Child Safety Seat Program

Child Safety Seat Program

The Imperial County Public Health Department's Child Safety Seat Program strives to increase child safety seat compliance and reduce the incidence of traffic-related injuries among children in Imperial County.

Car seat inspections

  • The Child Safety Seat Program offers no-cost car seat inspections by appointment only. The car seat inspections are conducted by certified car seat technicians.
  • People visiting the Public Health Department for a car seat inspection need to bring their child or children and their respective car seat(s) for proper inspection.

Car Seat Recommendations for Children

Child Safety Seat Guide by Age
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Car Seat Overview

There are many car seat choices on the market. Use the information below to help you choose the type of car seat that best meets your child’s needs:

Select a car seat based on your child’s age and size, then choose a seat that fits in your vehicle, and use it every time.

Always refer to your specific car seat manufacturer’s instructions (check height and weight limits) and read the vehicle owner’s manual on how to install the car seat using the seat belt or lower anchors and a tether, if available.

To maximize safety, keep your child in the car seat for as long as possible, as long as the child fits within the manufacturer’s height and weight requirements.

Keep your child in the back seat at least through age 12.

For more information about the Child Passenger Safety Program or to make an appointment, please call (442) 265-1444.

Car Seat Safety

Car Seat Safety

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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Resources

Contact

Mayra Ibarra
Health Program Coordinator
Emergency Medical Services
(442) 265-1444
EMS@co.imperial.ca.us
Last modified 01/21/2026 at 11:34 AM