NYS DMV Free Car Seat Inspections Offered in Niagara, Erie, Columbia, and Orange Counties.

The Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) is offering free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians across Niagara, Erie, Columbia, and Orange Counties in New York. The initiative aims to help parents and caregivers ensure that their children are secured safely while traveling in vehicles.

The events will take place on Saturday, May 6 in Lewiston and Buffalo, Tuesday, May 9 in Lockport, Tuesday, May 16 in Ransomville, Saturday, May 6 in Hudson, Saturday, May 13 in Ghent, Monday, May 8 in Middletown, and Sunday, May 21 in Newburgh.

The free car seat checks are part of a year-round safety initiative involving state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners. Trained technicians will use the "Learn, Practice, and Explain" model to educate parents and caregivers on how to choose and properly install the appropriate seat for their child's age, size, and vehicle, ensuring it can be used correctly every time.

For more information on the events in Niagara and Erie Counties, contact Health Connections at (716) 447-6205 or [email protected]. For events in Columbia County, reach out to Lt. Mishanda Franklin at (518) 828-3388 or [email protected], or Sgt. Jason Garvey at (518) 828-3344 or [email protected]. For events in Orange County, contact Sergeant Michael Belgiovene at (845) 346-3566, [email protected], or [email protected].

Appointments are required for the events in Buffalo, so be sure to reserve your spot. Additional information on event times and locations can be found in the original request.