Child Safety Seat Checkup Events and Inspection Stations
During a child safety seat checkup event or inspection station, a certified child passenger safety (CPS) technician will work with the family. During the event, the technician will check for correct seat use based on the child's:
- Age;
- Height;
- Weight; and
- Development.
Technicians will also provide education to parents and caregivers on proper harnessing and fit, and correct installation in their vehicle. This public service is free-of-charge. Download what you can expect from a CPS technician (PDF).
If you need a car seat, please visit the Safe Riders main webpage for information about eligibility. To find a Safe Riders distribution site near you, please refer to our Safe Riders partner map.
Find an In-Person Car Seat Inspection Station
Texas Child Safety Seat Inspection Stations
Safe Kids coalitions hold regular inspection station events. Find a coalition near you:
Austin Area
- Safe Kids Austin - visit Kids in Cars - Dell Children's Hospital or call 512-324-TOTS (8687).
Dallas Area
- Safe Kids Greater Dallas led by Children’s Health - visit Car Seat Program Appointments (childrens.com) or call 214-456-2059.
Fort Worth Area
- Safe Kids North Texas led by Cook Children’s - visit Safe Kids North Texas.
Houston Area
- Safe Kids Greater Houston led by Texas Children’s - visit Safe Kids Greater Houston.
To find an in-person car seat checkup event or certified technician near you, please contact Safe Riders (saferiders@dshs.texas.gov or 1-800-252-8255).
- Find a Safe Kids Coalition near you.
- Safekids - Car Seat.
- National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) - Keeping Kids Safe.
- NHTSA - Right Seat Campaign.
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