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Passenger SafetyTexas AgriLife Extension Service

in cooperation with

Texas Department of Transportation

ABC’s on Child Safety Seats

Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin.The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

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Motor Vehicle Crashes (MVC) are the leading cause of death.

More than 50% of children killed in motor vehicle crashes were unrestrained.

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BEST PRACTICEWhat is the safest way for your

child to travel?

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Two important tools for protecting your childYour vehicle owner’s manual Child safety seat instruction booklet.

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Air Bags: What are they good for?

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Pointers for Happy Children in Safety Seats Start early Be consistent Use words Model good behavior

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Pointers for Happy Children in SafetySeats Boredom monster Be firm Clue in grandparents Be comforting

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Use soft toys and books in the car. Loose items will become projectiles in

a crash.

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