Chart shows variety of issues to be aware of when it comes to proper child safety with car seats.
| Proper Child Safety Seat Use Chart Buckle Everyone. Children Age 12 and Under in Back! |
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| INFANTS | TODDLER | YOUNG CHILDREN | |
| WEIGHT | Birth to 1 year at least 20-22 lbs. |
Over 1 year and Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs. |
Over 40 lbs. Ages 4-8, unless 4’9”. |
| TYPE of SEAT | Infant only or rear-facing convertible | Convertible / Forward-facing | Belt positioning booster seat |
| SEAT POSITION | Rear-facing only | Forward-facing | Forward-facing |
| ALWAYS MAKE SURE: | Children to one year and at least 20 lbs. in rear-facing seatsHarness straps at or below shoulder level | Harness straps should be at or above shouldersMost seats require top slot for forward-facing | Belt positioning booster seats must be used with both lap and shoulder belt.Make sure the lap belt fits low and tight across the lap/upper thigh area and the shoulder belt fits snug crossing the chest and shoulder to avoid abdominal injuries |
| WARNING | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat | All children age 12 and under should ride in the back seat |