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*Media Advisory* Randolph Police Department to Host Child Safety Seat Checkpoint

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Randolph Police Department
William Pace, Police Chief
41 South Main St.
Randolph, MA 02368

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

 

*Media Advisory*

Randolph Police Department to Host Child Safety Seat Checkpoint

RANDOLPH — Chief William Pace is pleased to announce that the Randolph Police Department will be hosting a child safety seat checkpoint this weekend.

WHEN:
Saturday, June 3, from noon to 4:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Randolph Police Station (rear lot), 41 South Main St.

WHO:
Randolph Police Department
WHAT:

Residents can bring their unused child safety seat and have it properly installed by certified public safety child safety seat installers, or bring a previously installed child safety seat to make sure it is installed correctly.

There will be a limited number of child safety seats available to replace broken, unsafe or expired safety seats for those in need on a first come first serve basis.

Additionally, the safety seat checkpoint will feature the Massachusetts State Police’s rollover simulator, which demonstrates the effects of not using a seatbelt or properly installed child safety seat.

“This is an incredibly important event to us,” Chief Pace said. “We want to make sure all residents with children are using properly secured child safety seats, and I hope parents will take this opportunity to check in and make sure their seats are installed the right way.”

About Child Safety Regulations:

All children riding as a passenger in motor vehicles must be in a federally-approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured until they are 8 years old or over 57 inches tall. Children older than 8 years old or taller than 57 inches then must wear seat belts. According to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, 75 percent of child safety seats are installed incorrectly.

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Groton Police Department Receives Grant for Child Passenger Safety Equipment

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Groton Police Department
Donald Palma Jr., Chief of Police
99 Pleasant Street
Groton MA 01450

For Immediate Release

Thursday, April 6, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Groton Police Department Receives Grant for Child Passenger Safety Equipment

GROTON — Chief Donald Palma is pleased to announce that the Groton Police Department has received a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Equipment Grant this month to increase accessibility to valuable safety resources in the community.

The goal of the CPS Equipment Grant is to reduce fatalities and injuries by distributing federally approved car seats to residents in need. Groton Police Department will receive $2,000 to use towards acquiring car seats and booster seats to be distributed throughout the next year. The seats are intended for children ranging in age from infants to 11 years old and will be given to local parents and caregivers.

According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), traffic crashes are a leading cause of death for all children nationwide. Properly installed car and booster seats have been proven to reduce the risk of death and injury in crashes, yet AAA estimates that 75 percent of car seats are installed improperly.

“Our department is proud to receive this grant and to further the effort increase car safety for our residents,” Chief Palma said. “Anyone in the community who is in need of a car or booster seat, or needs help installing one, should not hesitate to contact the police department.”

Groton police officers will also, by appointment, install child car seats for any residents free of charge.

If you would like to schedule an appointment for inspection, or to install a new car seat, contact the Groton Police Department at 978-448-5555.

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Topsfield Fire Department to Host Child Passenger Safety Seat Giveaway

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Topsfield Fire Department
Ronald Giovannacci, Fire Chief
27 High St.
Topsfield, MA 01983

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 19, 2016

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Topsfield Fire Department to Host Child Passenger Safety Seat Giveaway

TOPSFIELD – Chief Ronald Giovannacci is pleased to announce that the Topsfield Fire Department will be hosting a child passenger safety seat giveaway this weekend.

WHEN:

Saturday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE:

Topsfield Fire Station, 27 High St.

WHAT:

Firefighters will be giving away a limited number of child safety seats to Massachusetts residents. The event is made possible through a grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Highway Safety Division. Recipients will fill out a survey and have their seat installed by a certified child safety seat technician.

“We are pleased to host such an important event,” Chief Giovannacci said. “A properly secured child safety seat is the best protection for children in the event of a crash. We hope residents in need will come and receive a child safety seat, or if they already have one, stop by to let our certified safety technicians check the installation to verify it has been done correctly.”

Anyone with questions should call the Topsfield Fire Department at 978-887-5148.

About Child Safety Regulations:

All children riding as a passenger in motor vehicles must be in a federally-approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured until they are 8 years old or over 57 inches tall. Children older than 8 years old or taller than 57 inches then must wear seat belts. According to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, 75 percent of child safety seats are installed incorrectly

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West Newbury Police Offering Free Car Seat Installation on Sept. 19

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West Newbury Police Department
Lisa A. Holmes, Chief of Police
401 Main St.
West Newbury, MA 01985

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 978-769-5193
Email: [email protected]

WHEN:

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE:

West Newbury Public Safety Building, 401 Main St., West Newbury, MA 01985.

WHO:

Several West Newbury Police Officers will be on hand offering free installations to anyone who wishes to participate.

WHAT:

West Newbury Police Chief Lisa Holmes announces that police officers will be offering Free Car Seat Installations this weekend. The officers will be installing car seats in residents’ vehicles, showing them how to properly secure the seats and their children inside them, and will also identify defective or malfunctioning car seats.

According to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, 75 percent of child safety seats are installed incorrectly and motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death and injury for all children. The proper installation and use of child safety seats can reduce the risk of injury by 71 to 82 percent, and reduce the risk of death by 28 percent when compared to children only wearing a seat belt.

For more information about properly installing child safety seats or to find a checkup event, visit www.mass.gov/childsafetyseats.

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