Car Seat Safety Checks
Car seat safety checks are free appointments with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) who ensures your child’s car seat is the right fit, properly installed, and used correctly every ride.
They’re important because even small mistakes in installation or harnessing can put a child at risk in a crash—these checks give families peace of mind that their kids are traveling as safely as possible.
Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST)
Natali Mesa
Doctor of Physical Therapy
"I enjoy helping little ones meet their physical goals and reach new milestones that they’ve never reached before. I am also truly passionate about making sure all little ones are safe and secure on every ride. Ensuring that first time parents or those who want a peace of mind have their car seat and child installed correctly."
Car Seat Safety Facts
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Car seats reduce the risk of injury in a crash by up to 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers.
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Booster seats reduce the risk of serious injury by 45% for kids ages 4–8 compared to seat belts alone.
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Children are safest riding in the back seat until at least age 13.
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Most car seats are used incorrectly—studies show about 3 out of 4 have at least one mistake.
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Every car seat has height and weight limits—not just age recommendations.
Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) Facts
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CPSTs are specially trained and certified to help families install and use car seats correctly.
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They go through hands-on training and exams to earn certification.
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CPSTs can check that your child is in the right seat for their age, height, and weight.
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They help with all seat types: rear-facing, forward-facing, booster seats, and seat belts.
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Many CPSTs work at hospitals, fire departments, police stations, or clinics.
Their goal is simple: keep kids safe on every ride.