Need real info on danger of incorrect car seat use

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Hi All! My friend and her boyfriend are making some mistakes is keeping his 3-year old safe in the car. He doesn't seem to think it's a big deal, and she cares a little, but not to the extent she should. I need real anecdotal evidence or data to convince them! Can you help? Their mistakes include:

* Putting her in the front seat in her car seat, and the girlfriend in the back seat holding her 60 pound dog.
* When they put her in the back, they often still have the dog in the back seat with her, also. I am concerned for her if they have an impact as the dog isn't restrained.
* Her shoulder harness straps are VERY loose and don't start above her shoulders.
* The boyfriend suggested that she sit on his lap and he strap her in the same seatbelt as him.

Thanks for reading!
 
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SafeDad

CPSDarren - Admin
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Most of the things you mention are common sense. I doubt you will find any statistics for them. On the other hand, there are statistics showing why any kids 12 or under should be in the back seat. It reduces their risk of serious injury or death by about 40%. The numbers are a little lower if the vehicle does not have airbags for the passenger seat, but they are still significant.

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of kids age 14 and under. Most of these are for kids who are unrestrained or improperly restrained (front seat, not using carseat correctly, etc).

http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/childpasprevention.htm
 

Victorious4

Senior Community Member
Yep, seems like common sense ... they don't understand that when a little person is using the same belt as a big person all the big person's weight is going to cruch the little person :confused: :eek: :(
 

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