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National Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal National Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal Testing Course Testing Course Module 2 Module 2 CPS Updates CPS Updates 2-1

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National Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal Testing CourseNational Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal Testing CourseNational Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal Testing CourseNational Child Passenger Safety Technician Renewal Testing Course

Module 2Module 2

CPS UpdatesCPS Updates

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Module 2 ObjectivesModule 2 Objectives

• Identify state-specific occupant restraint laws and local CPS resources.

• Describe technical changes and trends in the child passenger safety field.

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Module 1: Program IntroductionModule 1: Program Introduction

• Training program goals

• Course completion requirements

• Updated statistics on use of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts

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Module 2: The CPS TechnicianModule 2: The CPS Technician’’s Roles Role

Emphasis is on the Learn, Practice, Explain model.

LEARN the facts/skills/information. Seek ways to stay updated. Then …

PRACTICE your new skills and share information.

EXPLAIN (teach) what you have learned to caregivers.

The focus is on CPS Technicians as educators, NOT installers.

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The caregiver always makes the choice about The caregiver always makes the choice about the transport of their child.the transport of their child.

CPS Technicians can never support a caregiver in either breaking the law or going against manufacturer instructions. When the caregiver does not make the safe choice, document

it on your Check Form.

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CPS Technician RoleCPS Technician Role

• Identify the best way to transport a child safely, according to manufacturer instructions.

• Explain best practice – gold standard of protection based on child’s age, height, weight, and developmental levels – to caregiver.

• Often, when caregivers do not understand the reason for it, they do not choose the best practice. As a CPS Technician, it is your job to know the reason and explain it to the caregiver in simple, clear terms.

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Module 3: Injury Prevention & Module 3: Injury Prevention & Crash DynamicsCrash Dynamics

Weight X Speed = Restraining Force

•Vehicle going 40 mph would hit a tree with same force as hitting ground after falling off a 50-foot cliff

•Person inside the vehicle would hit windshield with same force as hitting ground after a fall from a 5-story building

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Module 3: Injury Prevention & Module 3: Injury Prevention & Crash Dynamics Crash Dynamics (continued)(continued)

Car seats, booster seats, and seat belts prevent injury.

•Keep people in the vehicle.

•Contact the strongest parts of the body.

•Spread forces over a wide area of the body.

•Help the body to slow or "ride down" the crash forces.

•Protect the head, brain, and spinal cord.

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Module 4: Seat Belt SystemsModule 4: Seat Belt Systems

• Updated federal standard information

• Types of latchplates and retractors

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Buckle Retractor Anchor Webbing Latchplate

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Types of LatchplatesTypes of Latchplates

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Locking Switchable

Sliding Sewn-On

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Dynamic Locking Latchplate – NEWDynamic Locking Latchplate – NEW

• Currently located in front seat of some vehicles

• Lock the lap-and-shoulder belt when loaded by occupant during a crash

• Not intended to provide locking of seat belt for a car seat

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Types of RetractorsTypes of Retractors

• Emergency Locking

• Automatic Locking

• Switchable

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Switchable Retractor

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When to Use a Locking ClipWhen to Use a Locking Clip

• Retractor = emergency locking

• Latchplate = sliding

• Lap-and-shoulder belt all one piece of webbing

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Install a Locking ClipInstall a Locking Clip

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When to Use a Belt-Shortening ClipWhen to Use a Belt-Shortening Clip

• Retractor = emergency locking

• Latchplate = sewn-on

• No locking feature (there may or may not be a separate shoulder belt)

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Install a Belt-Shortening ClipInstall a Belt-Shortening Clip

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Module 5: Air BagsModule 5: Air Bags

This module covers:

•Air bags and what you need to know for car seat and booster seat installation.

•New information on inflatable seat belts.

