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Child Passenger Safety  

LPFPD4 has launched a Child Passenger Safety Program, where D4 members will assist with installation and inspection of child car seat.  All LPFPD4 CPS Technicians are nationally certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 

DID YOU KNOW:

  • Car crashes are the leading cause of death for children.
  • On average, two children (under the age of 13) were killed daily while riding in cars, and an estimated 278 we injured daily in 2020.
  • In 2020, more than a third of children who died while riding in passenger vehicles were not wearing a seat belt.   
  • An estimated 101,656 children riding in passenger vehicles were injured in traffic crashes in 2020.

A properly installed car seat can save your child’s life in an accident. Children should travel safely in cars, and properly installed car seats can be a challenge.  LPFPD4 is committed to the safety of our community and stands ready to assist in installing and inspecting. As CPS certified technicians, we can offer best practices to help ensure your child’s safety and to educate you on how to use and install a car seat properly on your own.   

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To schedule an appointment, please fill out the form below. Appointments are typically 30-45 minutes and are available Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  If you have any questions, please contact LPFPD4 at 225-664-7123.  Please DO NOT stop by the fire station to have your seat inspected. Only our certified CPS techs can conduct inspections.

Car Seat Check Appointment Request

A form for residents and individuals to request a car seat installation check performed by a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST).

Instructions

Please complete all pages of this form. Once all information is completed, use the “Submit” button at the bottom of the last page to submit your car seat check appointment request. A technician will follow up with your submission and contact you for an appointment within a few business days.

Note: Information provided in this form will only be used in a manner such as to expedite the car seat check process during your appointment. Your information will be kept private and will not be shared with anyone.

 

Things to consider before scheduling a car seat checkup:
  • Be prepared to learn, not just watch the CPS technician install the car seat. They are trained to teach you.
  • If you are expecting, try to schedule an appointment one or two months prior to your baby’s due date just in case you deliver early.
  • Please know your child’s weight and height, and if possible, bring your child with you so that proper harnessing techniques can be practiced. If possible, also bring another adult to help watch the child while you are learning.
  • Please bring the car seat instructions and the vehicle owner’s manual with you to your appointment, if possible.

Thank you for making time to learn an important skill that will help keep your children safe and give your family valuable peace of mind.

    Contact Information

    Title:

    Country *

    Vehicle Information

    Please complete the section below for the PRIMARY vehicle that will be used to transport your child(ren).

    If you would like for a second vehicle to be checked, please note this is in the next section. We can usually accommodate checking as additional vehicle, but please note this will make your appointment run a bit longer.

    Do you have the original vehicle manual? *

    The technicians request that, if possible, the original vehicle manual is brought with you to the car seat inspection appointment. This manual includes important specifications about installing car seats specific to your vehicle. Especially in new cars, vehicle manuals can often be found in the passenger glove compartment box.

    User Acknowledgement: *

    Child Information

    How many children do you have that ride in car seats? *
    Select “1” if expecting first child.

    Note: The term “car seat” refers to any type of child restraint device used in motor vehicles, such as infant car seats with or without bases, forward- and backward-facing convertible car seats, combination seats, booster seats, etc. Please consider this when completing the below portion.

    I am the child’s/children’s: *

    Appointment Information

    Note: Requests must be placed at least one week (5 business days) in advance of your requested date.
    Requests made within the same week of the request will be accommodated as best as possible.
    Appointments will take place at Livingston Parish Fire Protection District #4 Headquarters in the parking lot located at:

    9760 Florida Blvd.
    Walker, Louisiana 70785

    Appointments will be made Monday – Thursday between 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
    Check-ups involving one child/car seat typically take between 30-45 minutes to complete.
    Please keep this information in mind when completing your request.
    Preferred dates and times will be accommodated as best as possible.

    Preferred Date of Check-Up *


    We recommend both/all primary parents/guardians be present, if possible.

    Will Child(ren) be present? *

    Anything else you would like us to know?

    Second vehicle details (year, make, model); other special requests or considerations.

    Liability Statement

    By signing below, I understand and agree that the purpose of this program is to help reduce improper use of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts and that this inspection is provided as a free service to me. This program cannot fully evaluate the quality, safety, or condition of my child restraint or any component of my vehicle, including the seats, seat belt, or LATCH. This program cannot guarantee my child’s safety in a crash and it is important to read both the vehicle and child restraint instruction manuals. For these reasons, I release Livingston Parish Fire Protection District #4, and any of its successors, and any car seat checkup participants from any injuries or damages that may result from the installation or inspection of a child safety seat, the quality or condition of the child safety seat, and any component of my vehicle, that may result from a vehicle collision or otherwise.

    Signature: *
    Please type full name to sign

    Form Submission

    Disclaimer #1: LPFPD4 staff reserve the right to alter or cancel appointments,
    confirmed or otherwise, at the staff’s decision due to unforeseen
    conflicts or emergencies.

    Disclaimer #2: LPFPD4 does not provide new or replacement car seats. It will be
    the responsibility of the caregiver(s) to furnish and/or replace car
    seat(s), should the technician make that recommendation.

    I understand the terms and liability of this request: *

    Submit your completed form via the “Submit” button below, and a technician will follow up with your submission and contact you for an appointment within a few business days. Please check your spam/junk email folders for messages.
    Thank you!

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