In 2019, studies showed more than a third (38%) of children under the age of 13 killed in passenger vehicles weren't restrained in their car seats, booster seats, or seat belts. She said she feels so passionately about helping others because of the frequency of deaths to young children in car accidents.
To prevent a tragedy from striking your family, she said you need to know how to determine the correct size of car seat (based on height and weight), keep the car seat rear facing until the age of two or three, and require children to sit in the backseat until the age of 13. Hamilton said motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death to children 12 and under. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Parent Resources. "I want to be able to stay up to date and be able to help them.” Remember to check for car seat and booster seat recalls. “I still have parents and people in the community that ask me questions and look for advice," said Hamilton. Parents and caregivers can call 78 to make an appointment. Parents don’t have to wait for the next National Seat Check Saturday to make sure their car seats are installed properly, Bliss noted. She is also the only certified Car Seat Safety Technician in the area. Vehicle seat belts are designed for adult occupants and generally do not fit young children properly. Paula Hamilton is a healthcare worker at OCH Regional Medical Center. 6 p.mSoutheastern Adams Volunteer Fire DeptHanover T.Allegheny26 p.mMonroeville Fire Company 1MonroevilleArmstrong37 p.mPSP KittaningEast Frank.Bedford37 p. Paula Hamilton informs others on how to keep their children safe while riding in a vehicle.