Properly used child restraints and seat belts provide very good protection to children. Providing this protection to children in crashes requires three important steps:
- The restraint used must be the right type for the size and age of the child,
- The child must be buckled correctly into the restraint according to the manufacturer's instructions, and
- The restraint must be correctly installed in the car according to instructions.
Using child safety seats also requires that you know about
- Proper Restraint Selection,
- Frequently Asked Questions About Restraint Selection,
- The Importance of Harnesses,
- The Importance of Correct Installation,
- and Possible Recalls.
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