The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Suffolk County that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available on Saturday, December 3, Saturday, December 10, and Saturday, December 17, in Farmingdale, Saturday, December 3 in Holtsville, and Monday, December 5, in Amityville.

When: Saturday, December 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: New York State Police Troop L Headquarters, 7140 Republic Airport, Farmingdale
For more information, contact Sergeant Jim Walters at (631) 756-3389 or james.walters@troopers.ny.gov.

Additional information: Appointments are required.

When: Saturday, December 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Brookhaven Safety Town, 249 Buckley Rd, Holtsville
For more information, contact Karen Harper at (631) 451-5335 or safetytown@brookhavenny.gov.

When: Monday, December 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Amityville Main Fire House, 55 W Oak St, Amityville
For more information, contact Sgt David Driscoll at (631) 264-040 or ddriscoll@amityvillepd.com.

These events are part of a year-round safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners offer free car seat inspections. Trained technicians 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 and size and their vehicle, so it can be used correctly every time.

Those who cannot attend this free car seat check event can make an appointment with a local fitting station. Find more information on upcoming car seat check events near you.