The Christian County Health Department and Taylorville Fire Department are teaming up to help families keep kids safe on the road.

A free car seat safety check will be held Wednesday, September 24th, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Taylorville Fire House on North Main Street. Certified technicians will make sure car seats are installed correctly and help families with new installations.

Parents are encouraged to bring their child, or at least the child’s height and weight, along with the vehicle and car seat manuals.

As a bonus, the first two families to take part will receive a free booster seat.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says crashes remain a leading cause of death for children, and properly installed car seats are key to preventing injuries.

For more information, call the Christian County Health Department at 217-824-4113.