tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8213335239757343543.post6787339039424246899..comments2023-08-06T03:30:52.869-06:00Comments on WeeCare Blog: Car SafetyDebbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18321961122545967282noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8213335239757343543.post-91651117691234144772010-01-25T15:44:23.598-07:002010-01-25T15:44:23.598-07:00As a the director with Safe Kids Utah, I recently ...As a the director with Safe Kids Utah, I recently came across your blog. This is a great blog but I just wanted to let you know of a few things that are listed as incorrect. First of all, most seats have an expiration date of at least 6 years (rather than 5). Every car seat has the expiration seat stamped into the plastic or on a label.<br /><br />Second of all, please do not recommend buying a used car seats. We teach against this. The reason why is that when you buy a used car seat, you don't know the history of the seat and if it's ever been involved in a crash. Anytime a car seat has been involved in a crash, the integrity of the seat is compromised and we recommend getting rid of that seat. <br /><br />I will be more than happy to offer you more information but wanted to make sure your readers are being offered correct advice. Please feel free to contact me at 801.538.6852 or by email at cfisher@utah.gov or check out our website at www.safekidsutah.orgChristi Fisherhttp://www.safekidsutah.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8213335239757343543.post-10419380372115007222010-01-25T14:55:50.853-07:002010-01-25T14:55:50.853-07:00Safe Kids Utah does NOT recommended buying a used ...Safe Kids Utah does NOT recommended buying a used car seat. Not only does the expiration date matter on car seats, but it is very important to NEVER use a car seat that has been in a crash before... even a tiny fender bender. There is no way to know if the integrity of the car seat has been compromised and there may be damage to a seat, even if it was just a small crash and there are no visible cracks/damage. Buying used car seats will not guarantee that they are safe, as they may have been in a crash previously. Simply put, if you want your infant to be in the safest place possible, ALWAYS use a new car seat, place them in the back seat (rear facing,) and get your car seat inspected for FREE by your local health department or Safe Kids Coalition. These organizations have certified car seat technicians who can help you make sure your seat is installed correctly and your baby is safe in your car. Car seat checks can be found by visiting: www.safekidsutah.org or the National CPS Certification website.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com