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Inflatable Seat BeltInflatable Seat Belt

• Generally opens in frontal, side, and rollover crashes

• Located in shoulder portion of lap-and-shoulder seat belt

• Has 2 retractors and a sewn-on latchplate

• Spreads belt loads over a greater area of chest than standard seat belts

• Provides additional head and neck support during a crash

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Module 6: Lower Anchors & Module 6: Lower Anchors & Tethers for CHildrenTethers for CHildren

• Use the term LATCH when referring to both lower anchors and tether use.

• Always encourage tether use for forward-facing car seats when allowed, whether secured using the seat belt or lower anchor attachments.

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Lower Anchors & Tethers Lower Anchors & Tethers

• Both lower anchors and top tether anchors have weight limits set by the vehicle and car seat/booster seat manufacturers.

• If different weight limits are listed, the lower limit must be used.

• If there are no stated weight limit for vehicle lower anchors or tether anchors, you MUST assume that they may be used until total weight of child and car seat equals 65 pounds.

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Module 7: Introduction to Car Seats & Module 7: Introduction to Car Seats & Booster SeatsBooster Seats

• NHTSA’s FMVSS 213 now provides car seat performance standards for children up to 80 pounds.

• NHTSA updated their stages of use and selection recommendations.

• Car seats and booster seats should be chosen by child’s age, size, and fit in the vehicle.

• Children should be kept in seats for as long as they fit in the manufacturer’s height and weight requirements.

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Birth to 12 MonthsBirth to 12 Months

• A child under 1 should ALWAYS ride in a rear-facing car seat.

• Different types of rear-facing car seats: rear-facing-only, convertible, and 3-in-1

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1 to 3 Years1 to 3 Years

• Children should ride in rear-facing car seats AS LONG AS POSSIBLE.

• Remain in a rear-facing car seat until reaching the top height or weight limit allowed by car seat manufacturer.

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4 to 7 Years4 to 7 Years

Children should be kept in a forward-facing car seat with a harness until they reach top height or weight limit allowed by the manufacturer.

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8 to 12 Years8 to 12 Years

Children should be kept in booster seats until big enough to properly fit in a seat belt.

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Module 8: Children in Rear-Facing Module 8: Children in Rear-Facing Car SeatsCar Seats

• Many seats have extended rear-facing capacity, often 30 pounds or more

• There are now 5 steps for correct use:

1. Selection

2. Direction

3. Location

4. Installation

5. Harnessing - NEW

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Module 9: Children in Forward-Facing Module 9: Children in Forward-Facing Car SeatsCar Seats

• Many seats have extended forward-facing capability, with harnesses up to 65 or more pounds.

• Weight limits on lower anchors and tether anchors can affect the seating position choice.

• Check the manuals. When in doubt, secure the car seat using the seat belt rather than the lower attachments.

• Encourage tether use whenever possible!

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Module 10: Children in Booster Seats & Module 10: Children in Booster Seats & Seat BeltsSeat Belts

• Booster Seats:

- Must NEVER be used with just a lap belt.

- Are NEVER used on airplanes.

- May fit children up to 80 or 100+ pounds.

• Always consult the booster seat owner’s manual for weight ranges and correct use instructions.

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High-Back & Backless Booster SeatsHigh-Back & Backless Booster Seats

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Recommendations for Children in Seat BeltsRecommendations for Children in Seat Belts

Seat belts can be used to safely secure a child when he or she is:

•Tall enough to sit without slouching.

•Able to keep his or her back against the vehicle seat.

•Able to keep his or her knees naturally bent over the edge of the vehicle seat.

•Able to keep his or her feet flat on the floor.

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Module 11: CPS in Other VehiclesModule 11: CPS in Other Vehicles

Basics related to:

•Pickup trucks

•15-passenger vans

•School buses

•Airplanes

•Emergency transport vehicles

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Module 12: Installation & CommunicationModule 12: Installation & Communication

• Safest seating positions

• Appropriate restraints for all occupants

• Communicating effectively with caregivers

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Module 13: Closing & Checkup EventModule 13: Closing & Checkup Event

• Course Check Form

• Requirements for CPST recertification

• Preparing for a checkup events

• Conducting a checkup event

• Debriefing after a checkup event

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