The Mifflin Township Fire Department recommends following the American Academy of Pediatrics current medical recommendation to keep toddlers in rear-facing car seats until age 2, or until they reach the maximum height and weight for their seat.

To schedule a car seat safety check with the Mifflin Township Fire Department, contact Chuck Wilhelm at (614) 471-0542 or email wilhelmc@mifflin-oh.gov.

For the importance of rear-facing car seats, go to www.thecarseatlady.com.

The American Academy of Pediatrics also advises that most children will need to ride in a belt-positioning booster seat until they have reached 4 feet 9 inches tall and are between 8 and 12 years of age.

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS.

What to Bring With You

• Car seat with instruction manual.
• Base and carrier for infant rear facing seats

Follow these links for videos and related information:

Car-Safety.org provides information on all aspect of child restraints including a buying guide.

View the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety car seat information videos.

**IMPORTANT CAR SEAT RECALL INFORMATION:

Child-safety seat manufacturer Dorel has issued a recall for 83,000 car seats in relation to belt installation that could lead to a child’s head injury. If you use one of these car seats, please contact the manufacturer for more information visit ConsumerAffairs or call the manufacturer at (877) 657-9546.