During Child Passenger Safety Week, our department will be providing resources and information to help families ensure their children are safely secured in vehicles. We encourage all parents and caregivers to take the following steps:

• Check your child's seat belt fit: Make sure the lap belt lies across the upper thighs and the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder and chest.
• Use the correct car seat: Choose a car seat that fits your child's age, weight, and height, and install it correctly.
• Register your car seat: Register your car seat with the manufacturer to receive recall notices and safety updates.
• Get your car seat inspected: Have your car seat inspected by a certified technician to ensure it's installed correctly.

Lower Moreland Police has our very own carseat tech, Bill Stahl. You can Bill at the station to schedule your car seat check, 215-947-2132. 

For more information on child passenger safety and to find a certified technician near you, visit the NHTSA website at https://www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/car-seats-and-booster-seats.

Let's work together to keep our children safe on the roads.